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Sep 28, 2006 | 04:09 PM

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Bulb life

[IMG][/IMG]Just bought a black 2005 FLHPI. Runs great. Looks better. Only 2600 miles. Burned out 2 light bulbs first day -- right front running/signal bulb (made in Hungary!) and tail/brake bulb. No big deal, but wondering how common this might be. Also, how to lower seat height. Has H-D pillow-style saddle. Thanks!

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Sep 28, 2006 | 04:28 PM

Sooee

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RE: Bulb life

G'day, welcome to the HDForums from New Zealand, enjoy!!!! [sm=welcomesign.gif]

Sep 28, 2006 | 06:33 PM

69z28

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RE: Bulb life

I,ve got friends who tried bulbs from auto zone and wouldn't hold up because of vibration.Go to the dealer,pay four prices and be done with it.

Sep 28, 2006 | 06:49 PM

_Locutus

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RE: Bulb life

[sm=welcomesign.gif] to HDF from So Cal. [sm=biker2.gif]

I agree with above, buy the better bulbs then you'll be fine.

Keep the rubber side down!

Another perfect day in paradise. Best place on Earth to RIDE!!!

Sep 28, 2006 | 06:53 PM

sjhsc

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RE: Bulb life

I had a bulb blow out at about 1000 miles. I guess that it's not too uncommon.

Welcome and ride safe,
GC

Sep 28, 2006 | 09:15 PM

monkyman

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RE: Bulb life

i've had both front bulbs go within 3000 miles, got the extended life bulbs at walmart, I think they are sylvania, but if not they are a name brand. So far so good.