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04-07-2007, 05:34 AM #1
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Front driver side blinker
Socket is rusted out and has all kinds of corrosion on it. Works sometimes.
Anyone know if I can get a new socket or do I have to replace the entire section of the cars wiring to get a new peice there???
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04-07-2007, 07:15 AM #2
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NBM- 1999 Trans Am WS6
both of my front blinkers did the same thing. all I did was I took the bulbs out and let them air dry, then I cleaned the sockets out really really good. then I went to advanced auto and bought some light bulb grease(thats what it is actually called) put it on the ends of the bulbs and eversince then I havent had any problems. try that, I think it should work. hope this helps!
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04-07-2007, 09:15 AM #3
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Sounds good. I will give it a shot.
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04-07-2007, 03:31 PM #4
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NBM- 1999 Trans Am WS6
if you can remember, let me know if it works for you!
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04-07-2007, 03:34 PM #5
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Will do.
Recommendations of what to use to clean out the socket?? Battery corrosion stuff?
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04-07-2007, 06:59 PM #6
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04-07-2007, 09:38 PM #7
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Mystic Teal- 99 Trans Am & 01 CBR 929
cool, I am also going to use this advice since my passenger taillights are dim due to corrosion.
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04-08-2007, 12:17 AM #8
definately try cleaning as advised already, but in response to your question--yes you can buy the sockets. I ended up buying both front turn signal housings (mine were cracked letting the water in) and both sockets for under $100 at ABC. Straight forward install--just solder and heat shrink in leads from new sockets to car wiring.
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04-08-2007, 04:52 AM #9
If you get new lenses (which is a good idea, because you probably have leaks if your sockets are corroded) put a bead of silicone around the area where you'll see GM's gasket. The new lenses look so much better too, nice and clear, big difference over the old ones. Think I got em' both online for around 76 bucks. Went with those clear/silver Sylvania turn signals too.
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04-08-2007, 08:54 AM #10
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I have my signals blacked out. I may pull them out and use some black silicone on them, but I don't think I need to replace them.
Plus, the only time they get wet is when I wash the car.
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