bad headlight?

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brianp
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My tercel:: '85 4wd SR5, 220k miles
Location: Yamhill Co., OR

bad headlight?

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So last week my left headlight went out. The brights still worked, but I went out and bought a new sealed beam and replaced it (It's crazy how long it takes to remove them! :shock: ), and everything was fine.

THEN, today driving to school, I find that the same light is out again! I'm thinking it's probably just defective; but I'm also going to check the wiring to make sure everything is working. Would there be a problem if the wires were putting out too much voltage? It just seems really wierd for it to go out after less than a week. :?
'85 SR5 4wd, A.K.A 'Peach", 221k miles!
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brianp
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My tercel:: '85 4wd SR5, 220k miles
Location: Yamhill Co., OR

Post by brianp »

Well, I went back by Napa, and they didn't have any problems giving me another headlight. We'll see how long this one lasts :?
'85 SR5 4wd, A.K.A 'Peach", 221k miles!
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Gasoline Fumes
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Post by Gasoline Fumes »

Make sure it's not loose in the bracket, too much vibration might shorten the light's life. I think the only possible cause of excess voltage could be from a bad alternator and/or regulator.
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