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Subject:Re: Headlamp Relays - Lights Still Dim
From:James V
Date:Wed, 10 Sep 2003 16:44:29 -0700

>          James, check the voltage at the headlamp socket.  It was or should
> have been 9.5 or thereabouts.  It now should be 11.5 thereabouts.  If not,
> then you have a wiring problem somewhere.  Did you fix the grounds as
> indicated 
> in my instructions ?

Actually, I did NOT rewire the headlight ground.  I couldn't find an
available slot on the two blocks above the fuse block.  I didn't think much
of it, but it sounds like it makes a difference.  Is there another place to
ground in the vicinity?

I did not check the voltage at the lamp socket, but I will do so
before/after upgrading the ground.

Thanks,

James
90 Carat

>      Regarding the bulbs, if you can't find them locally I offer them for
> sale.  See my <A HREF="http://members.aol.com/Fkc43/hdltrela.htm">Vanagon
> Headlamp Relay Upgrade</A>
> {http://members.aol.com/Fkc43/hdltrela.htm} webpage.
> 
> Cheers��
> 
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