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Old 07-10-2015, 12:53 AM   #1
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Default Coloring light bulbs

What can be used to color light bulbs?
Where can light bulb covers be found?
Like for turn signal bulbs or the like?
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Old 07-10-2015, 06:01 AM   #2
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You can paint them: http://www.ehow.com/how_5548795_paint-light-bulbs.html
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Old 07-10-2015, 07:19 AM   #3
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I used an amber highlighter marker, quick and easy.
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I went to Michaels (craft store) and bought orange glass paint for my 6 volt parking/turn signals in my '39. Works like a champ and no peeling.

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I've used transparent paints from local hobby stores, Pep Boys sell the bulb covers, and sometimes regular spray paint can be used - light mist.
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Old 07-10-2015, 08:33 AM   #6
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You can get the yellow or orange paint at hobby stores. it's used to paint the bulbs on train signals for model trains. I've used it and it works well.
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Old 07-10-2015, 10:54 AM   #7
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Thanks everyone. Those are great tips. I want to make the turn signal lights red in front.
I know, probably not legal.
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Old 07-10-2015, 11:09 AM   #8
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I know truck stops used to carry thin silicone covers for various size light bulbs in various colors but I haven't looked lately.
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http://www.shop.upgrademotoring.com/...ch-LITBCTR.htm I found these on Google.
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Old 07-10-2015, 12:07 PM   #10
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Thanks everyone. Those are great tips. I want to make the turn signal lights red in front.
I know, probably not legal.
Red is a problem. A flashing red light to the front will most likely get you a ticket. that is reserved for emergency vehicles.
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Red will get up pulled over.
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When in the mood, I use lipstick......comes in all manner of lovely colours
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Jim I bought Amber bulbs to replace the 39 parking lights - now my front turn signals

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