Cheapest replacement cigarette lighter

[jackb]

In several threads, I've seen this cigarette lighter listed as a direct replacement, that additionally fits normal size plugs.
http://www.gowesty.com/ec_view_details.php?id=4471
It costs 17.95 + 7.90 shipping, total $25.85

However...

I did some more searching and found a cheaper source, for the same exact item:
http://www.van-cafe.com/home/van_1398663377483/page_697_139/cigarette-lighter-p697.html
It only costs 15.95 + 7.50 shipping, total 23.45.

OK, it's not incredibly cheaper, but it's still cheaper. Almost 10% cheaper. And all other things equal, I like to save every penny I can.
Van-cafe.com lists it as shipping UPS ground for like $12, but they say on the webpage small items will ship USPS priority mail. I called in advance to confirm, and yes, it ships USPS priority. I also put a note in the comment section when ordering to ensure it was shipped USPS. My credit card was charged 23.45 and I should have it in a few days.

[EdR5150]

I just bought a lighter for $$5.29 shipped: http://www.ebay.com/itm/360678268535

It's a little more modern looking, and it's blue! I measured the lighter drawing under 7.5 amps, and the bulb under 0.8 amps. I don't know what the stock lighter draws since mine is broke. The only drawbacks I found were the light is kinda dim, and requires a separate ground. I didn't check, but I think the bulb is incandescent.

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[jackb]

Those fit?? Dammit! I saw outlets on ebay, but was unsure if they would fit properly. Now I don't feel like I saved $2, I feel like I lost $20!

[Kane]

This thread is such an emotional rollercoaster. He was so proud to have saved two bucks. Then his hopes were dashed. That's awesome.

I just think it's great that you wanted to share this awesome discovery with all of us so that we would also be able to save $2.00. That's gold, Jerry!

[EdR5150]

Sorry! I knew that even if it didn't fit, for that price I would make it fit. But yes, it fits perfectly. A quick search reveals they also come in other colors:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/390608081558
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...and yes, green, shipped from China, for $3.59: http://www.ebay.com/itm/141271630123
26857

:eek1: At that price, I might buy another just to have the green option.

[Ryan S.]

Nice find. I just ordered red and green
thanks

[1batt4u]

Great find!! I was gonna ask if they had Blue or other colors!!

Thank you!!!

[Nicholas R]

Wow that is really damn cheap. Yup, ordered it without hesitation. Should be here in 2-3 weeks, lol. Oh well; worth it! :thumbup:

[DMCflux]

I ordered a green one too. Mine works, but anything I plug into it does not stay put.