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ynottony99 · 03-16-2008, 02:30 PM

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Originally Posted by BigDaddyRog

Cant you splice into the wires just below the globe and run a smaller socket to each ear, using like the large christmas bulbs?

I like that idea Rog. I put a Y adapter in the socket so that I have 2 bulbs. This raises them higher and out toward the ears, but still not filling them with light.

RvUsa · 03-16-2008, 04:08 PM

I am willing to bet disnyrlz didn't cut holes for the ears, you probably just glued them on right? As you can see in this picture, my ears were pretty bright with just one 60w bulb.

If you need my instructions, they are here

DznyRulz · 03-16-2008, 09:29 PM

No, I cut holes for the ears, 4" holes as the small globes have the 4" wide lip. This way the ears would sit flush with the head.

Maybe it would be brighter if I use a 100 watt incandescent bulb instead of the smaller CFL. My globe is also bigger so the light has farther to travel to the ears. I'll have to play with it. I like BDR's suggestion though I wonder if the wires would stick out when illuminated from inside. It might be time for another trip to HD, quickly becoming a second home.

RvUsa · 03-16-2008, 09:43 PM

LOL, when I walk through the doors of HD, every yells "JOHN" at the same time.

My big globe is about 18" and with the type I have, the bulb is pretty close to the center of it. I only used a 60w incan. I would think that the cfl is probably your problem.

Hope you get it working.

John

ynottony99 · 03-16-2008, 11:36 PM

With the Y adapter I have 2 cpfls and it puts out a lot of light!! It is hard to tell in the photo, but the ears are just a little dimmer than the head. Has anyone used the color changing bulb? If so where did you get it?

BigDaddyRog · 03-17-2008, 08:18 AM

We saw the color changing bulbs when at the ft....very cool...not much for light....but a great disco/acid effect!!!

disbugsmomma · 03-24-2008, 01:04 AM

Well, I finally got pictures of the light lit up. I also had to work on my FIL's light post, so I also have a picture of his lit up.

My light, a little blurry...

Bradisgoofy's light...

ynottony99 · 03-24-2008, 07:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by disbugsmomma

Well, I finally got pictures of the light lit up. I also had to work on my FIL's light post, so I also have a picture of his lit up.

My light, a little blurry...

Bradisgoofy's light...

Those look great!!!! What kind of bulb did you use? I like how deep the green is.

BigDaddyRog · 03-24-2008, 08:35 AM

No kidding....great for DIS members!!!

RvUsa · 03-24-2008, 08:36 AM

I want 2 of those bulbs too.

Mmketeer · 03-24-2008, 02:14 PM

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Originally Posted by olbear

We just made ours today. Here are a couple pics.

Blessings,
Winnie and Fred

Wow, you're very talented with a paint brush!

lisa8200 · 03-24-2008, 03:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ynottony99

With the Y adapter I have 2 cpfls and it puts out a lot of light!! It is hard to tell in the photo, but the ears are just a little dimmer than the head. Has anyone used the color changing bulb? If so where did you get it?[IMG][/IMG]

We don't use a color changing bulb but, we use a stained glass bulb from wally world. it puts a variety of colors in the lampost.

You can see the ears in person, I don't know why they don't show up on film,,, I mean pictures. film is going to be like albums soon, if it's not already.

2goofycampers · 03-24-2008, 06:54 PM

we were looking at those stained glass bulbs at wal-mart a couple hours ago wondering how they would look...thanks.....they have GE party light bulbs in green and assorted colors, maybe they are in the green lit Mickey head here?

kc5grw · 03-24-2008, 07:01 PM

I found my color changing bulbs at Lowes. Like BDR said, they don't put out a lot of light, but I prefer it that way.

ynottony99 · 03-24-2008, 07:42 PM

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Originally Posted by kc5grw

I found my color changing bulbs at Lowes. Like BDR said, they don't put out a lot of light, but I prefer it that way.

Mine puts out more light than is needed, really more than it should our of regard for fellow campers I suppose. I am glad to know that Lowes has those color change bulb. I use my light at home all the time and need it to light up the yard. When I am at FW it can be time for the color changing or maybe the multi-color.

