Beefing up incan spotlight

[apete2]

I acquired a dead Black and Decker 2mcp spotlight. It is the one with two LEDs and a 75w main beam. I pulled the SLA out of it and it read 6.1 volts - totally dead. I removed the charger and found out two 7.2v sub c packs fit almost perfectly.

I noticed the small gauge wire used, would it be worth rewiring it while I have it open? I am also thinking of a 100w bulb. The switch is rated for 15A, should I replace it? I am not sure how to measure the resistance of the switch.

 

[alpg88]

i wouldn't bother with changing a switch, it wont make much difference, what i would suggest, is getting hid kit with slim ballast, there are tons of them on e bay, and the web, 35w hid (can find a kit for 60-70$, good for 2 lights) it will be about as bright as 100w halogen, but with 1\3 of draw, you get more runtime.

 

[apete2]

I want to keep it incan

 

[Patriot]

If you're just replacing the batteries, don't bother with the wiring. If you going to a 100W bulb the wiring would be a good idea to replace. The switch will be fine as is at 15A.