[Scottys55]

I would like to replace the sockets on the car, I have some questions.
#1 - Would it be preferred to buy replacement 55 sockets, or can these things be picked up standard at a local parts store. What have others done.
#2 - Am I to assume that these sockets are pressed in, or not meant to come out and that I have to dig them out ?
#3 What about going into LED - is that common to do or not necessary,

Thanks for the help

 

[TOMMY454]

Check out an American Autowire dealer near you.
http://www.americanautowire.com/findadealer.html

 

[acardon]

The metal bulb sockets are part of the tail or parking light houseing and are crimped into the houseing. I haven't seen them available seperately, that will fit without modification. The plactic part and the contacts are available from the vendors.

 

[TOMMY454]

American Autowire :
Metal Tail Lamp Double Contact
Socket: Part number 36050 ($12.00)
Socket is designed to snap fit into a
1-1/8” hole. Socket uses a standard 1157 bulb.
Lamp housing must be grounded.

 

[TOMMY454]

American Autowire :
Metal Tail Lamp Double Contact
Socket: Part number 36050 ($12.00)
Socket is designed to snap fit into a
1-1/8” hole. Socket uses a standard 1157 bulb.
Lamp housing must be grounded.

Universal Double Contact Socket Part # 500126 ($8.00)
Socket is designed to snap fi t into a 3/4” hole. Socket
must be grounded. Uses a standard 1157 bulb.