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Insomnia · 04-18-2012, 08:04 AM

So I ran into a problem yesterday when trying to install some pot lights in an insulated ceiling. The customer had asked for a total of 10 split into 3 rooms. I managed to crawl into the attic and install 4 in one of the rooms. The remaining 6 on the other hand were so far out that I could not physically reach them. My boss told me that we need to get a retrofit style ic pot light. Has anyone here ever used one? I've never seen one in all my years.

HARRY304E · 04-18-2012, 08:20 AM

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Originally Posted by Insomnia

So I ran into a problem yesterday when trying to install some pot lights in an insulated ceiling. The customer had asked for a total of 10 split into 3 rooms. I managed to crawl into the attic and install 4 in one of the rooms. The remaining 6 on the other hand were so far out that I could not physically reach them. My boss told me that we need to get a retrofit style ic pot light. Has anyone here ever used one? I've never seen one in all my years.

Yes here is one type of many that are available.....http://twicebright.com/ic-remodel.as...FUbe4Aod7hZWwQ

Just use the right sized hole saw wire the fixture and push it into the hole and the clips on the sides will hold it in...

**Dennis Alwon** · 04-18-2012, 08:42 AM

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Originally Posted by Insomnia

So I ran into a problem yesterday when trying to install some pot lights in an insulated ceiling. The customer had asked for a total of 10 split into 3 rooms. I managed to crawl into the attic and install 4 in one of the rooms. The remaining 6 on the other hand were so far out that I could not physically reach them. My boss told me that we need to get a retrofit style ic pot light. Has anyone here ever used one? I've never seen one in all my years.

Almost all can manufacturers make one. What brand do you use?

mcclary's electrical · 04-18-2012, 08:46 AM

Better hope it's not 4"

Insomnia · 04-18-2012, 09:39 AM

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Originally Posted by Dennis Alwon

Almost all can manufacturers make one. What brand do you use?

Well he decided to go ultra cheap and use liteline. I would have rather used Juno or contrast.

Insomnia · 04-18-2012, 09:40 AM

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Originally Posted by Dennis Alwon

Almost all can manufacturers make one. What brand do you use?

He decided to go ultra cheap and use liteline. I would have rather used Juno or halo.