Tinting interior bulbs red

[JoeK]

I wanted to replace the interior bulbs of my 03 bonneville SE but when i took them out these are the literal weirdest bulbs i have ever seen. They look like fuses... Any ideas on how i can tint them red? Going for an all red interior

[burger]

replace them with red bulbs, i did that with most interior lights. Keep in mind that with red bulbs it is a lot harder to see, even with led

[JoeK]

http://www.superbrightleds.com/moreinfo ... /237/1121/

Found these. Think theyll fit?

Says it replaces 211-2 bulbs

[terrancew3]

You could try finding some Red Plasti-Dip and spray the lights with that. Plus side is, I'm almost positive it is heat resistant and if you mess up, just peel it off.

[00Beast]

LOL. Plastidip is opaque. And as the bulb gets hot, it's gonna start a fire or something.

They make VHT Nightshades in Red. If you really don't want to spend the money on the red bulbs, that would work...

[terrancew3]

LOL. Plastidip is opaque. And as the bulb gets hot, it's gonna start a fire or something.

They make VHT Nightshades in Red. If you really don't want to spend the money on the red bulbs, that would work...

Why is that funny I said Plasti-Dip? Every where I've checked said it would be fine on lights. http://www.plastidip.com/oem.php It forms a protective coating and is heat resistant. Though I don't really recommend painting any light, it's a cheap alternative to buying all the lights pre-tinted.

[00Beast]

The lights might glow red, but they will barely put out any light...

[MARCTHEDUBBS]

I have bought red lights and I've also bought these little red "sleeves" that you slide over the light. They are a rubbery plastic that will melt a little and bond to the light. The sleeves seemed to not last as long as the red lights but the were less than $2 for a 2 pack at Autozone

[terrancew3]

If you put any colored light in a vehicle or even a house, they barely put out light. I think he just wants the red light for an accent light, or something like that. Not to shine up the whole car.

[01bonneSC]

I think plasti dip is too thick/opaque(i.e. wont let light out). I would have to see one dipped and installed. I dont think its the best way.

[terrancew3]

I think plasti dip is too thick/opaque(i.e. wont let light out). I would have to see one dipped and installed. I dont think its the best way.

Nah, I don't mean dip it. I meant get the spray on stuff that you can control the coats/layers on it.

[01bonneSC]

I think plasti dip is too thick/opaque(i.e. wont let light out). I would have to see one dipped and installed. I dont think its the best way.

Nah, I don't mean dip it. I meant get the spray on stuff that you can control the coats/layers on it.

I know what you mean, but i still think it will hinder the lights/not look good as bulbs or VHT.

[00Beast]

It's just too thick of a coating to work right. It's not designed for light to come through it. Period.

[01bonneSC]

Theres only one way to find out....

[terrancew3]

I think I'd rather keep my stock bulbs and then just add some red led's somewhere else in the car. I want to see around in my car when I turn the lights on.

[01bonneSC]

You could also devise a way to use a red clear plastic as a "cover". Double sided tape or something maybe.

[alexcoqui]

go to advance or any other autpart store & get the red tape they sale to fix borken tail-lights. Dont tap it to the bulb. tape it over the hole directly to the dash, I had to use two strips over each hole to completly cover the area. for the lights on the roof, remove the transparent covers and tape the inerior and trim with a razor blade. install them back and enjoy your red lights. I did this about 5 years ago and still holding perfectly.

[Dark_Knight]

Checkout these bulbs...I'm thinking about getting these and replacing my interior lights as well..

http://www.amazon.com/Jtech-5-SMD-Power ... +red+bulbs

[BonneMe]

I did this on my 1993. Some time ago, so did Jim W. We both used red window tint in bulb housings, I still have a bit of the roll left, and have considered doing my BMW red too....

For a whole car it was the cheapest, and gives good light output vs gels, caps, etc.

[WhiteArrow3800]

I did this on my SSEi. I tried the sleeves found at Advance/Autozone but those greatly dimmed the lights and looked more pink than red. I wrapped some brake light lens repair tape around them once too...that melted, believe it or not. I found red bulbs somewhere (I forget where exactly) and they were better but still somewhat dim. But I ended up finding LED replacements online at v-LED. Works perfect and puts out a lot of light. Also just to note, I had two LED's were bad when I received them, I contacted v-LED about it and they immediately shipped out replacements!