How To Remove Light Cover To Replace Screw

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I have this light as an exterior porch light. One side has pulled off, just need a slightly bigger screw. How can I take this apart without breaking it or damaging my trailer?

asked by: Tony B

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Expert Reply:

Inserting a flathead screwdriver in those cutouts and applying pressure should allow you to pop off the cover of the light. From there you will be able to see the mounting holes and replace the screw. If this is an Optronics Opti-Brite like # ILL70CBSBAWN the mounting hole diameter is 3/16".

expert reply by: Robin H

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Answer 1

Hello again Mark, Great question. Since you’re working with the Opti-Brite LED Strip Light w/ Switch for RV Awnings - Weatherproof - Black Housing - 11" Long #ILL70CBSBAWN and need to fit everything back through that small hole, I’d avoid the…

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Answer 2

There are many 12V LED lights which are available for the inside of a cargo trailer. The thing about LED lights, however, is that you are never going to have to pull a light out of the socket and replace it with a new one. For example, the Optronics…

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Answer 3

If you grab light #ILL70CBSBAWN and hold the base with one hand you can pivot the light part up, almost like it is hinged. The gasket has an adhesive on it that makes it seem like the 2 parts are all one piece but they aren't. I tested this out…

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Answer 4

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Answer 5

Hi Paul, you’re definitely on the right track here, and I can help you narrow this down with confidence. With your tandem 3,500 lb Dexter axles and 33 inch spacing, both the Dexter EZ Flex part #K71-652-00 and the Lippert Road Armor part #LC53CK are…

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Answer 6

We do carry the lens for the Gustafson 12V RV Porch Light #277-000485 you were looking at with part #291-000002. I was able to find a dimensional drawing of the lens for your current light but I do have the measurements for the lens (pictured below).…

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Answer 7

Hi Bill! You will need to completely replace the system since you have old Dometic R410a units on your Monaco. Everything switched to R32 refrigerant following new EPA regulations in 2025, and the new systems are not backwards compatible. For a…

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