HID Help

go with the 5k more usable light and looks more like stock hid so you are less likely to be hassled by law enforcement due to the fact that they are illegal i would even suggest going with 4300k instead if thats an option

ralliartjuggalo said:

go with the 5k more usable light and looks moor like stock hid so you are less likely to be hassled by law enforcement due to the fact that they are illegal i would even suggest going with 4300k instead if thats an option

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Never really liked the look of HIDs without a projector lense. Blinding to other drivers and doesn't give much improvement.

However, I agree with what was posted above. Go with 5000k or 4300k.

LuxuryMobile said:

Never really liked the look of HIDs without a projector lense. Blinding to other drivers and doesn't give much improvement.

However, I agree with what was posted above. Go with 5000k or 4300k.

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:iagree:Without the right projector lens its pointless.

What's the make and model of the car you're trying to put HIDs in?

yes this is assuming you have projectors

I agree with Stephan and the others. Without the projector lens the HID lighting is cast out in a broad pattern that can blind oncoming traffic. Some vehicles without projector lenses will work though. The stock lenses on my 911 have a really good cutoff line that HID's work really well in. I recently put in 4300 for the stock look. The ultra blues are a bit too ricey for my taste.

I have found the Sylvania SilverStar halogen bulbs to be a fantastic upgrade for stock lamps. The light output and color is awesome and you don't have to worry about ballasts and junk.

One caution though. I tried an HID upgrade in my Jeep a few years ago. The Jeep didn't like it and my main computer fried at a cost of 2k. It all depends on what kind of car you have and the strength of the wiring harness.

Porsche Pilot said:

One caution though. I tried an HID upgrade in my Jeep a few years ago. The Jeep didn't like it and my main computer fried at a cost of 2k. It all depends on what kind of car you have and the strength of the wiring harness.

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There is a simple solution to this. Most places that sell HID kits usually sell a relay harness that wires the kit directly to the battery for around $30. In addition to being safer, you'll also get more consistent power to your lights, so it's definitely worth considering.

I have 6000k on the bike aand love it. I read a while back that u start loosing usable light over 8000k. I like the 6000 personally. It is slight blue when warming up and then clear white when warmed up. In my opinion anything over 8000 is obnoxious.

Where u r looking to purchase from?

ralliartjuggalo said:

go with the 5k more usable light and looks more like stock hid so you are less likely to be hassled by law enforcement due to the fact that they are illegal i would even suggest going with 4300k instead if thats an option

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Agreed man. Most new stock cars come with 4300k on a projector headlight and it looks amazing

Pick up some Orsam Ralley H7 bulbs. They are 65w and output 2100 lumens yet still have 500 hour lifespan like a regular bulb. Bulbs like silverstars are dimmer and have a reduced lifespan.

If you must have HIDs install thrm only in projectors and stick with 4300-5000k

I'm pretty sure the all the new Merc's come with project headlights, so you'll be fine with an HID upgrade. Go with 4300k, as it is the factory HID color temp and provides the most usable light. 5000k is white with a very very small hint of blue. Once you go 6000k and above, you start losing visible light and colors are more blue and purple.

I have an aftermarket HID system in my car - Retor-Solutions 6000K 9007's.

For everyone saying HIDs without projectors is "blinding to others or doesn't give much improvement", their completely wrong in my case and all other non-projector cars my friend, family and I have put in our cars. All bulbs can be blinding if not angle correctly.

We all used 55W Retro-Solutions for each of the following cars with no problem what so ever.

98 Chevy Silverado Z71
02 Monte Carlo
02 Cavalier Z24
03 Trailblazer LT
03 Trailblazer SS
08 Dodge Avenger R/T
03 Dodge Neon R/T
and others...

Things to remember if you install HIDs in non-projectors...
Re-adjust your headlamps once bulbs are installed. Second, I like to drive on the street and have a friend pass me in a car to see if the HIDs are angled correctly.

Since having the HIDs in my car (and everyone else I've installed them for) I can tell you I won't live without them. The vast improvement over my holgen bulbs and all other cars I've installed them in is impossible to dispute IMO.

tread lightly as most have offered no aftermarket kit is actually DOT approved for use in cars on roadways.

Do not retrofit your factory lenses / lights with HIDs, not only is it illegal but it will dazzle oncoming cars and be a real safety hazard.

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I went with Volt HID at kbcarstuff. They have been amazing. Truly plug in and play, just 30mins to install. They do take a few mins to warm up when you turn them on, they are very blue at first but then are super white. I just have reflector type lenses, but its a night any day difference. I can see so much at night. Its dangerous for you to drive with stock bulbs. Stock bulbs let you see just 50feet in front with a narrow beam pattern. HID light up the whole road, its almost like driving during the day.

I went with 4300k and they are perfect. Its a great color. don't go for 6k 8k or 10k unless you want to rice your car and be a "boyhood driver"

IMO all cars should have auto leveling beams. Every car on the road can blind other drivers when they go over bumps in the road. Auto leveling beams dip your car lights, even on low beams automatically as you go over uneven ground.

If you do get HID just aim your headlights properly. Their are videos on youtube, its easy enough. Or have a mechanic do it.

I have two slight problems with my HID lights. Sometimes the driver side light doesn't turn on, in which case I just turn off the headlights and turn them back on. I think it needs an additional relay harness. The other thing is mine are low beams only. I don't have high beams on my car. I never use, unless I drive mountain roads at night, so maybe once a month they might be useful.

PS don't buy cheap ebay hid lights. they will only last 6 months. and regular super bright bulbs ie sylvania superbright lights, yes they are brighter, but they burn out twice as fast. you buy cheap you buy twice

LegacyGT said:

Do not retrofit your factory lenses / lights with HIDs, not only is it illegal but it will dazzle oncoming cars and be a real safety hazard.

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Thanks for interjecting this most common-sense advise.
[Doubt it will be heeded though.]

A sure-fire "road rage" inducer!!!

Bob