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Old 05-05-2019, 10:26 AM   #1
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Conventional Light Fixture to Replace Dinette Light

When we were looking at purchasing a new Dynaquest XL, my wife told me that if we bought it I would have to let her do some remodeling (She’s an interior decorator). One of the things she wanted changed was the light over the dinette. She really did not like that light!

After many hours of researching replacement 12V light fixtures, none satisfied what she was looking for. However, I came across a post on another RV Forum from someone who had the same issue with standard issue RV 12V light fixtures.

Come to find out, there are now many choices of 12V LED bulbs, including Edison style, that can be used in conventional light fixtures on a 12V system. They are designed for that purpose. We changed ours out with a conventional light fixture, popped in the new bulb from Amazon and it works like a champ. Dimmable as well.

Maybe I am just late to the party with this knowledge but I thought it was worth sharing.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01G0DA9ZQ..._6.VZCbMAE4RV0

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Old 05-05-2019, 02:01 PM   #2
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Cool, looks nice. I like the warm light
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Old 05-05-2019, 05:34 PM   #3
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We took the base of the original 12V fixture and combined it with a vintage globe. Probably not interior decorator approved, but it makes us laugh. [emoji38]Click image for larger version

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We took the base of the original 12V fixture and combined it with a vintage globe. Probably not interior decorator approved, but it makes us laugh. [emoji38]Attachment 203818Attachment 203819


That’s what matters! If it makes you smile, then it’s awesome. As an ex Disney employee I can appreciate it!
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Old 05-06-2019, 11:05 PM   #5
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Ha Ha - My wife was just the same, love this coach but the dinette light has got to go! I haven't changed it just yet but it's on the honey do list for sure. I wasn't even thinking about the fact that it's a DC light. Thanks for the post. Very helpful.

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Old 05-06-2019, 11:53 PM   #6
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Ha Ha - My wife was just the same, love this coach but the dinette light has got to go! I haven't changed it just yet but it's on the honey do list for sure. I wasn't even thinking about the fact that it's a DC light. Thanks for the post. Very helpful.

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You’re welcome! Technology is a great thing. Now you can choose any conventional light fixture and just find an LED bulb that handles the 12V current internally and not through the fixture. Who knew?
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