Would this be good for lighting?

[klumzypinoy]

Craftsman 52 watt Fluorescent Work Light - Model 83897 at Sears.com (http://www.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_12605_03483897000P?vName=Tools&keyword=work+light)

I've been looking at this light. I need something that won't run hot, and also an efficient light that will help me see the paint defects and the polish break down stages. Would these be efficient for my needs?

[alban61]

These would be a lot better, and actually cheaper
Craftsman 1000 watt Tripod Light with Portable Stand - Model WL500DPT-S at Sears.com (http://www.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_12605_03473825000P?keyword=halogen+work+li ght&vName=Tools&cName=Electrical+Shop&sName=Work+Lights)
I have this one. Given to me for Christmas.
Craftsman 500 watt Tripod Light with Portable Stand - Model WL500SPT-S at Sears.com (http://www.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_12605_03473826000P?keyword=halogen+work+li ght&vName=Tools&cName=Electrical+Shop&sName=Work+Lights)

[Reddwarf]

Alban, don't those get really hot?

[klumzypinoy]

These would be a lot better, and actually cheaper
Craftsman 1000 watt Tripod Light with Portable Stand - Model WL500DPT-S at Sears.com (http://www.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_12605_03473825000P?keyword=halogen+work+li ght&vName=Tools&cName=Electrical+Shop&sName=Work+Lights)
I have this one. Given to me for Christmas.
Craftsman 500 watt Tripod Light with Portable Stand - Model WL500SPT-S at Sears.com (http://www.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_12605_03473826000P?keyword=halogen+work+li ght&vName=Tools&cName=Electrical+Shop&sName=Work+Lights)

I was actually looking at those! When I looked at the reviews, people kept complaining about some part breaking. So, has those lights been ok for you?

[Nica]

These would be a lot better, and actually cheaper
Craftsman 1000 watt Tripod Light with Portable Stand - Model WL500DPT-S at Sears.com (http://www.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_12605_03473825000P?keyword=halogen+work+li ght&vName=Tools&cName=Electrical+Shop&sName=Work+Lights)
I have this one. Given to me for Christmas.
Craftsman 500 watt Tripod Light with Portable Stand - Model WL500SPT-S at Sears.com (http://www.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_12605_03473826000P?keyword=halogen+work+li ght&vName=Tools&cName=Electrical+Shop&sName=Work+Lights)

:iagree: I have both of these my self and I still use them, they are great lights. Oh and yes they do get hot but still does the job. That's just my $0.02.

[klumzypinoy]

Hmm maybe I should get those lights...but does anybody use fluorescent lights? I want a light that doesn't get hot, especially in the garage I'm working in and the weather, it's SO HOT :(.

[GrinchGreen]

Trying looking at this one. Could come in very handy at multiple tasks.

50FT EXTENSION CORD ON REEL W/600W HALOGEN WORKLIGHT - (eBay item 150156514749 end time Sep-06-07 10:43:39 PDT) (http://cgi.ebay.com/50FT-EXTENSION-CORD-ON-REEL-W-600W-HALOGEN-WORKLIGHT_W0QQitemZ150156514749QQcmdZViewItem?hash =item150156514749)

[klumzypinoy]

I need a cord reel :(

[pirex]

I would go for the lights Alban showed you! They get a bit hot, but workes great. Its soon getting colder, then they will help you to keep the garage warm ;) Good thinking, huh? A bone :P

[klumzypinoy]

I would go for the lights Alban showed you! They get a bit hot, but workes great. Its soon getting colder, then they will help you to keep the garage warm ;) Good thinking, huh? A bone :P

Thanks KT hahah yeah they will help in the colder months, which is still far away :(

[pirex]

Its is? its cool like freaking north pole here :p

[klumzypinoy]

You're lucky!! I'm hot here :(

[alban61]

Klumzy and Reddwarf: Looks like everyone else has answered your questions. I have the single light on a tripod. I hear they should be placed about 6 to 10 feet away from the car, not just because of the heat, but also they show the swirls the best at that distance. Someone correct me if I'm wrong.
I haven't used mine yet! LOL It's still in the box. I'll use it when I do my mother-in-law's and brother-in-law's vehicles. I have the Brinkmann too and haven't used it yet! LOL

[sparkie]

I got mine from wal-mart I think! Or was it lowes? They are yellow with two 500w lights on a tripod for around 30 or 40 bucks years ago.
They look about like the ones alban posted.

[klumzypinoy]

Hmm I have a handheld fluorescent light at home...I'm gonna experiment some day to see if they show swirls well or not.