03-16-2008, 09:29 PM	#123
DznyRulz I owe, I owe, it's off to work I go . . . to finance our next Disney vacation. Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: NoVA Posts: 476	No, I cut holes for the ears, 4" holes as the small globes have the 4" wide lip. This way the ears would sit flush with the head. Maybe it would be brighter if I use a 100 watt incandescent bulb instead of the smaller CFL. My globe is also bigger so the light has farther to travel to the ears. I'll have to play with it. I like BDR's suggestion though I wonder if the wires would stick out when illuminated from inside. It might be time for another trip to HD, quickly becoming a second home. __________________ Chris & Michele

03-16-2008, 11:36 PM	#125
ynottony99 Ask me about the Mickey Waffles!!!!!!! Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: St.Pete, FL Posts: 3,348	With the Y adapter I have 2 cpfls and it puts out a lot of light!! It is hard to tell in the photo, but the ears are just a little dimmer than the head. Has anyone used the color changing bulb? If so where did you get it? __________________ *Tony*

03-17-2008, 08:18 AM	#126
BigDaddyRog Ask me about my cartoon pitch I'm all Disney'd up feeling innocent and pure Cut up and act like a clown while ya gotta chance to embarrass those that are forced to love you. Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Mandeville, LA....30 miles north of New Orleans Posts: 7,141	We saw the color changing bulbs when at the ft....very cool...not much for light....but a great disco/acid effect!!! __________________ click & become a fan of Fort Fiends Dream Cruise on FACEBOOK

03-24-2008, 01:04 AM	#127
disbugsmomma Mouseketeer Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Michigan Posts: 173	Well, I finally got pictures of the light lit up. I also had to work on my FIL's light post, so I also have a picture of his lit up. My light, a little blurry... Bradisgoofy's light... __________________ Offsite ~ 1988ASMusic ~ 1999FW Campground ~ 2001Boardwalk ~ 2004FW Campground ~ 2005Boardwalk ~ 2006FW Campground ~ 2007FW Campground ~ 2008SSR ~ 2008 mnsshp Beach Club ~ 2009Boardwalk ~ 2010Boardwalk ~ 2011POP ~ 2011POP/Dream/BLT ~ 2012*BLT ~ 2013 Me Dh Dd Dd

03-24-2008, 08:35 AM	#129
BigDaddyRog Ask me about my cartoon pitch I'm all Disney'd up feeling innocent and pure Cut up and act like a clown while ya gotta chance to embarrass those that are forced to love you. Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Mandeville, LA....30 miles north of New Orleans Posts: 7,141	No kidding....great for DIS members!!! __________________ click & become a fan of Fort Fiends Dream Cruise on FACEBOOK

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03-16-2008, 04:08 PM	#122
RvUsa John, the special Dis'r formerly known as Ejmbibb What can I say, my thingy is contagious!!! I can even be a fairy if I want Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Darlington, Pa Posts: 3,540	I am willing to bet disnyrlz didn't cut holes for the ears, you probably just glued them on right? As you can see in this picture, my ears were pretty bright with just one 60w bulb. If you need my instructions, they are here

03-16-2008, 09:43 PM	#124
RvUsa John, the special Dis'r formerly known as Ejmbibb What can I say, my thingy is contagious!!! I can even be a fairy if I want Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Darlington, Pa Posts: 3,540	LOL, when I walk through the doors of HD, every yells "JOHN" at the same time. My big globe is about 18" and with the type I have, the bulb is pretty close to the center of it. I only used a 60w incan. I would think that the cfl is probably your problem. Hope you get it working. John

03-24-2008, 08:36 AM	#130
RvUsa John, the special Dis'r formerly known as Ejmbibb What can I say, my thingy is contagious!!! I can even be a fairy if I want Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Darlington, Pa Posts: 3,540	I want 2 of those bulbs too.

03-24-2008, 06:54 PM	#133
2goofycampers Sounds like something a camping trip could cure Enjoy the beer and wine you will love it Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: USA Posts: 12,166	we were looking at those stained glass bulbs at wal-mart a couple hours ago wondering how they would look...thanks.....they have GE party light bulbs in green and assorted colors, maybe they are in the green lit Mickey head here? __________________ Denise

03-24-2008, 07:01 PM	#134
kc5grw Musket Mickey's Motoring Maniac #1 Join Date: May 2003 Location: Mesquite, TX Posts: 1,220	I found my color changing bulbs at Lowes. Like BDR said, they don't put out a lot of light, but I prefer it that way.

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