As much as I hate to toss a working light, make sure you don't spend more than the current cost of a new LED Maglite. They get discounted fairly often; Amazon right now has a 3D LED for $21.70 in a tasteful electric blue, or traditional black for $26.
This is a fair point. I put the cheap Nite-Ize LED conversions in a couple of old 2-D lights. They went from horrible, to at least useable for utility tasks around the house. I'm sure the more expensive conversions are better, but I am not sure they are worth it, given other options on the market. Unless of course you NEED a light and a thumper in one package.Originally Posted by whomever
Good poinnt. However, the $26-ish one is 168 lumens; there are sub-$20 conversion bulbs that are twice as bright.
I ordered one. I'll see how it goes. Then I may get a couple more.
Last edited by Stephanie B; 03-16-2019 at 08:41 PM.
If we have to march off into the next world, let us walk there on the bodies of our enemies.
I installed the LED conversion last night. It is one hell of a lot brighter than the standard bulb. I’ll probably do that to the other large Maglites that I have.
The small ones, I’ll just replace with cheap LED flashlights.
Last edited by Stephanie B; 03-19-2019 at 09:58 AM.
If we have to march off into the next world, let us walk there on the bodies of our enemies.
Just be careful with the output and your use. I came across an LED conversion that said would work with the 6 D Cell versions. I put it in and turned in on in the large basement playroom to test. I'm still seeing spots and that was 18 months ago.There is an upper limit to usefulness.
What, you're not trying to spot Ju-88s at night?Just be careful with the output and your use. I came across an LED conversion that said would work with the 6 D Cell versions. I put it in and turned in on in the large basement playroom to test. I'm still seeing spots and that was 18 months ago.
If we have to march off into the next world, let us walk there on the bodies of our enemies.
Lol. No was looking for Tu-95s...What, you're not trying to spot Ju-88s at night?
What, you're not trying to spot Ju-88s at night?Break out the Bofors!
My father in law has some of the Terralux conversions for 3D Maglights. These would be my choice if the goal is to simply keep the light useful and relevant without spending much. If I was still using big Maglights for serious purposes, I would seriously consider the Malkoff conversions.
All of my Maglights except one 2AA light have fallen victim to leaking alkaline batteries, which is one reason I now buy NiMH in AA, AAA, C, and D sizes.
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I used a 4 cell to kill a doe once. True story. That heft comes in handy sometimes [emoji16].
I would like
To convert mine to led have had it for a long long time.
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