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Mike L
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Initially Posted - 05/01/2004 :  19:53:07  Show Profile
Can any of you folks tell me whether converting the "stock" cabin lights in a 1987 C25 to halogen would require replacing the fixtures-or is it just a matter of getting halogen bulbs? Thanks.
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oldsalt
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Response Posted - 05/01/2004 :  20:28:35  Show Profile
You'll need fixtures specifically designed for halogen bulbs.
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Dave Bristle
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Response Posted - 05/01/2004 :  21:35:32  Show Profile
Mark's right--halogen bulbs generate much more heat.
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Leon Sisson
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Response Posted - 05/02/2004 :  00:38:49  Show Profile  Visit Leon Sisson's Homepage
Mike L,

I have a dual intensity a halogen light above the galley, and a halogen reading light in the V-berth. As the others have said, halogen bulbs run hot. They really need to be in ventilated metal and glass fixtures to prevent serious overheating problems from occuring.

As for replacing the stock lighting fixtures, the ones that were in my 1979 C-25 when I got it were unreliable cheap camping trailer junk. I was glad to replace them. You might also consider a fluorescent fixture above the table -- they're very energy efficient.

-- Leon Sisson
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lcharlot
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Response Posted - 05/02/2004 :  15:08:09  Show Profile
<blockquote id="quote"><font size="1" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica" id="quote">quote:<hr height="1" noshade id="quote"><i>Originally posted by Leon Sisson</i>
<br />You might also consider a fluorescent fixture above the table -- they're very energy efficient.
-- Leon Sisson
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I second that. A single 8 or 15 watt flourescent centrally mounted will light up the whole cabin and use far less power than the incandescent bulbs that are in the OEM factory cabin lights.
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ClamBeach
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Response Posted - 05/02/2004 :  18:57:20  Show Profile
I'm hoping somebody comes out with affordable LED interior lighting soon. Beat's 'em all for effeciency and longevity.
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mmac
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Response Posted - 05/03/2004 :  09:14:21  Show Profile
I just replaced all my cabin lights with halogen dome lights except for the light over the table. I put in a dual rocker fluorescent that has a red tube for night use. It lights up the cabin very well and doesn't ruin anyone's night vision.
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Ed Montague
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Response Posted - 05/03/2004 :  15:11:25  Show Profile
MIke, Where did you purchase the fluorescent light? I am ready the replace the stock 'eye-strainer' over the table. The red tube would be great for the night sails we take.
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mmac
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Response Posted - 05/04/2004 :  00:44:48  Show Profile
Ed,
I purchased the light at West Marine. The brand name is Thin-lite. It was around $55. They also sell halogen dome lights that have red and white bulbs with a dual switch. I've seen them at other marine stores around San Diego.
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mmac
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Response Posted - 05/04/2004 :  08:55:09  Show Profile
Ed,
A good alternative to West Marine is a place in Pt. Loma called Downwind Marine. Try www.downwindmarine.com
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Ed Montague
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Response Posted - 05/05/2004 :  23:54:22  Show Profile
Thank you Mike. I will get out the WM cataloge.
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