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  • bherold
    Newbie
    • Nov 29 2006
    • 27
    #1

    Taillight socket question

    I recently changed all the bulbs in my taillights. I noticed one of the bulb sockets has the spring terminals “frozen” by rust. I managed to get the bulb in but ever since I have strange electrical issues that tend to happen when I hit the brakes. My question is: Is there any lubricant I can use to free up the spring terminals without damaging the switch or shorting anything out? Like graphite?

    Thanks as always!
    Bob
    59 Hardtop
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    • bcomo
      Super-Experienced
      • Sep 23 2005
      • 1223
      #2
      I've used WD-40 to free the springs, then spray brake cleaner if you wish.

      After that, Auto Zone has small packets of "Bulb Scocket Grease" it's non-conductive, so you can grease the entire bulb base and insert it into the socket to prevent rust.
      Bart
      1960 Hard Top/430
      Thunderbird Registry Number 1231

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        • bherold
          Newbie
          • Nov 29 2006
          • 27
          #3
          Thanks! That's great info!
          Bob
          59 Hardtop
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