379 dash lighting

Discussion in 'Peterbilt Forum' started by Agtrucker, Dec 14, 2011.

  1. Agtrucker

    Agtrucker Light Load Member

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    Hi all,
    New to the board but seems likes plenty of info to be had!! I'll likely be more of a reader than being able to contribute but that's besides the pt.
    I typically drive a 01day cab 379 pete, it's not mine in any way and but since it's the one I tend to drive I try and keep it up on the minor stuff that's not really critical or concerned with by the bosses even if it means a little out of my own pocket.
    While loading up today I finally got time to pull the light that goes between the cruise and jake. Local Peterbilt doesn't have it, found one online that has it for 2 bucks, but it's $13 shipping. All I find on ebay are different lens colors. Any suggestions on where else to look besides over paying @ Pete?
    I'm also wanting to do something with flimsy dash lighting tape that's used elsewhere to light up switches .. Are there any real alternatives?
    Any good sites to check out for regular oem replacements parts in general?
     
    Truckerrr88 Thanks this.
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  3. crowbar1020

    crowbar1020 Bobtail Member

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    I found that small light at a chrome shop. It came with the harness and chrome cover for it.

    As far as the dash light tape, i just disconnected mine and replaced them with two chrome 5 led strip lights. I attached them with 3M double sided tape at the top edge of switch panel. Wire them to another gauge light and you will be able to dim them at night as your others do.
     
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