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Re: Complete LED replacement with multiple methods. Links to items and lessons.

Reply #25 –
The PO replaced all of the pucks with G4's. I replaced the fluorescents and all of the other bulbs (closets, cabinets, reading, etc) with LED. I haven't lost one yet. I haven't replaced the outside light as I like it the way it is. I thought about doing the docking lights but I don't use them enough to worry about.
1993 U300 40ft GV SE
Build # 4344

Re: Complete LED replacement with multiple methods. Links to items and lessons.

Reply #26 –
Sooooo...
Using direct replacement for the fluorescent tubes without pulling the ballast, am I saving in wattage?
Only occasional dry camping so far, but still interested in saving a couple of watts if I can
In restless dreams I walked alone.
Narrow streets of cobblestone.


'93 U225
Build 4337
'14 CRV Toad

Re: Complete LED replacement with multiple methods. Links to items and lessons.

Reply #27 –
Quote from: Moby –
Sooooo...
Using direct replacement for the fluorescent tubes without pulling the ballast, am I saving in wattage?
Only occasional dry camping so far, but still interested in saving a couple of watts if I can

You'll have to buy special bulbs that are built to function with the ballast still in - those kind of bulbs will only be available on more common fixtures.  Depends on which florescent tubes you mean to replace.

If they are available, you should be able to save a little energy, but not as much as the "replace ballast ones", and the cost will be 1.5x-2x more than the "replace ballast" LED bulb.  1000bulbs.com is a good place to start to see if a "direct plug and play" bulb is available for your specific tube type.

Still, I would recommend giving the replace ballast thing a shot, even if you've never done it before!  Watch a video or two on youtube - the first one might take you 45 minutes plus a trip to the hardware store, but after you figure it out you can rewire a fixture in 5-10 minutes.
James
w/ DW Erin, sons Gideon and Tobias, cats Oscar & Oliver
Fulltime 1999 U270 34' #5508
 

Re: Complete LED replacement with multiple methods. Links to items and lessons.

Reply #28 –
Quote from: Blinded04 –
Still, I would recommend giving the replace ballast thing a shot, even if you've never done it before!  Watch a video or two on youtube - the first one might take you 45 minutes plus a trip to the hardware store, but after you figure it out you can rewire a fixture in 5-10 minutes.
X2 on that!  Custom building your own LED light fixtures is actually a lot of fun!  You are able to adjust the color temp and lumen output to suit your own personal preferences, and you save a bundle of cash in the process.  Once you start using the LED stick-on strip lights, you won't be able to stop until the whole coach is converted!

Another (Interior) LED Project.
1993 U280 SE 40' WTBI, Build: 4359
C8.3 300hp, 6-Speed, Exhaust Brake
960 watts on the roof (6 x 160)
Sorento (or BOLT) on a Kar Kaddy SS
"Nature abhors a vacuum"