V-Berth Lighting

MOOSE · Posted: Tue Feb 17, 2004 9:29 am Post subject: V-Berth Lighting

Howdy,
I'm looking to add a couple of reading lights in the V-berth fo MOOSE. Does anyone have any good suggestions on manufacturers and models?
TX
Al

Casey · Posted: Sat Feb 21, 2004 9:49 am Post subject: ...maybe a "gooseneck" light?

Hi Al,

Although it might not be what you had in mind, a "gooseneck" light might work pretty well in the V-berth area.

I browsed for "gooseneck light" and got several hits. Here's one: http://www.IndustrialHouse.com/

I've thought about putting one on "Naknek" but haven't gotten around to it yet....

Casey

MOOSE · Posted: Sat Feb 21, 2004 3:10 pm Post subject:

Thanks for the idea. Although I'd like some directionality, I really don't want another protrusion; there's enough stuff to get hung up on as it is. I was just down working on the boat, and my current thought, after looking at the V berth again, is to mount a couple of LED dome lights on the ceiling, imediately forward of the dash protrusions. I think that location would be perfect for reading, even though I think the dome lights are meant for general illumination rather than task lighting.
Al

Captains Cat · Posted: Sat Feb 21, 2004 3:58 pm Post subject: V Berth Lighting

Lighting link

Moose, try this one, it's only 10W and doesn't stick out much. I think it's got a built in switch too which cuts down on the wiring somewhat.