1979 Triumph Spitfire Electrical Bulb & Socket Parts

Engine:
1.5L L4

The 1979 Triumph Spitfire has 80 electrical bulb & socket parts with verified fitment on this page — 9 part types and 9 brands, covering the 1.5L L4 engine. Each part includes a manufacturer part number and application notes.

The bulb and socket system on the 1979 Triumph Spitfire covers every bulb and socket on the vehicle, from headlamps to instrument-cluster illumination. The largest groups are Turn Signal Lamp Bulb (17 parts), Back Up / Reverse Lamp Bulb (10 parts) and Brake Light Bulb (10 parts). The other 6 part types cover the remaining 43 parts.

Back Up / Reverse Lamp Bulb

Extended Life

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
HELLA 1156LL
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
IncandescentSocket Type Bulb: BA15S
Fitment notes — HELLA 1156LL
IncandescentSocket Type Bulb: BA15SLong Life
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PHILIPS 1156LL
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Longer Life
Fitment notes — PHILIPS 1156LL
Longer Life
with Bulb 1156
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SYLVANIA 1156LL
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Long LifeBase Type: BA15S
Fitment notes — SYLVANIA 1156LL
Long LifeBase Type: BA15SWattage: 26.90 W
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WAGNER 1156LL
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Long LifeSingle Contact Bayonet Base
Fitment notes — WAGNER 1156LL
Long LifeSingle Contact Bayonet Base26.880 Watt
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Extra Bright (improved visibility, but shorter life)

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
SYLVANIA 1156ST
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Cool WhiteColor Temperature: 3200 KV
Fitment notes — SYLVANIA 1156ST
Cool WhiteColor Temperature: 3200 KVSilver StarBase Type: BA15SWattage: 26.90 W
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LED (instant-on, long life, energy-saving)

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
DORMAN 1156WSMD
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Bulb Type 11563.6 Watt
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WAGNER 1156WLED
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
LEDWhite
Fitment notes — WAGNER 1156WLED
LEDWhiteLED
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Standard Replacement

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
HELLA Popular 1156
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Brightness: 32.0 CPIncandescent
Fitment notes — HELLA 1156
Brightness: 32.0 CPIncandescentSocket Type Bulb: BA15S
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WAGNER Popular 1156
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Single Contact Bayonet Base26.880 Watt
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SYLVANIA 1156
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Base Type: BA15SWattage: 26.90 W
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This table covers the bulbs in the reverse lamps. Typical signs include a dark lamp, flicker, or a bulb that keeps failing in one socket. If the same position keeps failing, replace the socket or repair the ground rather than chasing bulbs.

Brake Light Bulb

Extended Life

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
SYLVANIA 1157LL
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Long LifeBase Type: BAY15D
Fitment notes — SYLVANIA 1157LL
Long LifeBase Type: BAY15DWattage: 26.90 W
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WAGNER 1157LL
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Long LifeDouble Contact Index Base
Fitment notes — WAGNER 1157LL
Long LifeDouble Contact Index Base26.880 WattSecondary Wattage: 8.260 Watt
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Extra Bright (improved visibility, but shorter life)

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
SYLVANIA 1157ST
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Silver StarCool White
Fitment notes — SYLVANIA 1157ST
Silver StarCool WhiteColor Temperature: 3200 KVBase Type: BAY15DWattage: 26.90 W
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LED (instant-on, long life, energy-saving)

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
SYLVANIA 1157SL
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
LED
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SYLVANIA 1157RSL
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
LED
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SYLVANIA 1157LED
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
ZEVO
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WAGNER 1157LEDW
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
LED
Fitment notes — WAGNER 1157LEDW
LED
LED BULB
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Standard Replacement

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
SYLVANIA Popular 1157
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Base Type: BAY15DWattage: 26.90 W
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WAGNER Popular 1157
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Double Contact Index Base26.880 Watt
Fitment notes — WAGNER 1157
Double Contact Index Base26.880 WattSecondary Wattage: 8.260 Watt
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HELLA 1157
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Incandescent27/8W
Fitment notes — HELLA 1157
Incandescent27/8WSocket Type Bulb: BAY15D or BA9S
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This table covers the bulbs in the stop lamps. Typical signs include a dark lamp, flicker, or a bulb that keeps failing in one socket. If the same position keeps failing, replace the socket or repair the ground rather than chasing bulbs.

