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Light in entry door handle

Does anyone know the bulb part number ( and maybe a good led replacement if possible) for the clear entry door handle. I have mine out but can't read the numbers on it
Peter
Peter    Alberta Canada
'98 U320 40'  Build 5359 M11 450 HP, Aqua hot, Blu Ox

Re: Light in entry door handle

Reply #1 –
Find the bulb base here:

automotive bulb chart - Google Search

Then search for a compatible LED
Tim Dianics
Pam Sapienza
Vader PupZilla Labrador Canine Beast (AKA Pup)
Columbia, MO
1996 U320 4000
2021 Jeep Gladiator, Diesel

Re: Light in entry door handle

Reply #2 –
Just take your blub into a auto parts store and they can match it up
Peter and Frieda Morin
1999 36ft. U320 Foretravel
Build # 5436
1998 Suzuki Sidekick Sport

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Couple months ago I ordered some LED bulbs for our lighted handle.  They have a BA9S base and fit perfectly in my handle.  I got the amber hoping it would attract fewer bugs.  They also have white and blue colors.  Link below:

Amazon.com: Serundo Auto BA9S Led Car Bulb BA9 1895 1891 53 57 Led, 2SMD...

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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"

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So I possibly may be a bit rouge but I used a led replacement light that I was installing in all the gold round Halogen lights. Yes it didn't quite fit in the allotted space and I literally ground it down to fit on the bench grinder. Yes some of the leds didn't work after being butchered but it has worked fine since I had installed. I would repeat if needed.
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Scott

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Chuck
I like the brand you mentioned.  Are the amber ones bright enough ?  I would hate to order 6 of them only to think I would have been better with the white ones


Peter    Alberta Canada
'98 U320 40'  Build 5359 M11 450 HP, Aqua hot, Blu Ox

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Reply #6 –
Quote from: dicksop –
Are the amber ones bright enough?
Bright enough for what?  "Brightness" is a pretty subjective term, at least in this case.  I found the light entirely adequate for the purpose, but not so bright as to be irritating.  Not sure if that helps...

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: Light in entry door handle

Reply #7 –
Quote from: dsd –
So I possibly may be a bit rouge but I used a led replacement light that I was installing in all the gold round Halogen lights. Yes it didn't quite fit in the allotted space and I literally ground it down to fit on the bench grinder. Yes some of the leds didn't work after being butchered but it has worked fine since I had installed. I would repeat if needed.

Just remember that the circuity runs from diode to diode, with voltage to each location.  Cutting the substrate risks exposing 12VDC hot wiring where it can unintentionally "power" or short to things that touch the exposed conductors. 

This would be akin to running a Sawzall through your house wall to cut in a new doorway and leaving the cut wires as they sat (albeit those would be 120 VAC).
Learn every day, but especially from the experiences of others. It's cheaper!  - John C. Bogle

2000 U320 36' non-slide / WildEBeest Rescue
2003 U320

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Reply #8 –
Quote from: Michelle –
Just remember that the circuity runs from diode to diode, with voltage to each location.  Cutting the substrate risks exposing 12VDC hot wiring where it can unintentionally "power" or short to things that touch the exposed conductors. 

This would be akin to running a Sawzall through your house wall to cut in a new doorway and leaving the cut wires as they sat (albeit those would be 120 VAC).
I did disclose it was a bit rogue. Yes you will need to tape around the perimeter. But they were readily available and worked , working well. I actually have a scotch bright wheel and polished it off to clear. In rereading this yes a sawzall sounds a bit excessive even for me.
In regards to LEDs and there individual brightness and color. Kelvin is how the color is rated in regards to the temperature required to produce a color and lumens for intensity. It is not to be compared to candlepower for it is completely different although more lumens requires more power just as with candlepower. Most LEDs run on under 4 volts. I promise to keep any questionable rogue modifications quiet in the future. I do agree that a sawzall on house wiring would turn out badly.
Scott
How to Measure Light in Foot-candles, Lumens and Lux | Stanpro

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Reply #9 –
That sort of looks like a bayonet base 53 or 57 old style dash light, commonly found at most parts houses in packs of 2. If I recall the 53 was a 3w and the 57 was a 5w, 1 a bit brighter than the other. However, like so many I would go with an LED version, just to trim a bit of electrical power consumption  and have incredibly longer life. Wattage and brightness a bit harder to dermine on the new LED's as you see so many variants. With the old style for the last 60 years you sort of knew what you were getting as it was the norm and all DIY's knew what they were getting. Nowadays, you have to get a few and try them out.
Chucks recommended link is one of many sources that would fit the bill. If like me you like the old incandescent glow and dont care for the blaring white light, go with an amber or around 3000kelvin.

The Kelvin Scale
Light color, or color temperature, is measured using the Kelvin scale. LEDs are available in warm colors (low k) to match the yellowish light of incandescent bulbs, but you can also choose cooler colors (high k) with whiter or bluer light. Here's a color temperature chart for reference:


Bulbs, what type, what color, how to modify or not, how and where to install what types aside.....I would just like to know what is the process by which to access the bulb that is for the illuminated handle?

Anybody willing to share details.
Mike in AL
2001 U295
8.3 ISC 350
Build 5918

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Quote from: mkc1962 –
I would just like to know what is the process by which to access the bulb that is for the illuminated handle?
Pretty simple actually.  Take the screws out of the bottom chrome end piece, pull it down so the Lucite handle comes out of the sockets, and you should see the bulb inside the top chrome piece.  The wire that makes the bulb light up (when you touch the handle) should be in the bottom chrome piece.  Your 2001 model coach may, or may not, have the "touch control" feature.

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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"

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Reply #11 –
Many thanks Chuck!
Mike in AL
2001 U295
8.3 ISC 350
Build 5918

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Reply #12 –
I've had my U-295 for a year now and never knew the door handle lights up.  So I pulled the hand off and found a burned-out bulb.  Replaced it with an incandescent bulb and ordered a LED in amber color to replace it.

I don't know what I love more, the build technology in this 1999 coach or the fact this Board gives me better information then I could ever buy.

Thanks to all that contribute.
Danny & Peggy Derrick
1999 U295 - Our Perfect Motorhome ( NO SLIDES )

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Reply #13 –
Question: I have always assumed the 270 does not have a lighted handle?? Am I correct?
If it does have a light is the bulb in the base?
Thanks
David
David & Emma Roche
Dino (Golden Doodle)
1999 U270 WTFE 36' Build # 5534
Xtreme "Lights, Stripes & Roof"
Motorcade# 18321
Dayton, Ohio
Towd: Jeep Grand Cherokee
Two Townie Electra Bikes

Life is made to enjoy, the Foretravel helps!

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Reply #14 –
The light bulb is in the top handle holder.
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

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Reply #15 –
Thanks Ron
Congrats on your new coach.
David & Emma Roche
Dino (Golden Doodle)
1999 U270 WTFE 36' Build # 5534
Xtreme "Lights, Stripes & Roof"
Motorcade# 18321
Dayton, Ohio
Towd: Jeep Grand Cherokee
Two Townie Electra Bikes

Life is made to enjoy, the Foretravel helps!

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Reply #16 –
Thanks
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