S4 Taillight bulbs?

PostPost by: Speedsecrets » Thu Dec 22, 2022 8:54 pm

Can anyone tell me what replacement bulbs I should use in my Elan taillights? The old ones are so dirty/corroded that I can't read the type. Thanks!
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PostPost by: TBG » Thu Dec 22, 2022 10:39 pm

Use LEDs.........D
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PostPost by: Speedsecrets » Fri Dec 23, 2022 12:21 am

Thanks. You wouldn't happen to know the part/bulb number that matches and works as a replacement, would you? I'm trying to find the right ones, but there are too many options that all seem like they would fit!
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PostPost by: pharriso » Fri Dec 23, 2022 3:24 am

Speedsecrets wrote:Can anyone tell me what replacement bulbs I should use in my Elan taillights? The old ones are so dirty/corroded that I can't read the type. Thanks!


I see you are in the Pacific Northwest; what tail lights are in your car? Federal all red single bulb or Euro with 2 separate bulbs?
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PostPost by: Speedsecrets » Fri Dec 23, 2022 3:38 am

Yes, PNW. Two separate bulbs, one with 2 contacts, and one with just 1 contact; all red lens (other than the white for the backup light). The 2-contact bulb is in the upper half of the taillight, and the single-contact bulb is in the bottom.
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PostPost by: oldelanman » Fri Dec 23, 2022 8:11 am

If it helps here's the list of bulb type numbers from the W/S manual......

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PostPost by: TBG » Fri Dec 23, 2022 8:36 am

https://www.bettercarlighting.co.uk/

They have everything you need and the owner Gil is most helpful. I have LEDs throughout - everything! D
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PostPost by: Speedsecrets » Fri Dec 23, 2022 5:28 pm

Thanks! This is super helpful.
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