Step / porch light

[cwf]

1999 34' Excella.
I can't figure out how to remove the assembly from side of the AS without damaging something...

It appears I will need a new one to replace it with once removed.

I look forward to your advice.

"Thanks" in advance!

[cwf]

Bump

[Lance M]

CW,
Got a picture of the light in question?

[cwf]

Yes, Top...sorry it turned sideways. The left is the upside in the pic

[Lance M]

OK, I see now. I think those are referred to as "docking" lights or "courtesy" lights.
Tape around it with two layers of blue or green painter's tape to protect the skin from when a tool slips. (it happens) Then take the screws out, use a plastic razor blade or other pointed plastic tool to cut the sealant and separate the light from the skin. If it is very tough, heat it with a heat gun or hold a rag soaked with mineral spirits over it for a while to soften the sealant. If the sealant is Acryl-R or Parbond, mineral spirits won't work very well.
Easy peasy.

[cwf]

Thanks Top!

[Melody Ranch]

Heat gun and mineral spirits NOT at the same time.

[bganso]

Is there a reason to remove it? I was going to change mine too, but decided it was easier to buy a new cover and upgrade the bulb to LED. The minimal heat from the LED will prevent the lens cover from yellowing and melting.

[dznf0g]

I installed an LED bulb in the existing lamp housing.

[Skater]

I did the LED thing, too, using one of these I think. It works perfectly, throwing far more light where we need it than I expected.

Of course the OP might be replacing it because the fixture is bad, or something like that... an LED won't help with that problem.

[cwf]

The fixture is still "serviceable"... For now. I was going to replace because there is some corrosion which is why I sealed around it... To get more time before replacing. I cleaned out the socket...replaced bulb last year.

I need to get another lens/cover and LED before proceeding.

Thanks!

[TOPORANGER]

Originally Posted by bganso

Is there a reason to remove it? I was going to change mine too, but decided it was easier to buy a new cover and upgrade the bulb to LED. The minimal heat from the LED will prevent the lens cover from yellowing and melting.

Where can I get replacement lens covers for theses lights?

[PaulnGina]

I don't have the info with me, but when I can get to my PC, I'll get it for you.
Meanwhile, you might check vintagetrailersupply.com


PaulnGina
1987 Avion 34W
1995 Ford F250 7.3L PowerStroke

"I don't mean to sound degrading but with a face like that you got nothing to laugh about" Rod Stewart (Faces)

[PaulnGina]

Here it is:

https://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/...messages/24974


PaulnGina
1987 Avion 34W
1995 Ford F250 7.3L PowerStroke

"I don't mean to sound degrading but with a face like that you got nothing to laugh about" Rod Stewart (Faces)

[PaulnGina]

Here's the direct link for just the lens

http://www.rvautoparts.com/Fastners-...28_p_7974.html

And for the entire fixture:

http://www.rvautoparts.com/Fastners-...27_p_7975.html


PaulnGina
1987 Avion 34W
1995 Ford F250 7.3L PowerStroke

"I don't mean to sound degrading but with a face like that you got nothing to laugh about" Rod Stewart (Faces)

[TOPORANGER]

Originally Posted by PaulnGina

Here's the direct link for just the lens

http://www.rvautoparts.com/Fastners-...28_p_7974.html

And for the entire fixture:

http://www.rvautoparts.com/Fastners-...27_p_7975.html


PaulnGina
1987 Avion 34W
1995 Ford F250 7.3L PowerStroke

"I don't mean to sound degrading but with a face like that you got nothing to laugh about" Rod Stewart (Faces)

Thanks for the lead on where to purchase the lens. I ordered 2 from them, total $19.13 including mailing.