Comparing Optronics Replacement Trailer Light Bulbs 1157 and 2057

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What is the difference between replacement bulb 1157 and 2057?

asked by: Craig

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The Optronics replacement bulb, # A1157B (or 1157) are dual filament bulbs. The double-filament design works for combination brake, tail and turn lights. You can also use # ARC85FR for a LED upgrade.

The 2057 bulb that comes in some light fixtures is not as bright as the 157 bulb.

expert reply by: Michael H

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I do have options for you but there would be no way for me to know what type of light bulbs your trailer lights use. For trailer lights there are generally two types which are bayonet or push-in. Most taillights use a 1156 or 1157 bulb like part…

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The Peterson Trailer Tail Light #V457L that you referenced is designed to ground through the mounting hardware which means that a bolt runs through the base which is attached to the ground circuit of the light and when it contacts the metal frame of…

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194 and 168 bulbs are interchangeable but in general the 168 is brighter. So the #A194B will work as a replacement for your 168.

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My suspicion is that you have a poor ground connection somewhere on your trailer. The fact that everything works fine until the running lights are turned on is the dead giveaway. When the tail lights are turned on, the trailer lighting is drawing…

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In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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The OEM prep package consists of 4 "pucks" in the bed of the truck that will allow you to drop in puck style hitches for easy installation and removal, that gives you a completely clear bed when not in use. The B&W Companion OEM 5th…

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