Headlamp Bulb

Extra Bright (improved visibility, but shorter life)

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
SYLVANIA H6024XV
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Xtra VisionColor Temperature: 3200 KV
Fitment notes — SYLVANIA H6024XV
Xtra VisionColor Temperature: 3200 KVBase Type: A3Wattage: 35.00 W7" Diameter
High Beam and Low Beam
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SYLVANIA H6024ST
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Silver StarColor Temperature: 4000 KV
Fitment notes — SYLVANIA H6024ST
Silver StarColor Temperature: 4000 KVBase Type: A3Wattage: 35.00 W7" Diameter
High Beam and Low Beam
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WAGNER H6024BL
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Up To 20% More Light
Fitment notes — WAGNER H6024BL
Up To 20% More Light
High Beam and Low BeamHalogenSealed Beam Type
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Standard Replacement

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
WAGNER Popular H6024
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
High Beam and Low BeamHalogen
Fitment notes — WAGNER H6024
High Beam and Low BeamHalogenSealed Beam Type
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SYLVANIA H6024
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Base Type: PAR56Wattage: 40.00 W
Fitment notes — SYLVANIA H6024
Base Type: PAR56Wattage: 40.00 W7" Diameter
High Beam and Low Beam
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This table covers the bulbs that light the headlamps. Typical signs include a dark lamp, a flicker over bumps, or a bulb that keeps failing on one side. Avoid touching a halogen capsule. Repeated failure in one socket is usually the socket or ground, not the bulb.

Headlamp Socket

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
DORMAN Popular 85810
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
3-Wire/Terminal Seal Beam Lamp 4002 & 4005 Bulb
Fitment notes — DORMAN 85810
3-Wire/Terminal Seal Beam Lamp 4002 & 4005 Bulb
High/Low Beam
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DORMAN Popular 84790
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
High Temperature Socket
Fitment notes — DORMAN 84790
High Temperature Socket
Bulb 4000, 4652, 4656, 5006, 6014, 6015, 6024, 6052, 6054, or 9003
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ACDELCO LS144
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Gold
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DORMAN 645998
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Bulb 4000, 4652, 4656, 5006, 6014, 6015, 6024, 6052, 6054, or 9003High Temperature Harness
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DORMAN 90801
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Ceramic SocketHigh/Low Beam
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STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS HP3950
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Handy PackBlack
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STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS S526
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Black
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UNITED MOTOR PRODUCTS CON70
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
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WELLS 6S1004
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Connector Shape: RectangularWiring Harness Length: 12.19 In
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This table covers the sockets that hold a headlamp bulb in the housing. Typical signs include a flicker over bumps, melted plastic, or a bulb that will not stay seated. Dielectric grease on the contacts slows corrosion. Do not force a bulb into a heat-damaged socket.

Instrument Panel Light Bulb

Economy

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
SYLVANIA 1445
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
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Extended Life

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
SYLVANIA 1445LL
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Base Type: BA9SLong Life
Fitment notes — SYLVANIA 1445LL
Base Type: BA9SLong LifeWattage: 1.87 W
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Standard Replacement

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
WAGNER 1449
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Miniature Screw Base2.800 Watt
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This table covers the replacement bulbs for the Instrument Panel Light. Typical signs include a dark lamp, flicker, or a bulb that keeps failing in one socket. If the same position keeps failing, replace the socket or repair the ground rather than chasing bulbs.

Parking Lamp Bulb

Extended Life

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
SYLVANIA 1157LL
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Long LifeBase Type: BAY15D
Fitment notes — SYLVANIA 1157LL
Long LifeBase Type: BAY15DWattage: 26.90 W
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WAGNER 1157LL
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Long LifeDouble Contact Index Base
Fitment notes — WAGNER 1157LL
Long LifeDouble Contact Index Base26.880 WattSecondary Wattage: 8.260 Watt
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Extra Bright (improved visibility, but shorter life)

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
SYLVANIA 1157ST
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Silver StarCool White
Fitment notes — SYLVANIA 1157ST
Silver StarCool WhiteColor Temperature: 3200 KVBase Type: BAY15DWattage: 26.90 W
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LED (instant-on, long life, energy-saving)

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
PHILIPS 1157WLED
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Ultinon LEDWhite
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SYLVANIA 1157SL
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
LED
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SYLVANIA 1157LED
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
ZEVO
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WAGNER 1157LEDW
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
LED
Fitment notes — WAGNER 1157LEDW
LED
LED BULB
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Standard Replacement

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
SYLVANIA Popular 1157
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Base Type: BAY15DWattage: 26.90 W
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WAGNER Popular 1157
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Double Contact Index Base26.880 Watt
Fitment notes — WAGNER 1157
Double Contact Index Base26.880 WattSecondary Wattage: 8.260 Watt
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HELLA 1157
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Incandescent27/8W
Fitment notes — HELLA 1157
Incandescent27/8WSocket Type Bulb: BAY15D or BA9S
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This table covers the bulbs in the parking lamps. Typical signs include a dark lamp, flicker, or a bulb that keeps failing in one socket. If the same position keeps failing, replace the socket or repair the ground rather than chasing bulbs.

