Lights Lamps and Bulbs Oh My
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Lights, Lamps, and Bulbs; Oh My!
Summary
Ever wondered what it’s like driving in the dark without proper headlights? Let me share a humorous yet cautionary tale about faulty headlight assemblies.
Keywords
headlight assemblies, replacement headlights, Xenon bulbs, halogen bulbs, fuses, electrical parts
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Article
Imagine cruising down the highway at night with nothing more than a dim flashlight guiding your way. Early cars had headlights almost as weak, but thankfully, lighting technology has come a long way. Modern headlights are essential, allowing you to see and be seen in the dark. So why do some people often overlook them?
I once owned a Ford Escort, an economical choice that suited my budget. It served me well until I sold it at 90,000 miles. At that point, the Ford Taurus seemed like a luxury upgrade! The Escort ran smoothly, except for one persistent issue: the headlight assemblies leaked.
I first noticed something was amiss during an interstate trip. My headlights began to flicker, and then?"poof! The right bulb blew. Thankfully, I was near home, so I pulled into my driveway to inspect. To my surprise, both headlight assemblies were fogged with moisture, and water pooled at the bottom. As I drove, the water splashed around until one wave knocked out the bulb.
My solution was to drain the assemblies and seal them with caulk. Fifteen dollars for a new halogen bulb and a few bucks for caulk seemed to fix it?"so I thought.
In the end, both headlight assemblies needed replacing due to corrosion. I took the car to the garage, where they happily did the work for about five hundred dollars. I enjoyed the new assemblies for six months before trading in the vehicle.
What’s the takeaway here? Regularly check your headlights! My car had endured snowy winters, and the road salt likely eroded the sealant, exposing the lights to moisture. It turns out this is a common issue for many car owners?"not much consolation, but a lesson learned!
Keep headlights in top shape to avoid costly repairs and ensure your safety on the road.
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