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Old 09-08-2006, 03:30 PM   #1
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How can you tell if a MH needs to be replaced?
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Old 09-08-2006, 05:28 PM   #2
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The bulb? Yes. Some bulbs will last longer than others, Most 10K bulbs last about a year, most 14-20K bulbs should be replaced every 9 months.

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rule 9m to a year and when you change you'll see your coral smile!
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Old 09-08-2006, 09:18 PM   #4
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the colour will tend to shift. if it does not quite look good to you anymore than change them.

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