I want tail lights with more brightness & contrast

These DOT-approved bulbs are interchangable. 1157 is the stock center light.

Trade No.	Filament	Volts	Watts	Amps	Candle Pwr.	Life (hours)
2057	Low	14.0	6.86	0.49	2	5000
2057	High	12.8	26.88	2.10	32	1200
1034	Low	14.0	7.14	0.51	2	5000
1034	High	12.8	23.04	1.80	26	1200
1157 (OEM)	Low	14.0	8.26	0.59	3	5000
1157 (OEM)	High	12.8	26.88	2.10	32	1200
2397	Low	14.0	6.72	0.48	2	5000
2397	High	12.8	28.54	2.23	40	400
2357	Low	14.0	8.26	0.59	3	5000
2357	High	12.8	28.54	2.23	40	400

For example, a good setup could use a 2357 in the center light and 2397's on the outer lights. The 2357 has a standard low filament like the 1157 and a brighter brake lamp; good for a normal running lamp with a bright brake light.

The 2397 has a dimmer running lamp and a brighter brake lamp than the 1157; good for a bright brake light in the pods, but with more contrast due to the dimmer running filament (which also uses less power and produces less heat).

Another good bulb for pod use is the 2057.

The 1157 bulb is not recommended for use in the pods as running lights. They tend to run hot. There's no point in taking a chance on melting your lenses when there are good alternatives.