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speedo clock bulb holders

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when i bought my van it didnt have the bulbs for the speedo and other gauges so ive ordered some from wagonbuild but i dont know how they go and the little metal clip has anyone got a photo of the top of the clocks so i can have a look
thanks dave
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Re: speedo clock bulb holders

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I think they're just a push and twist bayonent fit. You have to line them up with the slot, and turn them 45' so the two metal tabs on the bulb holder line up with the contact points on the ribbon. If they don't work make sure the ribbon contacts are clean and the tab on the bulb are sprung out.
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Re: speedo clock bulb holders

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hi mate i got that bit right but its the bulb holder that attaches to the top of the clocks they come with a metal piece and just wondered how they fitted in
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