I've been thwarted :(

". ." (xllx)
10/03/2015 at 17:25 • Filed to: None

I’ve been looking forward to going on a night drive in the Fiat all day today. It’s above freezing, dry, and I’ve not had anything to drink, so I figured why not do it, may be one of the last opportunities this year. So a few minutes ago I went down to the CLK to drive it to the garage I keep the Fiat in, and by that point I was already flippin tired from a busy day. I start up the car, turn on the lights, and pop, a ‘yo, a bulb’s out’ light appears. I figured it’s one of the rears since they do need a little smack occassionally (and they’re all doubled anyway so it wouldn’t be a big deal if one just burnt out), but no, it’s one of the fronts. :( And I’m all out of replacement H7’s because I’ve replaced both headlight bulbs like 3 weeks ago. I didn’t have enough resolve to drive to a petrol station to get new bulbs (while risking a ticket), so I just went back home to do a little bitching on the internet and then go to bed. :(

DISCUSSION (7)

Steve in Manhattan > . .
10/03/2015 at 18:30

At least you have car problems. My car problem is that I don’t have a car.

RallyDarkstrike - Fan of 2-cyl FIATs, Eastern Bloc & Kei cars > . .
10/03/2015 at 20:00

Awwww, sad! Guess your earlier comment about you both doing well wasn’t quite true! :(

I wonder why the bulbs popped so quickly considering you only replaced them a month ago...are they getting too much power and wearing out too soon...?

At least it’s not a major issue! :)

pip bip - choose Corrour > . .
10/03/2015 at 21:35

buy in bulk and have a few hanging around.

Denver Is Stuck In The 90s > RallyDarkstrike - Fan of 2-cyl FIATs, Eastern Bloc & Kei cars
10/03/2015 at 22:13

I work at an auto parts store. I install bulbs every day. You’re supposed to wear a surgical glove when installing them because the oils on your fingers will cause them to go out quicker. You cant touch the bulb with your bare hands

. . > pip bip - choose Corrour
10/04/2015 at 04:43

That’s what I did 5 years ago when I first got the car and I’ve only ran out last month.

RallyDarkstrike - Fan of 2-cyl FIATs, Eastern Bloc & Kei cars > Denver Is Stuck In The 90s
10/04/2015 at 09:57

Yup, I knew that one! :)

. . > RallyDarkstrike - Fan of 2-cyl FIATs, Eastern Bloc & Kei cars
10/04/2015 at 15:23

I’m hoping it was just a one off shitty bulb. We’ll see how a different brand holds up.