The work continues under the strict rule that I must resist the temptation to immerse myself in MG mechanical bliss before 2:00 PM. This time, I am committed to staying focused on my work until my self-imposed cutoff time of 2:00 PM in the afternoon.
So, the "Must Do" tasks are well underway. I have fixed the backup lights, which involved two minor issues and one significant challenge.
The reasons the backup lights were not working were straightforward: the passenger-side bulb was missing entirely, and the driver's-side bulb was unplugged. Plugging in the driver's-side bulb solved half the problem, making the backup lights work. However, finding a replacement bulb for the passenger side proved more difficult than expected.
I visited several stores—Napa, Bensons, Canadian Tire, and even the Sports Car Factory—searching for the specific longer mini-light bulb, but to no avail. It seems most manufacturers have discontinued these bulbs. I did find a 578 LED bulb at Canadian Tire but wanted to stick with the original. When I returned to buy the LED 578, it was sold out.
On my way home, I remembered a lesser-known auto parts store in town. To my surprise, they had a set of the bulbs I needed. I ordered an additional set from their warehouse. To my delight, the brake lights now work perfectly.
That is one of four issues completed. The other three are in progress. Stay Tuned!
