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Offline treepete

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Quick & Simple, What light bulbs do I get?
« on: January 17, 2009, 09:31:17 PM »
Sorry to ask this, but I'm a new owner and I just need quick help. For me, it's easier to ask this than try to look it up.

I have found a light socket under the dash area by the ashtray. there is not a bulb in it right now. I read on this forum that It can be replaced withe the 1056 or 1057, can anyone verify which it is for me, please? I would like to have that acting with the dome light for creature comfort when entering/exiting the vehicle.

Also while I have your attention, the front turn signal bulbs ( behind-the-grill-style) are they 2057a or 1057a?

the PO just let the trucks parts break and not get replaced. they were removed as well.. its weird. I found the signals not working,... then I went to check the bulbs, AND THEYRE GONE.   

thats why im asking. sorry to bother you with this lame newb question.

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Re: Quick & Simple, What light bulbs do I get?
« Reply #1 on: January 18, 2009, 08:53:30 AM »
any local auto parts store should b able to help you out
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Re: Quick & Simple, What light bulbs do I get?
« Reply #2 on: January 19, 2009, 12:17:05 AM »
the only difference in the 1057 and 1056 is the brightness of the bulb i think the 56 is brighter but not sure and your other bulb should be a 2057a since its both a turn signal and running light bulb, the bulb has 2057 having 2 and 1057 only having one
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Re: Quick & Simple, What light bulbs do I get?
« Reply #3 on: January 19, 2009, 12:50:58 AM »
Your underdash light should be an 1156. At least that's what mine is.
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Re: Quick & Simple, What light bulbs do I get?
« Reply #4 on: January 19, 2009, 07:05:38 AM »
awesome. THanks for that info.
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Re: Quick & Simple, What light bulbs do I get?
« Reply #5 on: January 19, 2009, 04:17:21 PM »
the only difference in the 1057 and 1056 is the brightness of the bulb i think the 56 is brighter but not sure and your other bulb should be a 2057a since its both a turn signal and running light bulb, the bulb has 2057 having 2 and 1057 only having one

1157, 2 element-tail light/brake light
1156, single element, reverse light
1157a, same as above but amber in color meant for front turn signals that are clear.

I think the 2057 series is the newer style for the 88 on up CK but not positive on that without going in the cold garage and finding one.
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Re: Quick & Simple, What light bulbs do I get?
« Reply #6 on: January 19, 2009, 07:26:47 PM »
you guys are awesome. thanks again for the help.s great.

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Re: Quick & Simple, What light bulbs do I get?
« Reply #7 on: January 19, 2009, 11:19:44 PM »
np glad we can help
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