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ShakingHorizons
09-22-2016, 04:27 PM
In this - http://www.autopia.org/forums/car-detailing-product-discussion/185838-swirl-finder.html - multiple light sources were discussed. I am trying to narrow down my purchase and am asking the help of the forum.
The "Cheap Route" is option #1
Nightstick MT-120 Mini-TAC Metal LED Flashlight-2 AA, 5.6-Inch
https://www.amazon.com/Nightstick-MT-120-Mini-TAC-Flashlight-2-5-6-Inch/dp/B00LHSZA4U
Astro Pneumatic Tool 50SL Sunlight 400 lm CRI 97 Rechargeable Handheld Color Match Light
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01CHP76CU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_t9e4xbVNNF8JB
$62.82 shipped (I have $20 in Amazon Bucks)
Or Option #2 -
Scangrip Sunmatch Light and Matchpen Light Kit
Scangrip Sunmatch Light and Matchpen Light Kit | Free Shipping Available - Detailed Image (http://www.detailedimage.com/Scangrip-M81/Sunmatch-Light-and-Matchpen-Light-Kit-P1333/)
$110
Raymoche
09-22-2016, 04:40 PM
I stand by my original suggestion. 26 dollars if you have prime.
ShakingHorizons
09-22-2016, 09:15 PM
I have Prime, my bad for not including that in the original post.
Raymoche
09-23-2016, 06:49 AM
I would get the iyp365 (Nichia 219 series LED) since its 125 lumens + 93 cri, and astro for around 73 bucks. (with your $20 amazon bucks)
edit: here are some review of the light I keep talking about but no one acknowledges as if its some sort of lie...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j91SsiZaMyY
Review: Lumintop IYP365 (http://www.candlepowerforums.com/vb/showthread.php?421084-Review-Lumintop-IYP365)
Lumintop IYP365 (http://www.candlepowerforums.com/vb/showthread.php?420812-Lumintop-IYP365)
It is a very high quality light for the price, and definitely better than anything that`s been listed as a penlight in your previous thread, including that nightstick.
I carry this light on me 365 days a year, and only remove it during leap years. I use it for quick inspection of cars, swirl finding and my general purpose flashlight.
Mike lambert
09-23-2016, 06:56 AM
Look a Jasper -Ecotek before you buy. The long light bar will make you cry!
ShakingHorizons
09-23-2016, 08:50 AM
Look a Jasper -Ecotek before you buy. The long light bar will make you cry!
I know that we have talked about this light previously, but I don`t recall where they are available to purchase.........
Raymoche
09-23-2016, 09:16 AM
is this it?
Jasper-EcoTech LED Flex Light - Jasper-EcoTech (http://jasperecotech.com/jasper-ecotech-led-flex-light/)
Accumulator
09-23-2016, 12:58 PM
Shaking Horizons- I apologize for this less-than-swell opinion, but IME you simply have to see for yourself what works for you. Some of the recommendations/slams that are Gospel Truth for others simply didn`t work out that way for me.
That said, I`ll be interested to hear what you decide to go with and how it works for you.
ShakingHorizons
09-27-2016, 01:39 PM
Little bump - poll closes on Sunday.
The Driver
09-27-2016, 02:06 PM
I stick by scangrip; I`ve dropped, kicked, sprayed and greased those lights and they run great to this day.
I also have this for correction.
https://www.fenixlighting.com/product/hp12-fenix-headlamp/
IMO ~ The best bang for the buck anywhere!
Mike lambert
09-27-2016, 03:50 PM
Yes that is the one
WaxAddict
09-27-2016, 09:02 PM
I carry this light on me 365 days a year, and only remove it during leap years.
:thought::thought:
Accumulator
09-28-2016, 01:43 PM
You HP12 users running it at the full 900(!) lumens? Even my lower-output lights can be too bright for light metallics...at least to my eyes.
Sure not slamming it, might even pick one up for some non-detailing stuff if it`s really All That.