wassup wit da brinkman

glfahlc1 said:
i'm a pretty hands on guy so i think i'll take mine apart and see if i can change it to plug in only
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Looks like a trace in the charging circuit fried on mine. If going to make it wired only, really only need to unsolder the green and yellow wires from the board and run them to your 6V source. They wired the bulbs and the switches in a loop.
 
JohnZ3MC said:
These guys in the UK are clever and resourceful. Here's a link how they made their own version of a SunGun and from what I can figure, it's like a UK version of a Brinkman.

The Ultimate Home-Made swirl spotting torch - Detailing World

Not that difficult, so much so that even I could give it a try and I'm a bit of a klutz.
I'm thinking garage and yard sales would have quite a few of the older 12 volt drills, batteries and chargers at very reasonable prices.
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i have researched all the parts i needed to make this and will be making my own sun gun soon. researched all the parts and can make it for about 75.00...kewl
 
Concours.John said:
Since the LED version was brought up. Has anyone tried rechargeables in it? I'm afraid the IRS will question my deduction on batteries at the rate it goes through them:).
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John,

I started using rechargeable NiCad's in it then remove the battery pack once I'm through.

Initially I was so disappointed with this light I tossed it in the trash about a month after buying it because once I started having issues I did a bit of research and discovered I was only one of many.

The light is very inconsistant and not very bright unless the batteries are fully charged...I'm thinking I might make one using the article over on Detailing World....
 
BobbyG said:
John,

I started using rechargeable NiCad's in it then remove the battery pack once I'm through.

Initially I was so disappointed with this light I tossed it in the trash about a month after buying it because once I started having issues I did a bit of research and discovered I was only one of many.

The light is very inconsistant and not very bright unless the batteries are fully charged...I'm thinking I might make one using the article over on Detailing World....
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I can agree. I was at Lowes looking at some of their outdoor LED floodlights. They have a tri-head $139 1900 lumens I'm thinking of two on my halogen stand. There was also a 1500 lumens on sale for $75 ea. Two would seem sufficient for the price of the preceeding.
 
Decided to read this thread and that reminded me that I had not used mine since October. Just checked and it's got a very good charge. I have the double Xenon purchased last summer.
 
I purchased a Brinkmann 800-3080-0 last week from Big Lots last week for $10.
It uses 6 AA batteries. I purchased some rechargeable batteries and a charger so I am not buying new batteries every month. The main reason I went this route was to ensure I would have the lighting I need when I need it. Im not sue if it is as bright as the maxfire, however it seems to serve its purpose well. I have wondered if the xenon replacement bulbs would fit this unit for more light but have not taken the time to call Brinkmann up yet to inquire. I should note that this light does not have the option to use only 1 bulb instead of two. Also the is no lock for the trigger so you have to hold it down when you want light.

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Before people throw their Brinkmanns out, it might be a good idea to try replacing the battery - here's another thread from those resourceful chaps over at Detailing World showing how to do it (by Dom of Dodo Juice, no less): Brinkmann Battery Transplant
 
I'm running out of patience in my search for an inspection light. I just received two versions of this light - the larger output version being 180 lumens and the other half that output at 90 and neither one impresses me. I also purchased the HD high out halogens are they are less then ideal as well, not to mention incredibly hot. It's difficult if not impossible to correct imperfections if you cannot see them; and for better or worse, I have white and silver cars. Even on my kids car that is red, it's next to impossible to see problem areas even though I know they exist. (car is 7 years old) My car is the white one and the only time I can actually spot and swirls is high noon on a cloudless day. Granted, there isn't much to see (haha) but it's frustrating nonetheless. As you would guess my cars are well maintained but there is always staining, bird bombs and other such things that I want to make sure gets fully corrected. I've heard good and bad about the Brinkman though I haven't personally tried it. Can you help??

72 LED Rechargeable Trouble Light-L-1925 at The Home Depot
 
I've found I most like a Coleman 78 lumen LED headlamp I found at WalMart. It has adjustable output and runs off of AAAs. I still use halogens, Brinkmann, and overheads but the headlamp allows me to have light just where I need it and shows off the finish very well.
 
addysdaddy said:
I'm running out of patience in my search for an inspection light. I just received two versions of this light - the larger output version being 180 lumens and the other half that output at 90 and neither one impresses me. I also purchased the HD high out halogens are they are less then ideal as well, not to mention incredibly hot. It's difficult if not impossible to correct imperfections if you cannot see them; and for better or worse, I have white and silver cars. Even on my kids car that is red, it's next to impossible to see problem areas even though I know they exist. (car is 7 years old) My car is the white one and the only time I can actually spot and swirls is high noon on a cloudless day. Granted, there isn't much to see (haha) but it's frustrating nonetheless. As you would guess my cars are well maintained but there is always staining, bird bombs and other such things that I want to make sure gets fully corrected. I've heard good and bad about the Brinkman though I haven't personally tried it. Can you help??

72 LED Rechargeable Trouble Light-L-1925 at The Home Depot
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if you look up my post on making my own sun gun you'll see how i made an inspection light with a 12v drill and a 50w halogen light producing 860 lumens
 
addysdaddy said:
I'm running out of patience in my search for an inspection light. I just received two versions of this light - the larger output version being 180 lumens and the other half that output at 90 and neither one impresses me. I also purchased the HD high out halogens are they are less then ideal as well, not to mention incredibly hot. It's difficult if not impossible to correct imperfections if you cannot see them; and for better or worse, I have white and silver cars. Even on my kids car that is red, it's next to impossible to see problem areas even though I know they exist. (car is 7 years old) My car is the white one and the only time I can actually spot and swirls is high noon on a cloudless day. Granted, there isn't much to see (haha) but it's frustrating nonetheless. As you would guess my cars are well maintained but there is always staining, bird bombs and other such things that I want to make sure gets fully corrected. I've heard good and bad about the Brinkman though I haven't personally tried it. Can you help??

72 LED Rechargeable Trouble Light-L-1925 at The Home Depot
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I've found that you get better results with a light with just one or two bulbs versus those multiple-LED type lights. You also don't want too bright a light - too much light can wash out the swirls and other defects and make them difficult to see.
 
And my saga continues. Returned both the 72 & 36 LED work lights I got from HD and purchased an old school shop light that holds one incandescent bulb. Inserted a Revel 60 watt daylight balanced bulb and turned off all the lights in the garage; and for love or money, I cannot see any imperfections in any of the three cars-which is simply not possible. I've tried numerous angles of view and pointing the light in all directions but I cannot see anything. Moved the light from close to far and still nothing. I give up!!
 
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