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Old Mar 4, 2010 | 08:24 AM
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can i replace the 1157 socket in the stock tail/brake light mount? if so how do i do that without destroying the mount, and where can i find a new socket. on the verge of soldering the damn wires to the freaking contacts!
 
Old Mar 4, 2010 | 08:35 AM
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I've done the soldering wires to the contacts thing. It worked for a couple years. I ended up taking the contacts and short length of wire from a trailer taillight and spliced the wire.
 
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Why not go to the Stealer and see if they have a replacement or try the aftermarket !!!
 
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and buy what a new base/ bracket/ assembly, or can just replace the socket that has the two leads and wires?
 
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