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Title: 1966 Deville Convertible BULB
Post by: RandyK on October 08, 2023, 12:53:06 PM
Where can I get this type of Bulb.  It is the interior light on the underside of the dashboard on both sides. I would prefer to find an original one.
Title: Re: 1966 Deville Convertible BULB
Post by: Daryl Chesterman on October 08, 2023, 07:26:02 PM
Does the bulb have a number on it?  If it doesn't have a number on it, look in your owner's manual to see what number it specifies for courtesy lamps (or whatever Cadillac calls the under-dash bulbs , then you can look online to see if you can find one, or a good substitution.  As a substitution, you could look at a NAPA # 6451-N bulb to see if the dimensions and wattage are the same.  Be careful of using a bulb that has more wattage than the OEM bulb, as a higher wattage will give off more heat and be bad for any lens that may cover it (if there is a lens).

Daryl Chesterman
Title: Re: 1966 Deville Convertible BULB
Post by: gkhashem on October 08, 2023, 08:26:47 PM
Go to Sylvania website

https://www.sylvania-automotive.com/on/demandware.store/Sites-sylvaniaautomotive-Site/en_US/BulbFinder-Show?carId=4730&oepn=90%7C212-2&notes=Compare+To+Original

Looks like a #212 bulb

This is for a courtesy light bulb.  Check the service manual also. Shape looks different but if wattage and size fits who cares its under the lens.
Title: Re: 1966 Deville Convertible BULB
Post by: RandyK on October 09, 2023, 10:31:05 PM
Thank everyone!