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Headlight bulb questions
Hey guys,
What lights are available on the market that are the closest to the HID, i remember there being the PIAA ones that were pretty good, but i forget the part number, which ones would you all suggest? Thanks in advance, Chris |
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Sylvania makes good bulbs....cool blue or silverstars. Get 9005 bulbs and convert them you won't be sorry. Do a SEARCH.
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These HIR bulbs are unbelievable.
I had Siverstars, these are brighter.
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David 96LSi 102k Laguna Blue 95 LS-L AWD, Safety package, 140k Polo Green the Chick Magnet: 91 Justy GL EFI 4x4 154k (new motor @120k) 90 Yamaha V-Max 82 Yamaha XJ650LJ Turbo My Diver Propulsion vehicle: 88 Jeep Cherokee 160k "U-sta-have" 88 XT6 AWD Pearl, 86 XT Lt Blue, 85 XT AWD/4x4 Turbo Space Blue |
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That's very interesting. I like the specs on them. Have you bought from that person before?
9011 = 2500 lumens 9012 = 1850 I might try the 9011 and mod them into my 9006's and see how the cutoff is.
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Tim 92 Liquid Silver SVX 5MT 2009 BMW Z4 (Gone) 2012 Camry V6 SE Last edited by Tim; 01-23-2005 at 08:28 PM. |
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Man....30 bucks a bulb....that's a lot of dough for 4 bulbs.
They don't jump out and change your oil every 3k do they?? I will definitely give these a try, got to get the funds put aside. **I have to trust my fellow Army soldier Hooah!! |
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Well if you look at the price of Silverstar bulbs, which can run $26 (not that they can't be found for less) a piece, the price difference isn't that great. Wish there was someone near me using them so I could see how they are in person before droping the money though, ahh well, just may have to try them out and see for myself.
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http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...spagename=WDVW here are some for $25.00 a pair. http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...spagename=WDVW |
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I said they can be had for less
Most people however only replace bulbs when the burn out and will run to an autopart store or wallyworld, and you aren't going to find them (silverstars) that cheap at places like that
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1992 Liquid Silver LS-L (Sold-5/16/13) 1997 Spruce Pearl Outback (Sold) 2006 B9 Tribeca |
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what are the lumen ratings of our headlights? I want to know what kind of performance gains this price is getting.
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That is the guy I bought them from. For Ebay- he is one of the better sellers I have delt with. Mind you, I bought both my SVX'x off ebay- no, I don't know him or get a cut
And yes, they are a bit expensive. So- I also have a digital light meter on the way, I intend to test my stock, silver star, and these bulbs. I will post the results. That way, you don't have to take my word for it either- after all, after jumping out of pretty much anything that can leave the ground for a few years leaves a lot of dents in ones head The "looks brighter to me" thing or a photo with no exposure data to show if a bulb is brighter on not is all I can usualy find for info.
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HIR bulbs
I bought two for my high beams(didn't want to offend THE MAN), 4-5 months ago.
They are spectacular! They are NOT a "white" light like silverstars, etc, but SO bright you will love them. Actually took some getting used to. Maybe they "burned-in". Not sure. They are deceivingly bright. I didn't realize this 'til I got the chance to hit the WIDE open road. Roadside signs lit-up like never before. And driving home in windy mtn roads w/snow on the trees, is amazing. WELL worth the $30 IMHO. Life expectancy will be interesting to see... Try it - you'll like it! mile-hi-bri - Brian |
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HIR bulbs
9011 = 9005
9012 = 9006 If you order from the guy on ebay, just tell him you want low or high beams. He'll make sure you get it right. And, he'll send you an email to confirm. Pretty much a no-brainer! Good luck!mile-hi-bri - Brian |
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