$20 modification for non-smokers

[QQ007]

I found this rechargable flashlight to replace the boring cigarette lighter. When it is not in use (being charged), it emits a red glow that is very cool.

You can find it in many online stores including Amazon. ([ame="http://www.amazon.com/Spotlight-WGSLSPOTBLAK-Rechargeable-Flashlight-Black/dp/B001BDJVYQ/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=hi&qid=1261178478&sr=8-1"]link[/ame])

 

[ASHDUMP]

Sweet!

 

[woodsfortysix]

I really like the idea - can the sliding door close when the light is charging?

Thanks...

 

[QQ007]

Yes. The sliding door can completely closed when it is charging. Now this flashlight is one of my "Geneisis Tour" highlight when I show my car to friends and co-workers. The moment I open the slide door, they will say "Wow! What is that?"

 

[woodsfortysix]

Thanks...

 

[IndianaDave]

Nice conversation piece!

 

[OBCT]

ooooooh. Ordered! :O

 

[Pahaska]

I ordered one. Now, I can put the one I have in the driver's door pocket back in my truck. It slides and hits with a bang if I accelerate or brake quickly.

 

[Disaster]

Deal Extreme is a great place to buy cheap gadgets like that, though I don't think this one glows when charging.

http://dealextreme.com/details.dx/sku.28548

 

[Seattle Genesis]

This one works fine also...

[ame="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000P6WN68/ref=oss_T15_product"]Amazon.com: Coast Cutlery LL7575 Auto LED Light: Automotive[/ame]

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[STREETS]

It fits with the cover slid shut? Blue light illuminates? Looks good- despite other complaining about the fit. Assume it fits snuggly?

 

[Pahaska]

Mine fit great with the removable end contact in place. The cover closes just fine.

I used the light last night when leaving the New Year's party. It gives an amazing amount of light for something that small.

 

[mongo]

I found this rechargable flashlight to replace the boring cigarette lighter. When it is not in use (being charged), it emits a red glow that is very cool.

Don't tell them it's a flashlight...tell then that the glow is coming from inside of the Genesis' 1.21 gigawatt flux capacitor!

 

[PartyMixer]

Once again, Forum Members help out....... I just received my order of the flashlight (like the one in the pic from QQ007 above) and it works great. Glows red, which adds a real interesting contrast to all the blue at night in the car when the ashtray is slid open.

Ashtray door operates just fine when this is plugged in and the light itself is pretty powerful....

Thanks for the hint.

 

[ellsworth007]

I went to local Fred Meyers - they had led 12volt ( skull, heart or a frog ) that goes in where the lighter goes ...they were around 6 bucks . I don't know if they ashtray would still close once in place. I got the frog one just in case

 

[woody9340]

I Just ordered one of the flashlights myself since I'm a non smoker. I'm looking forward to seeing how it works.

 

[Ernie3647]

This was brought to my attention guys.

http://www.dealextreme.com/p/car-ci...0-lumen-mini-led-flashlight-grey-dc-12v-34928

Best bang for the buck yet.
I have it and it works great looks cool and fits nicely even with the door closed.

 

[scottdk]

This was brought to my attention guys.

http://www.dealextreme.com/p/car-ci...0-lumen-mini-led-flashlight-grey-dc-12v-34928

Best bang for the buck yet.
I have it and it works great looks cool and fits nicely even with the door closed.

Thanks just ordered 2 of them.... 1 for the Genesis and one for the wifes car.

 

[ProNoob]

I purchased the [ame="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000P6WN68/?tag=5336121763-20"]Coast 7575 Rechargeable Flashlight Auto LED[/ame] recommended by Seattle Genesis earlier in this thread and found it did not fit my 2010 3.8 Sedan. It's very nicely machined, looks great, and has a nice weight that makes it feel substantial.

Unfortunately, it fits loosely into the cigarette lighter and doesn't make electrical contact. Consequently, the flashlight doesn't charge.

I found it does charge in the power outlet inside the center console near the USB port, but it does not charge in the cigarette lighter.

 

[calbear88]

Just wondering, is it safe to use the cigarette lighter to charge a phone or gps? Any difference compared to the plug in the glove compartment?