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Colin,

Four points...

1. The bulb/holder assembly must dissipate its heat somewhere.  So, if the
unit is in my wingtip, that's where the heat eventually goes.  The holder
assy may be fine for the temperatures it generates but I'm afraid that the
underlying structure, eglass/carbon epoxy, can't take it as a heat sink.

2. Narrow is a relative term :)  I agree that a pencil thin beam is too
thin.  This is why I've been using the GE 4509 as a reference point: I
personally like its beam spread.

3. Critters abound in North Western New Jersey, mostly deer and in herds of
20!  I REALLY appreciate your comment here!

4. I also agree that a relatively diffuse focus is best for taxi and
recognition purposes, turning corners ect.  The better "driving lights" seem
great for this purpose.


Ed McCauley
Lancair IV-P
Milford, NJ


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