Side Marker Light Bulb

Extended Life

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
SYLVANIA 1895LL
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Long LifeBase Type: BA9
Fitment notes — SYLVANIA 1895LL
Long LifeBase Type: BA9Wattage: 3.78 W
Fits:
Rear
or:
Front
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WAGNER 1895LL
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Long LifeMiniature Bayonet Base
Fitment notes — WAGNER 1895LL
Long LifeMiniature Bayonet Base3.780 Watt
Fits:
Rear
or:
Front
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Standard Replacement

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
PHILIPS Popular 1895
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Fits RearStandard
Fitment notes — PHILIPS 1895
Fits:
RearStandard
or:
FrontStandard
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WAGNER Popular 1895
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Miniature Bayonet Base3.780 Watt
Fitment notes — WAGNER 1895
Miniature Bayonet Base3.780 Watt
Fits:
Rear
or:
Front
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HELLA 1895
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
HalogenAverage Rated Life: 2000.0 HR
Fitment notes — HELLA 1895
HalogenAverage Rated Life: 2000.0 HRSocket Type Bulb: BA9S
Fits:
Rear
or:
Front
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SYLVANIA 1895
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Base Type: BA9Wattage: 3.80 W
Fitment notes — SYLVANIA 1895
Base Type: BA9Wattage: 3.80 W
Fits:
Rear
or:
Front
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This table covers the bulbs in the side-marker lamps. Typical signs include a dark lamp, flicker, or a bulb that keeps failing in one socket. If the same position keeps failing, replace the socket or repair the ground rather than chasing bulbs.

Tail Lamp Bulb

Extended Life

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
SYLVANIA 1157LL
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Long LifeBase Type: BAY15D
Fitment notes — SYLVANIA 1157LL
Long LifeBase Type: BAY15DWattage: 26.90 W
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WAGNER 1157LL
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Long LifeDouble Contact Index Base
Fitment notes — WAGNER 1157LL
Long LifeDouble Contact Index Base26.880 WattSecondary Wattage: 8.260 Watt
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Extra Bright (improved visibility, but shorter life)

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
SYLVANIA 1157ST
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Silver StarCool White
Fitment notes — SYLVANIA 1157ST
Silver StarCool WhiteColor Temperature: 3200 KVBase Type: BAY15DWattage: 26.90 W
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LED (instant-on, long life, energy-saving)

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
DORMAN 1157SMD
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
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DORMAN 1157WSMD
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Bulb Type 1157
Fitment notes — DORMAN 1157WSMD
Bulb Type 1157
WHITE
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DORMAN 1157WHP
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Bulb Type 1157
Fitment notes — DORMAN 1157WHP
Bulb Type 1157
Single LEDWattage: 16 WLight Color:
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WAGNER 1157LEDW
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
LED
Fitment notes — WAGNER 1157LEDW
LED
LED BULB
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Standard Replacement

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
SYLVANIA Popular 1157
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Base Type: BAY15DWattage: 26.90 W
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WAGNER Popular 1157
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Double Contact Index Base26.880 Watt
Fitment notes — WAGNER 1157
Double Contact Index Base26.880 WattSecondary Wattage: 8.260 Watt
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HELLA 1157
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Incandescent27/8W
Fitment notes — HELLA 1157
Incandescent27/8WSocket Type Bulb: BAY15D or BA9S
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This table covers the bulbs in the tail lamps. Typical signs include a dark lamp, flicker, or a bulb that keeps failing in one socket. If the same position keeps failing, replace the socket or repair the ground rather than chasing bulbs.

Turn Signal Lamp Bulb

Extended Life

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
HELLA 1156LL
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
IncandescentSocket Type Bulb: BA15S
Fitment notes — HELLA 1156LL
IncandescentSocket Type Bulb: BA15SLong LifeRear
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PHILIPS 1156LL
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Longer Life
Fitment notes — PHILIPS 1156LL
Longer Life
Rear
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SYLVANIA 1156LL
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Long LifeBase Type: BA15S
Fitment notes — SYLVANIA 1156LL
Long LifeBase Type: BA15SWattage: 26.90 WRear
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SYLVANIA 1157LL
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Long LifeBase Type: BAY15D
Fitment notes — SYLVANIA 1157LL
Long LifeBase Type: BAY15DWattage: 26.90 WFront
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WAGNER 1157LL
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Long LifeDouble Contact Index Base
Fitment notes — WAGNER 1157LL
Long LifeDouble Contact Index Base26.880 WattSecondary Wattage: 8.260 WattFront
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WAGNER 1156LL
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Long LifeSingle Contact Bayonet Base
Fitment notes — WAGNER 1156LL
Long LifeSingle Contact Bayonet Base26.880 WattRear
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Extra Bright (improved visibility, but shorter life)

