Bulb Replacement for AquaLumin II

[qxixp]

I am trying to replace my Aqualumin II 150 12v light bulb and I am seeing a huge price discrepancy for the bulb among different sellers.

150W 12V Quartz Halogen bulb clip-in | Yardandpool.com
https://www.amazon.com/Pentair-600053-120-Volt-Replacement-AquaLumin/dp/B008H9EHAA
Halco Lighting APC12150C 150W 12V Quartz Halogen bulb clip-in

This is the first time I am replacing the light bulb, so can anyone explain why such a huge price discrepancy?

Thanks

 

[kimkats]

That is to the max! I would call the "cheap" company to make sure that is REALLY the bulb you need AND that is REALLY the price! If it is the BUY it yesterday!!!

Let us know what you find out!

Kim

 

[chiefwej]

You will still need a new gasket. (It should be replaced any time you open a light.) However, I'm pretty sure you can find the gasket for less than that difference in price.

 

[qxixp]

I looked into it more and realized the most expensive parts are the screws for approximately $4 a piece (Pilot screw, 10-24 x .3/16 | Yardandpool.com), so a kit is roughly around 70, which includes 10 screws plus a gasket (~20) and a bulb (~5). Leslies always higher price for all the parts. I just need the bulb and the gasket and they cost me around 35 including shipping.

Thanks

 

[chiefwej]

Who would think that the screws are the expensive part? So Leslie's wants $100 for a $5 bulb and still doesn't give you the screws and gasket?

 

[qxixp]

Sounds about right. My guess is that it is a pricing mistake since they are selling the kit for 120 Pentair AquaLumin & AquaLumin II