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  • Robert J.
    Expired
    • September 30, 2004
    • 117

    55 Vs. 53/54 tailight sockets

    Question; I was missing a tail light socket for my 55. I bought one on Ebay and realized it was different. The 53/54 sockets have both little nub slots (6 volt bulbs) that are equal distances while the 55 socket nub slots are different length's to except a 1157 type bulb.

    Are the 55 sockets available anywhere or can you modify the 54 socket enough to get a 1157 bulb in there? Thanks Bob
  • Mike M.
    NCRS Past President
    • May 31, 1974
    • 8381

    #2
    Re: 55 Vs. 53/54 tailight sockets

    i'd modify the teat on the bulb instead of modifying the socket. mike

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    • Roy B.
      Expired
      • February 1, 1975
      • 7044

      #3
      Re: 55 Vs. 53/54 tailight sockets



      Sounds like you got 6V back-up light sockets used on many GM 50's cars.

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      • Robert J.
        Expired
        • September 30, 2004
        • 117

        #4
        Re: 55 Vs. 53/54 tailight sockets

        Thanks guys; Looks like I got stung on Ebay........I'll try and modify the bulb until I can find the right socket. Roy do you happen to have an extra sitting in that glass case you want to part with? Thanks Bob

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        • Roy B.
          Expired
          • February 1, 1975
          • 7044

          #5
          Re: 55 Vs. 53/54 tailight sockets

          Originally posted by Robert Johnson (42694)
          Thanks guys; Looks like I got stung on Ebay........I'll try and modify the bulb until I can find the right socket. Roy do you happen to have an extra sitting in that glass case you want to part with? Thanks Bob
          Just gave away a set , could you use a dram-ill tool to en long one slot of the socket . Need to post an other Trivia post on the odd ball 55 Corvette.

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