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Old 02-26-2007, 10:42 AM   #1
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whats have u guys done for brighter dash lights

What have u guys done for brighter dash lights? Ive already done the crome trick 2 the manilla cover behind the gauges and they are pretty bright for an older truck, but has any1 used leds or the blue bulbs any brighter? any info or pics would be appreciated, just curious of the ideas or tricks u guys have used Thanks Chad
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Old 02-26-2007, 11:08 AM   #2
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Re: whats have u guys done for brighter dash lights

white face gauges may make an improvement..
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Old 02-26-2007, 11:25 AM   #3
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Re: whats have u guys done for brighter dash lights

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What have u guys done for brighter dash lights? Ive already done the crome trick 2 the manilla cover behind the gauges and they are pretty bright for an older truck, but has any1 used leds or the blue bulbs any brighter? any info or pics would be appreciated, just curious of the ideas or tricks u guys have used Thanks Chad
What is the manila folder behind the gauges trick to brighter dash lights?

My experience is that chrome paint with the 194 bulbs and white face gauges will is a huge improvement compared to stock gauges with chrome paint and 194 bulbs.
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