New Use for 12V Trunk Outlet
10-02-2004, 12:42 PM
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I went by Sam's Wholesale Club this morning and discovered a 100W Halogen spot light that is rechargeable with either a 110 or 12V system. Believe me, this is one really, really bright spot light. On a full charge, it will go for 20 minutes and a smaller light in the handle will last for 3 days. The neat part is the price which is under $20 -- includes a storage bag for light and accessories. It can be used free standing or plugged into the 12V system. There is also a flip up stand (second picture) that would be helpful when changing a tire.
10-02-2004, 01:00 PM
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Looks good. But how about this rechargable Maglite or this Surefire torch? 
These are flashlights/torches worthy a place in the boot of a 5er
Currently our 5er has a 4 D-cell Maglite resting between the driver's seat and the
door sill - however, this isn't the best solution for cold and dark winter days where the batteries are emptied nearly on the spot.
These are flashlights/torches worthy a place in the boot of a 5er
Currently our 5er has a 4 D-cell Maglite resting between the driver's seat and the
door sill - however, this isn't the best solution for cold and dark winter days where the batteries are emptied nearly on the spot.
10-02-2004, 03:21 PM
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pasaan, while those are nice lights, they cannot possibly brighten as much area as the 100W SportySpot. Believe me, this thing is bright. It reminds me of a train light. Also, to its advantage, it has a stand alone bracket, rechargeable via the power outlets in a 12V system, and is less than $20. Those Surefire packages are over $200. The SportySpot has about a 90 degree fan of light with a very large bright white spot in the center. That spot across a 20' room is 4' in diameter on the wall.
10-02-2004, 03:27 PM
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Originally Posted by JDN' date='Oct 2 2004, 07:21 PM
pasaan, while those are nice lights, they cannot possibly brighten as much area as the 100W SportySpot. Believe me, this thing is bright. It reminds me of a train light. Also, to its advantage, it has a stand alone bracket, rechargeable via the power outlets in a 12V system, and is less than $20. Those Surefire packages are over $200. The SportySpot has about a 90 degree fan of light with a very large bright white spot in the center. That spot across a 20' room is 4' in diameter on the wall.
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Originally Posted by Rudy' date='Oct 2 2004, 06:27 PM
Yeah, but if it isn't foggy, should you use them?? ?
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Ice would throw up. I had it out behind the house a while ago and absolutely fluoroscoped the neighborhood. Better visibility than day time for trees and shrubs because there are no shadows. While not new, a deal similar to the Sam's deal can be had via the Net at:Vector Light Selection
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Originally Posted by Rudy' date='Oct 2 2004, 01:27 PM
Yeah, but if it isn't foggy, should you use them?? ?
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My Ride: Now Driving a Freakin' Prius!
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Where is the 12V in the trunk? I looked last night & couldn't find it. (I hope it's not too obvious).
10-04-2004, 06:40 PM
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Originally Posted by realtyman' date='Oct 4 2004, 08:26 PM
Where is the 12V in the trunk?? I looked last night & couldn't find it.? (I hope it's not too obvious).
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Did I mention that the Vector light at Sam's is 2 million candle power?
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I think we've established that the 12V outlet in the trunk is only there if you have the fold-down rear seats. (Don't ask me why...I don't build them, I just love to drive them!)