Headlight bulb replacement

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Headlight bulb replacement

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Trying to change headlight bulb on PCX 125. Sure, I found the bulb and removed the rubber cover, but can't get the bulb base to rotate. I must be getting weak. Wish there was a tool. Not much room to use tools either. --Oldtimer79
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Re: Headlight bulb replacement

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They are tough to get out [you knew that] : ) If you have some sturdy rubber gloves or a piece of an old rubber tube.
Anything that will give you traction. That's how I was able to finally get mine loose.
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Re: Headlight bulb replacement

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Success! -- I designed and manufactured a tool. Took a 12-inch piece of stout wire (not sure what diameter). Bent it in half and then bent fingers (about 3/8-inch long) at the opposite end at right angles. Inserted the fingers into the back of the bulb base and it easily turned the base and allowed me to change both bulbs. ---Oldtimer79
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Re: Headlight bulb replacement

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Good tip. Any chance of a photo?
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Re: Headlight bulb replacement

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Think that is patent worthy : ) Good deal!
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