Re: E30 Sidemarker Lights

[Pat Donahue <pdonahue@xxxxxxxxx>]

Jon asks:
> 
> Just noticed both front and rear sidemarker lights on driver side are
> inoperative. Seems odd both bulbs would go at once.....Any suggestions on
> other possible explanations before I start digging in?
> 
> Jon Crystal
> 91 325iX

Actually, if you're in 'Merica and driving on the right side of the road you'll
find more puddles there.  The lights get more chances to catch and hold some
water.  The more water the more corrosion.

Mine came with the plastic lens/holder cracked from the heat both front and rear
on the right side and the sockets and wires so corroded I had to replace them
completely.  When you do this make sure to solder the wires for permanent
connection and use some heat shrink over them vice that tape that'll give up the
ghost in a few weeks.  Also, pack all the connections with grease.  It'll keep
the water out and won't hurt the electrical connections.

(yeah, I listened Brett!)
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Pat Donahue CCA 125031
Vienna, VA
'91 M5 4GTFUL
'88 325is destined for ITS

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