Bulbs for instrument panel

MiniNinjaRob · Mar 17th, 2018, 23:30

Just so I don’t have to take it apart again, can someone remind me what bulbs I need for behind the Speedo etc. IIRC there’s two kinds? Is that right? I’ll need both types.
A web link to some good ones would be handy too.
Thanks.

Forrest · Mar 18th, 2018, 00:26

I’m pretty sure the main illumination bulbs are standard type 504 12v 3w capless and the warning lamps are type 286 12v 1.2w capless. They can be a tight fit in the holders, but I don’t think any of them are the Volvo special bulbs with an integral holder like are used behind the switches. If you have the optional external temperature display its backlight is a 509T.

Laird Scooby · Mar 18th, 2018, 10:33

You can find loads of LED versions on ebay as well. When you search for the 501/T10 type, click "UK Only" - same goes for the 286/T5 type.

I've found over the years that getting a few LEDs sent from China or similar tends to compromise them. Buy from a UK seller and they have imported in bulk so they were better protected for most of their journey to you.

Also you get them quicker!

MiniNinjaRob · Mar 18th, 2018, 14:39

Quote:

Originally Posted by Laird Scooby

You can find loads of LED versions on ebay as well. When you search for the 501/T10 type, click "UK Only" - same goes for the 286/T5 type.

I've found over the years that getting a few LEDs sent from China or similar tends to compromise them. Buy from a UK seller and they have imported in bulk so they were better protected for most of their journey to you.

Also you get them quicker!

I’ve been burnt with some crappy leds so I’m going to stick wth normal bulbs this time.

Rumbo · Mar 19th, 2018, 18:18

I changed the one below the automatic shifter the other day,does anyone know of any brighter ones that are ok?
Think the one I replaced it with was 2.5w,pack of them in the centre box when I bought it.
Not that bright are they really...

The brightness slider is set to the top

MiniNinjaRob · Mar 20th, 2018, 08:06

So i need some 501 12v 3w for the instruments and 286 12v 1.2w for the warning lamps?

I hope so as I've just ordered some....!

Mar 17th, 2018, 23:30	#1
MiniNinjaRob Master Member Last Online: Dec 2nd, 2022 12:14 Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: West Yorkshire	Bulbs for instrument panel Just so I don’t have to take it apart again, can someone remind me what bulbs I need for behind the Speedo etc. IIRC there’s two kinds? Is that right? I’ll need both types. A web link to some good ones would be handy too. Thanks. __________________ The Millennium Volcon - 1997 940CD HPT Estate Millennium Volcon NOW FOR SALE HERE

Mar 18th, 2018, 10:33	#3
Laird Scooby Premier Member Last Online: Today 20:02 Join Date: May 2012 Location: Lakenheath	You can find loads of LED versions on ebay as well. When you search for the 501/T10 type, click "UK Only" - same goes for the 286/T5 type. I've found over the years that getting a few LEDs sent from China or similar tends to compromise them. Buy from a UK seller and they have imported in bulk so they were better protected for most of their journey to you. Also you get them quicker! __________________ Cheers Dave Next Door to Top-Gun with a Honda CR-V & S Type Jag Volvo gone but not forgotten........

Mar 20th, 2018, 08:06	#6
MiniNinjaRob Master Member Last Online: Dec 2nd, 2022 12:14 Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: West Yorkshire	So i need some 501 12v 3w for the instruments and 286 12v 1.2w for the warning lamps? I hope so as I've just ordered some....! __________________ The Millennium Volcon - 1997 940CD HPT Estate Millennium Volcon NOW FOR SALE HERE

Mar 18th, 2018, 00:26	#2
Forrest VOC Member Last Online: Today 20:34 Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Gloucester	I’m pretty sure the main illumination bulbs are standard type 504 12v 3w capless and the warning lamps are type 286 12v 1.2w capless. They can be a tight fit in the holders, but I don’t think any of them are the Volvo special bulbs with an integral holder like are used behind the switches. If you have the optional external temperature display its backlight is a 509T.

Mar 19th, 2018, 18:18	#5
Rumbo Time Traveller Last Online: Oct 12th, 2023 00:08 Join Date: May 2016 Location: Cornwall	I changed the one below the automatic shifter the other day,does anyone know of any brighter ones that are ok? Think the one I replaced it with was 2.5w,pack of them in the centre box when I bought it. Not that bright are they really... The brightness slider is set to the top

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