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Old 02-07-2012, 08:24 PM   #1 (permalink)
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So instead of buying a fixture, I decided to take apart the original 15w light fixture and use CFLs. I Primed with waterproof primer and Painted with super white paint. I used rubber coated weather proof sockets. Going to use 2 20w 6500k CFL bulbs.
weather Proof Sockets 4x $3
roll of Plastic strap $1
4 pack 20w 6500k CFL Bulb $13
Everything else I already had.
Total price $26 bucks not bad I thought

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Looks good. You could line the inside of the hood with aluminum tape for a better reflector. That is how I did mine and you will be surprised how much brighter it is. Also CFL bulbs get hot and will eventually make the hood brittle if it is made of plastic.
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Thanks for the info. I wonder If i lined the inside insulated heat tape if it would protect the fixture better?
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It would def be better than nothing. If its not hot to the touch on the outside of the plastic it should be fine for many many years.
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Looks pretty good!
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I lined the insides with a 1500degree heatshield I got from work. its Basicly really thick aluminum foil with 2 sided tape on the back. it works really well and its really bright and the 6500k bulbs make everything look soo crisp. thanks for the advice
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