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Old 07-18-2007, 05:39 PM
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My right front turn signal burned out on the way home. Since the dealer is 120 miles away, is there a bulb that I can buy at AutoZone or Checkers, etc.that will definitely fit a newer Sporty with the bullet style turn signals?

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Old 07-18-2007, 05:41 PM
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Yep, it's a common bulb you can pick up in any auto parts store.
 
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Old 07-18-2007, 05:44 PM
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I think its an 1142....
 
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Old 07-18-2007, 06:02 PM
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Thanks!

Next question...why is there bluish-purple slime on the end of the light bulb?
 
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Old 07-18-2007, 06:05 PM
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I think it's just an 1157. Nothing special. Good luck.
 
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Front bulb 1157, rear bulb 1156
The bluish-purple slime is dielectric grease, it is used to prevent corrosion.
 
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Old 07-18-2007, 06:14 PM
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Thanks! I think I can remember that. (The month and year I was born.)
 
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Another Sagittarius on a Sportster!
 
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I can confirm 1157 for front, bought one yesterday... I can't believe the bulb I replaced was broken/cracked??
 
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