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Richard Cooper:
I'm not sure what years of Beavers used the same brake lights (one on left and another on right), but I am interested in a replacement for each.  I've been told that the headlights are from a Lincoln Navigator automobile and wonder if the part for the braking lights can be as specifically identified.

I've never been satisfied with the visibility of my braking lights, turn signals.  In fact, a couple years ago I had a RV shop change out the bulbs to LED and yet still they make no difference.  I specifically told them to use white LED behind those red lens, but they insisted I needed red ones.  I suspect that is the problem with continued lack of visibility.

I wonder if any of you have done a complete change out to a light system that really stands out with visibility --- besides simply adding a foot long LED bar alongside those tail lamps.  I also have what seems to be a 2+ foot long horizontal braking light in the center area of the rear of the coach.  Not talking about that one.

If you've done something like replacing the lens and assembly altogether, can you attach a photo of it?

Steve Huber:
Richard,
Pretty sure the lenses are from a 98 or 99 Lincoln Navigator. There's a thread on this. As to brightness, you may want to try cleaning the lenses using a headlight cleaning kit or a mile rubbing compound.
Steve

Jim Nichols:
Look very close and see if you can see dust inside the lens.  If so when removed rinse the inside with soap and water and let it set in the sun to dry. Seal the bulb socket or sockets with plumber's grease as it does not deteriorate the rubber.

David T. Richelderfer:
A search for "Lincoln navigator" brings up several posts to read.  A couple of the posts talk about a "DOT number" found on the lens that is used by body shops to find replacements.

Richard Cooper:
Are we all talking about the same thing here?  The Lincoln Navigator comment I made was about the headlights, but not the tail lights.  Now some of you seem to be telling me the tail lights on my Beaver are from a Lincoln Navigator.  

But, I'm looking for a new fixture to fit in that space that is bright and well illuminated.

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