yes fluorescent light bulbs are okay but be sure to read the package to make sure you have the right size and color temperature for your needs.
As long as you keep condensation from getting into it, you should be fine. This answer is for old-style fluorescent bulbs. If you're talking about energy saver types, try to stay above 0F / -18C
If a fluorescent lamp is labeled 6500 oK that is the color temperature of the light it emits. <><><> The number 6500 refers to the temperature (measured in degrees Kelvin) at which a specific theoretical material (referred to as "black body") will glow the color of sunlight at noon.
Strange problem, especially if the high mount stop light is working - however, do not rule out the possibility of a short circuit in the wires leading to the lower lights. Are the regular tail lights working? There is the possibility that the sockets of the lamps may be corroded or melted due to excessive heat or age, and need replacement.
I would check switch. My 92 would only come on when working the knob. I went to the junck yord and pulled one. Now it`s ok.
Turn left indicator signal flashes rapidly when I use indicator, bulbs ok, no lights working
First check the fuse, if that is ok, check the bulbs, if they are ok check the flasher, if they are ok check the switch, if that is ok check the wiring.
Brake switch.
Bad bulbs or brake light switch.
troubleshoot head lamps on 1988 grand marquis? Not working...fuses OK
OK. Done. Now what ?
I have a 95 GC ZJ that had the same problem- pull your tail lights, you probably have 1157 bulbs in your brake lights, and they work fine. The dash comp reads these as not working, the proper bulbs are 2057, different resistances. Swap em out, dash fault gone. If that doesnt fix it- check the little bulbs on the sides of the tail light assembly, there little push in bulbs- replace if needed i have this same problem with my 98 try checking the little lights at the top of the hatch just behind the glass.
Check bulbs and switch