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Entrance Handle Light Bulb 1995 U320

I need to replace the lighted entrance handle light bulb on our 1995 U320. I think I've read that it's either an 1156 or 1157 but I'd to have the proper replacement on hand before I disassemble it. Does anyone know for sure? Thanks!
David and Carolyn Osborn
1995 U320C SE 40' Build 4726 Feb 1995
FMCA 147762
Motorcade 17186

Re: Entrance Handle Light Bulb 1995 U320

Reply #1 –
Probably an 1141 or could be a 194. It is very simple to take apart and then you will know for sure. Also sometimes the socket is no good. It can be replaced with a new socket. Over the years it has probably been replaced several times.
previous 1984 35 ft ORED 250 HP 3208 Cat       
previous 1998 40 ft U295 CAI 325 hp Cummins
previous 2003 40 Ft u320 build #6140 450 Cummins M11.                                                         
1999 Mazda Miata
Ron, Nancy, Tipper the cat, Max The dog
1997 U 270 36 ft build number 5174 8.3 Cummins

Re: Entrance Handle Light Bulb 1995 U320

Reply #2 –
Probably some variation in bulb sizes used in different model years, as well as changes made by previous owners if they had to replace the socket.
Agree with Ron - best to remove the old bulb and measure the base, just to be sure.

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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"

Re: Entrance Handle Light Bulb 1995 U320

Reply #3 –
I don't want to hijack this post but I'm taking my handle apart and trying to get the light in the handle to work.  The green wire is not attached in the lower portion of the handle and wondering where it should attach and if acts like a ground to activate the handle light?
Carl and Fran Isner
'04 U295 36'
Ford Ranger Toad

Re: Entrance Handle Light Bulb 1995 U320

Reply #4 –
Check the wire with a multimeter to see if it is connected to ground.  If it is grounded then add a ring terminal and attach it under the bottom mounting screw.
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"

Re: Entrance Handle Light Bulb 1995 U320

Reply #5 –
Quote from: Chuck & Jeannie –
Check the wire with a multimeter to see if it is connected to ground.  If it is grounded then add a ring terminal and attach it under the bottom mounting screw.

Kind of what I was thinking, thanks!
Carl and Fran Isner
'04 U295 36'
Ford Ranger Toad

Re: Entrance Handle Light Bulb 1995 U320

Reply #6 –
Quote from: Carl Isner –
I don't want to hijack this post but I'm taking my handle apart and trying to get the light in the handle to work.  The green wire is not attached in the lower portion of the handle and wondering where it should attach and if acts like a ground to activate the handle light?
I might be wrong, but I think that is the "sense" wire for the Touch-lite module.  It should make contact with the lower housing.  If I recall, the stripped wire was just squeezed under the handle housing to make contact; there's no terminal and a ring terminal might prevent the handle from mounting flush.  Yes, it's a bit hokey, but I don't think Foretravel had a choice if they wanted to use the Touch-lite and that style handle.

In case your not familiar, the Touch-lite module functions when you touch the lower housing the door lights (above the door and the handle light) should go on for a few minutes and then automatically go off.
John Fitzgerald
1991 U300 (SAI) Side Aisle Island Bed 40'
Detroit 6V92 with Allison Retarder
Meridian (Boise), Idaho
 

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Reply #7 –
Ours is possessed. Sometimes it comes on, sometimes it does whatever it wants to do. Maybe Roger Berke , previous owner has some kinda powers over us