55 watt backup light?!!   I assume this is in an add-on light, and not in
the stock housing.  It could be getting too hot in there though.  Try moving
the connection a bit to clear and filling it with high temp silicone.

Stuart

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neil n
Sent: Friday, July 26, 2013 9:00 AM
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Subject: H3 Bulb(s) Factory Flaw? PICS

Hi all.

Trust me to find something arcane like this.   ;)

On a recent trip, my new back up light failed. Images/text:
https://picasaweb.google.com/musomuso/WesternMidWATripJuly13#590291075730719
6610

At the time, I didn't realize that this is a standard H3 bulb which can be
found at your local FLAPS.

I purchased a spare Hella bulb. It appears to have the same potential flaw
as the original unlabeled bulb. Some pics:

https://picasaweb.google.com/musomuso/H3BulbWireIssue#

Easy fix but and the bulb itself may be just fine, but have to wonder about
bulb longevity given what appears to be lazy workmanship or poor tooling
design.

Neil.

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