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Old 03-01-2004, 03:39 PM   #169 (permalink)
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Yes, you can overdrive the bulbs in a plastic canopy, but there will definitely be some additional heat. It could possibly be enough to melt the plastic so I would install a fan to draw out some of the heat (which will also help extend the life of the bulbs).
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