4157 in 3157 socket?

[95escahoe]

Is it ok to use a non LED 4157 in a 3157 socket? I need 3157 in amber but can only find the clear 3157 bulbs locally I found some 4157 amber bulbs on the package it says you can use them in a 3157 socket, just making sure it would cause any issues if it will I found the bulbs on Amazon


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[iamdub]

The 4157 is the same bulb other than it uses Krypton as it's inert gas on the inside. This is supposed to extend the life of the bulb. Used as a DRL or running light or any light that is on for extended periods of time, you'd wanna opt for the 4157. Sometimes it will have a "K" at the end of the part number. An "A" would be found if the bulb was amber.

 

[95escahoe]

The 4157 is the same bulb other than it uses Krypton as it's inert gas on the inside. This is supposed to extend the life of the bulb. Used as a DRL or running light or any light that is on for extended periods of time, you'd wanna opt for the 4157. Sometimes it will have a "K" at the end of the part number. An "A" would be found if the bulb was amber.

Thanks ya it's the front turn signal/running light so I guess it's ok then, wasn't sure cause people in the auto parts stores aren't the sharpest


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[iamdub]

A 4157 is actually more ideal for that use. Maybe they're phasing out the 3157? I know what you mean about the people at the parts stores. You don't need to be a car person at all to work there. Just be trainable on how to enter info and look for a number. I have the best luck at the O'reilly's around me. There's always at least one person there that knows what's up and they tend to chime in when they overhear a lesser-experienced coworker fumbling over a customer's request. Napa's almost always a sure shot for competence, but their prices are as high as giraffe *****. I go there when I need an oddball part and need it ASAP.

 

[95escahoe]

A 4157 is actually more ideal for that use. Maybe they're phasing out the 3157? I know what you mean about the people at the parts stores. You don't need to be a car person at all to work there. Just be trainable on how to enter info and look for a number. I have the best luck at the O'reilly's around me. There's always at least one person there that knows what's up and they tend to chime in when they overhear a lesser-experienced coworker fumbling over a customer's request. Napa's almost always a sure shot for competence, but their prices are as high as giraffe *****. I go there when I need an oddball part and need it ASAP.

Idk maybe because the only spots they had were the clear 3157 I read all the labels to make sure the ones on Amazon were 3157/4157 these were just 4157 with some small lettering listing the only types you can use it with, ya Napa is pretty good I usually get my parts off Amazon and just get oil or bulbs etc. locally


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[BADRIDES]

4157 is fine