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layton86
Explorer
Jul 19, 2013

12v lights using 1139IF bulbs extremely hot-replacement?

I have 6 recessed lights and I pulled all the bulbs out as the paneling around the fixtures were hot to the touch. I've contacted several major retailers about getting LED replacements or if there is ...
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Almot
Explorer III
Jul 19, 2013
Incandescent bulb turns 95% of power into heat, and only 5% - into light. Being recessed, and in warm weather - I'm not surprised that panels are hot. Properly made, they should not be, not too much, but most RVs are poorly made and assembled, with cheap parts. Change to LED.

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