[campbellcj]

I have two halogen 500w lights that work very well. One is low (floor level) and one is on a telecoping/swivel pole type of stand. They have a cage around the bulb to help prevent breakage or contact w/ stuff. They are bright enough that you can set up the light several feet back from what you're working on. Accordingly I haven't been unduly worried about fire or heat. I tend to keep an extinguisher close at hand when I'm working on the car anyway...esp w/ electrical or fuel projects.