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replacement dial light idea!
#1

Hello Everyone,
I am finishing up on my Arvin model 664A that was restored years ago by me.
One of the things that I want to do is to find what would be a good substitute for the dial lamp which is night light type bulb .
It is just too bright and produces to much heat . I worry about the Dial cover warping again .

Good news I found this LED bulb from Amazon     

I wanted to post this to let you guys know that this bulb works well and does not interfere with the AM radio band .
Figure this LED is using a capacitor dropper instead of electronics circuit .

Sincerely Richard
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One thing I want to do is to find what would be a good substitute for the night light dial bulb. It is just too bright and produces too much heat. I worry about the dial cover warping again


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#2

That's about what I would use. Half a watt instead of seven. Little worried about the "Warraney" though.
#3

E12 7watt replacement nightlight LED bulbs are available for under ten bucks at most Big Box and Hardware stores. I'd recommend 2000k-2500k bulbs for closer yellow color. Take care and BE HEALTHY! Gary

"Don't pity the dead, pity the living, above all, those living without love."
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Gary - Westland Michigan
#4

I just checked Amazon and they are 5 or 6 for $8, depending on whether you want clear or frosted glass. If you look hard enough you could probably find colors. Nice bright green glow might be attractive.
#5

Hello Guys,
Well thank you for your input and I did buy a LED bulb to try see how it looks and Rod I too thought about using a colored bulb instead the clear one that was in the set .

Sincerely Richard
#6

I have a GE radio with a C7 in it. A friend suggested I use colored bulbs do Christmas.....Paul.

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#7

Hello Paul,
Yes,that is one idea !

Sincerely Richard
#8

Have tried LEDs found them to be hit or miss loud hum in the set. Like using XMAS bulbs also the dollar store sells a  pack of clear bulbs at 4 watts so less heat.




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