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
SYLVANIA 1157ST
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Silver StarCool White
Fitment notes — SYLVANIA 1157ST
Silver StarCool WhiteColor Temperature: 3200 KVBase Type: BAY15DWattage: 26.90 WFront
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SYLVANIA 1156ST
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Cool WhiteColor Temperature: 3200 KV
Fitment notes — SYLVANIA 1156ST
Cool WhiteColor Temperature: 3200 KVSilver StarBase Type: BA15SWattage: 26.90 WRear
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LED (instant-on, long life, energy-saving)

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
DORMAN 1156WSMD
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Bulb Type 11563.6 Watt
Fitment notes — DORMAN 1156WSMD
Bulb Type 11563.6 WattRear
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WAGNER 1157LEDW
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
LED
Fitment notes — WAGNER 1157LEDW
LED
Front
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WAGNER 1156WLED
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
LEDWhite
Fitment notes — WAGNER 1156WLED
LEDWhiteLEDRear
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Standard Replacement

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
HELLA Popular 1156
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Brightness: 32.0 CPIncandescent
Fitment notes — HELLA 1156
Brightness: 32.0 CPIncandescentSocket Type Bulb: BA15SRear
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SYLVANIA Popular 1157
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Base Type: BAY15DWattage: 26.90 W
Fitment notes — SYLVANIA 1157
Base Type: BAY15DWattage: 26.90 WFront
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WAGNER Popular 1157
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Double Contact Index Base26.880 Watt
Fitment notes — WAGNER 1157
Double Contact Index Base26.880 WattSecondary Wattage: 8.260 WattFront
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WAGNER Popular 1156
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Single Contact Bayonet Base26.880 Watt
Fitment notes — WAGNER 1156
Single Contact Bayonet Base26.880 WattRear
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HELLA 1157
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Incandescent27/8W
Fitment notes — HELLA 1157
Incandescent27/8WSocket Type Bulb: BAY15D or BA9SFront
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SYLVANIA 1156
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Base Type: BA15SWattage: 26.90 W
Fitment notes — SYLVANIA 1156
Base Type: BA15SWattage: 26.90 WRear
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This table covers the bulbs in the turn-signal lamps. Typical signs include a dark lamp, flicker, or a bulb that keeps failing in one socket. If the same position keeps failing, replace the socket or repair the ground rather than chasing bulbs.

Buying Electrical Bulb & Socket Parts for a 1979 Triumph Spitfire

On this vehicle, the bulb and socket system covers every bulb and socket on the vehicle, from headlamps to instrument-cluster illumination.

  • Confirm you have the 1.5L L4 engine — every part on this page is matched to it.
  • Read the notes on each row for position, trim and spec qualifiers before you order.
  • Where labor overlaps, replace bulbs in pairs so both sides age together, and put a smear of dielectric grease on the new socket contacts.
  • Cross-reference the manufacturer part number against your old part or a service-manual listing.

Start with the largest groups on this page: Turn Signal Lamp Bulb and Back Up / Reverse Lamp Bulb .

Frequently Asked Questions

How many electrical bulb & socket parts fit the 1979 Triumph Spitfire?

Our catalog currently lists 80 electrical bulb & socket parts for the 1979 Triumph Spitfire across 9 subcategories and 9 brands, covering the 1.5L L4 engine. Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.

What are the signs of electrical bulb & socket problems on a 1979 Triumph Spitfire?

Common symptoms include a lamp that flickers over bumps, melted or discolored socket plastic, or bulbs that keep failing early on one side. If you notice any of these, identify the affected subcategory above and cross-reference the part numbers listed.

What should I replace at the same time?

Where labor overlaps, replace bulbs in pairs so both sides age together, and put a smear of dielectric grease on the new socket contacts.

What do the market flags (US, CA, MX) on each part mean?

They show the market for which the manufacturer published application data for that part — where the vehicle was first sold, not where the part was made. If your 1979 Triumph Spitfire was originally sold in the US, the safest choice is a part marked for the US market.

How do I make sure a part fits my 1979 Triumph Spitfire?

Every part on this page is matched to the 1.5L L4 engine. Then repeated bulb failure in one position usually means a socket or ground problem, not bad bulbs — replace the socket rather than chase it. The notes column carries position and trim qualifiers where they apply.

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