Hi, all.

I finally mounted a pair of Optronics driving lights with a 3-way switch. My first setting lights my 20W (35W equivalent energy-saver bulb,) the second setting lights my 35W (50W equivalent energy-saver,) the third setting lights both together (fourth setting "off.") I use both together for dark downhills, but I couldn't keep them both on too long, it would put a major drain on my battery.

The rear "blinkie" is still my 100K candlepower amber xenon strobe and my battery is a 5 amp/hr sealed lead-acid.

I'm thinking of upgrading again, which is the beauty of homemade lights. I might switch to NiMh, because I can get more amp/hrs with less weight. Saw a set of 10 "D" cells for about $65, but I'd need a new charger, too, so it might be a while before I make the switch.

Anyway, I'm happy with what I've got now. My low beam really lights up the road, and a coworker said he could see my rear flasher from a very long way off. Good to go!