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Subject:Re: E-codes w/ 9004 bulbs?
Date:Tue, 27 Apr 2004 18:35:43 -0600

on 4/27/04 5:13 PM, Townsend, Michael D at Michael.Townsend@SONYERICSSON.COM
wrote:

> Thanks to Fastforward's informative Vanagon halogen light wiring
> conversion info sheet, I see that the electrical socket for the European
> H4 bulbs is different from the North American 9004 bulbs.  If I wanted
> to avoid cutting the existing sockets in my van and soldering in H4
> sockets, can I simply install the 9004 bulbs into the square E-code
> fixture, or are the mechanical attachment dimensions different?  I
> realize the H4 bulbs may be superior than the 9004 bulbs, but it sure
> would be a pain to not be able to purchase a replacement at any FLAPS
> should the need arise because they don't stock H4 and also be prevented
> from using 9004's.
>
> Thanks,
> Michael

Most flaps carry the H4 lamps.

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