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DTRL socket replacement

Discussion in 'Lighting' started by Spruced UP, Aug 8, 2016.

  1. Aug 8, 2016 at 3:11 PM
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    Spruced UP

    Spruced UP [OP] Well-Known Member

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    Hi all:

    One of my DTRL bulbs burned out. When I went to replace it, I found that the bulb socket has heat damage. It's brown and brittle, and one of the clips broke. So, a new bulb cannot be held in place. Where can I source a replacement socket, and how easy is the swap? I tried searching this topic, but I wasn't able to find anything relevant.

    Thanks in advance!
     
  2. Aug 9, 2016 at 12:53 AM
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    caribe makaira

    caribe makaira Well-Known Member

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    Is it this one?

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  3. Aug 9, 2016 at 4:51 AM
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    Spruced UP

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    Yes, that looks like the one, if I remember correctly. Is there any splicing involved? Or, does that "2 part connector" thing make it an easier replacement?
     
  4. Aug 9, 2016 at 11:58 AM
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    caribe makaira

    caribe makaira Well-Known Member

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    it is way easy...no splice.
     
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