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Old Feb 14, 2012 | 07:00 AM
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I'm only on my second bulb in twelve years. Switched to a Sylvania Silverstar. Low beam during the day here.
 
Old Feb 14, 2012 | 08:17 AM
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I'll second the "Don't touch the Bulb" remark, he is absolutely correct, finger Oils create a Hotspot which leads to premature burnout.... alcohol wipes or a cotton glove.
 
Old Feb 15, 2012 | 05:49 PM
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Originally Posted by JonV
I'll second the "Don't touch the Bulb" remark, he is absolutely correct, finger Oils create a Hotspot which leads to premature burnout.... alcohol wipes or a cotton glove.
Thanks all for your informative replies. I handle the bulbs like I am disarming a bomb. No oils.

How 'bout the LED question though. Those HD LED headlights...when they go, does one just discard the entire $500 unit???
 
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