I have recently had a thread on my awning light...a Ring Ultra. After removing the front opaque cover I discovered that one of the bulbs had not blown but that the bulb socket (on both) and the spade connector terminals were all corroded being made from a ferrous metal. I did not waste time trying to remove the bulb as it would only have broken during removal. Given the sorry state of this unit which is only 3 yaers old I will buy a new one.
I never cease to be amazed at the poor quality of some van fittings which are clearly not fit for purpose, yet manufacturers will fit them to keep costs down. Yet for a couple of pounds more Ring could easily have produced a light that would last a lot longer. My 1990 BMW E30 still has some of its original rear bulbs in place and no corrosion on the fittings. If anyone knows of a good qualty awning light I'd be pleased to know.
I never cease to be amazed at the poor quality of some van fittings which are clearly not fit for purpose, yet manufacturers will fit them to keep costs down. Yet for a couple of pounds more Ring could easily have produced a light that would last a lot longer. My 1990 BMW E30 still has some of its original rear bulbs in place and no corrosion on the fittings. If anyone knows of a good qualty awning light I'd be pleased to know.