Tilt shift indicator lamp.

[Accelo]

I am attempting to solve my "too bright light" in my steering column shift indicator.

I have a factory tilt column with an aftermarket 4 speed shift indicator.
I was wondering if the tilt column used the small steel bulb cover with the green cover?

The other question is there seems to be a gap under the plastic cover that retains the L,R,N,4,3,2,1 lens. The radius don't seem to match exactly. I have been sticking a business card there so the light doesn't blind me at night. Anyone else having this issue?

I am using an old USA manufactured bulb in the column. They are extremely difficult to get in and out because there is so little glass to grip.
Cheers.