schlegle910

i need to replace a few bulbs in my dash, the coolant temp bulb is out, 1/2 of the RPM gauge is out, and the outside temp bulb ( i know u have to solder this one in) i read in the forums that u can get this at radio shack, but could someone tell me all that i need to get ie: size/type of bulb and so on

thanks

A6Gary

The standard background illumination bulbs are 1.1 watt bulbs (IIRC, there are (9) of these), but you can use a slightly larger wattage bulb, such as 1.2 watt to replace the OEM size. Others here have used 2.0 watts, but I think those are too powerfull as they will draw a lot more current, which may cause other electrical problems. The solder-in bulbs are Radio Shack #272-1092 (#7219) Mirco Lamps, come 2 per package.

schlegle910

ok so you're saying that i need two 1.1(or 1.2) watt bulbs too replace the two that are out in my dash gauges, and for the outside temperature gauge i need the part# 272-1092 solder in bulbs, but this might be a stupid question but what gives them the red color if they're clear bulbs, is there a red screen or something in front of them?

thanks again

schlegle910

a part number from wherever(radioshack,Napa ect) i should buy the bulbs for the coolant temp gauge and RPM gauge would be best

thanks

rmccomiskie

<a href="https://forums.audiworld.com/a6100/msgs/62403.phtml">Instrument Lamp</a>
The replacement procedure and lamp part numbers are <a href="https://forums.audiworld.com/a6100/msgs/47727.phtml">here</a>.