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When i took off my headset to do the battery replacement for the clock I wanted too replace the background lights for the speedo/fuel / turn indicators etc.. i noticed that several of the bulbs holding (lack of a better word) area were badly corroded. I tried doing light cleaning but still the rust would not allow the new leds too light up.

Question .. is there a way too save it without destroying the delicate metal contacts ?

and if its too far gone...

does anyone know what the part no. is and how much would it cost for a replacement circuit board ...

Thanks in advance
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I searched for an ET/LT circuit board for mine and couldn't find a Piaggio part number.
I have a bad corrosion problem on mine ... Instrument Panel Warning Lights ..., I'm sourcing wired bulb holders, which will accept original T5 or LED T5 bulbs. http://members.modernvespa.net/rich_o/uploads/instrument_bulb_holders_19209.jpg
These have the same sort of bayonet fixing (They may need slight modification - Don't know yet). This is a clean-ish way to by-pass the dead board circuit tracks.
Unfortunately, I've been unable to source these in the UK and have ordered some from China through fleabay.
If you only have one faulty lamp, this would be an easy fix.
The only other economical solution for you would be finding a second hand/scrapped bike part. But that is always a gamble.
Hope you solve the problem.
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Thanks for the reply .. surprised nobody else encountered the same problem. Let me know how it works out for you.

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K if that's rusted did you look at your upper headset bearings? The ring on mine was toast. Totally rusted thru. Only things keeping the little BB'S in there was the cup they fit into. I'm guessing yours is rusted also.
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Let me know how it works out for you.
Will do. They should be arriving in the next week or so.
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Hey Howard,
Good news. The wired T5 bulb holders arrived and fit perfectly. (See pic below). I ordered 10 and only need 9, so there is one spare. If you want it PM me with your address and I'll send it off to you. I've also got three Led bulbs as pictured (Yellow/Blue/Red) spare too, if you want to try them.
On 12v DC they are approx 10% brighter than the pictured original filament bulb, but only consume 0.2W.
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This is probably the next upgrade I tackle as my dash lights do not seem too bright anymore. Thanks updating this thread. Any additional info or issues you encounter, please let us know. And I'd love to see pics after you're done.
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Hey Howard,
Good news. The wired T5 bulb holders arrived and fit perfectly. (See pic below). I ordered 10 and only need 9, so there is one spare. If you want it PM me with your address and I'll send it off to you. I've also got three Led bulbs as pictured (Yellow/Blue/Red) spare too, if you want to try them.
On 12v DC they are approx 10% brighter than the pictured original filament bulb, but only consume 0.2W.
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Rich that is brilliant ! Thanks for the offer but all my lights are dead except for the oil lamp.

Can you send the link where you ordered them from. I'd like too do the same.

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K if that's rusted did you look at your upper headset bearings? The ring on mine was toast. Totally rusted thru. Only things keeping the little BB'S in there was the cup they fit into. I'm guessing yours is rusted also.
Thanks Judy, First i have to figure out where are the upper headset bearing is then i'll check it out. Would you have a pic handy and some Macadamia nuts , I remember when i was in Hawaii the Mac nuts were the freshest and best i ever had.. yummy !
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I don't have a pic but i'll see if anyone took a pic of them insitu. They are pretty obvious when you have the headset off i believe. If you send me your address i'll gladly send you some mac nuts. good luck
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I don't have a pic but i'll see if anyone took a pic of them insitu. They are pretty obvious when you have the headset off i believe. If you send me your address i'll gladly send you some mac nuts. good luck
Your quite the girl judy ! You have mechanic skills , ride and are generous.. nice combo.
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This is the link to my supplier:
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/310405991589?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649
You could try searching for "wired T5 bulb holders" and see if there is someone local to you.
Sorry for delay.
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Rich O wrote:
This is the link to my supplier:
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/310405991589?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649
You could try searching for "wired T5 bulb holders" and see if there is someone local to you.
Sorry for delay.
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No worries mate... Its not exactly on my high priority list but i find myself always thinking about getting my speedo back in working order. Thanks , Howard
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Rich can you post a pic of your speedo lit up at night ... want to see the christmas tree of colours ..
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Rich can you post a pic of your speedo lit up at night ... want to see the christmas tree of colours ..
I can send you a picture of mine. I also have all the led bulbs, and load resistors you need for your scooter. I bought some in quantity from the manufacturer that I've been meaning sell on this site but haven't gotten around to it yet. Let me know what you need.
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Rich can you post a pic of your speedo lit up at night ... want to see the christmas tree of colours ..
I can send you a picture of mine. I also have all the led bulbs, and load resistors you need for your scooter. I bought some in quantity from the manufacturer that I've been meaning sell on this site but haven't gotten around to it yet. Let me know what you need.
Pls do send a good res pic to give me some motivation. Mine is now 100% dark at night.

glr what do you have left over? My whole circuit board is toast except for the red check engine light but if i rewire i will want to do all of them at the same time.

I have no clue about electric wiring so this will be a new but fun project.

Just as a side note to replace the speedo cover is $165.00 and i don't think it comes painted. Ouch..
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This is the link to my supplier:
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/310405991589?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649
You could try searching for "wired T5 bulb holders" and see if there is someone local to you.
Sorry for delay.
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Think your right i'm going to try and source them in NA. There has GRL may be able to help me with some left over's from his labotomy.

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