| speedy6 |
Has anyone changed thier fog lights with PIAA Bulbs:confused:
I've changed the fog light on my Max and it was easy, since all I had to do was take the plastic protective cover under the front of the bumber. :) |
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| LKimura |
| How do the Cuzo's compare with the new Sylvania Super's? I know that the Sylvania Super's can replace stock bulbs without any concerns to wiring or heat. |
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| speedy6 |
Mojomn7g,
Thanks for the info :2:
I'm going to change my bulbs this weekend.
BTW, what is the bulb size for the fogs? |
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| jaak |
I put Sylvanias in the headlights (Don't have HID's boo hoo...) and it changed the colour slightly, but did not increase the light output.
Not that I'm surprised, as most of these things are standard bulbs with a blue coating to alter the output colour temperature.
If the HID kit's weren't so expensive, I'd get a couple of sets. One for the headlights and one for the fogs. Or maybe just the fogs.
Anyway, it's only 'cause I'd like them, not 'cause I need 'em! |
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| speedy6 |
jaak,
Don't worry :D At the rate HID's are going on new cars, the cost of adding one, will go down dramatically. :4: |
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| 03GatorSE |
I have found that Hoen has the best ones I have seen, I have them on my BMW and they match the HIDS perfectly. Here is there website: http://www.hoen-usa.com/
The size for our MO is 9006 in the fogs. |
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| Kris |
03GatorSE
great link. Did you get the xenonmatch or xenonmatch plus? |
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| KSmurano |
Kris - would you use 80 watts?
I think I would have to stick to the 55's |
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| LKimura |
Here's an informative site on auto lighting. Go to the TECH section, BULBS and read article on BLUE BULB CONTROVERSY.
The site offers a lot of good information
http://lighting.mbz.org/home.html |
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| KSmurano |
What is the part number for the parking lights?
Haven't I read about someone using PIAA white leds? |
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| Enforcer |
| FWIW, here are the bulb specs from the SM: |
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| Enforcer |
| And here is the bulb listing in the OM: |
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| 03GatorSE |
quote:
Originally posted by Kris
03GatorSE
great link. Did you get the xenonmatch or xenonmatch plus?
Kris , I used the xenonmatch. They look great. |
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| KSmurano |
Gator - did you change out your parking lights?
They almost seem brownish with the xenons.:confused: |
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| 03GatorSE |
| Nope, not yet. I will in the future though. Not sure which bulb to use that will match as close as the fogs do. |
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| Mojomn7g |
Hey Speedy,
I just finished changing my fog lights to ultra white Cuzo's (best match for the HIDs). You will have to take off the front splash guard to gain access to the back of the fog light. Tip: Turn wheels away from the side that you are working on.
Mojo |
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| 03GatorSE |
quote:
Originally posted by Mojomn7g
Hey Speedy,
I just finished changing my fog lights to ultra white Cuzo's (best match for the HIDs). You will have to take off the front splash guard to gain access to the back of the fog light. Tip: Turn wheels away from the side that you are working on.
Mojo
How much did you pay for them and where did you get them? |
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| generator |
| Why does the SM show 35 watt H3 bulbs listed and then the OM (What is OM anyway?) show 51 watt HB4 buls listed for the same application? Then 03GatorSE says he/she installed 9006 bulbs in the fogs. Did I miss something here? |
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| hfelknor |
Really? 35 in one and 51 in the other?
SM - Service manual
OM - Owners manual
Homer |
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| Enforcer |
| Yeah, excerpts are posted at the bottom of the first page of this thread. Sorry for the acronyms... |
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| esemes |
okay, so what part number (model number) applies for the dpark lights (highest up)....
i know the fog's need the 9006's (also known as h3) and......
i wanna replace them both with the same type/color of light
thnx
sms
ps- any instructions on how to get access to the upper-most (parking) bulbs??? |
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| esemes |
hey fellas (and ladies)
i am in need of data...
light part numbers (or bulb numbers)
fog lights = 9006 , or hb3
driving = oem HID (in my case)...so for now....
parking (DTRL) = ????? (oem is dingey yellow...yuck!!)
please advise!!
i have scoured this site, search exhausted, and no one admits/reveals the size/part number of that bulb...
the OM has some crazy number that doesnt reference anywhere.....
PIAA makes a super LED application, but, i need a p/n
thanks, and :29: to this site.... i have alot tolearn (all over again)
scott |
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| Enforcer |
Sylvania thinks they know.
Low beam headlamp
Part number = HID-D2R
High beam headlamp
Part number = 9005
Upgrade Part Number = 9005ST
"Silverstar High Performance Halogen Upgrade - Whitest, Brightest, 100% Street Legal"
Upgrade Part Number = 9005CB
Cool Blue Halogen Upgrade - White Hot; Super Cool; 100% Street Legal
Parking light
Part number = 194
Upgrade Part Number = 194LL
Long Life Upgrade - Up to twice the life of the standard lamp
Front turn signal
Part number = 7440
Rear turn signal
Part number = 7440
Tail light
Part number = 7443
Stop light
Part number = 7443
Fog/Driving light
Part number = 9006
Upgrade Part Number = 9006ST
"Silverstar High Performance Halogen Upgrade - Whitest, Brightest, 100% Street Legal"
Upgrade Part Number = 9006CB
Cool Blue Halogen Upgrade - White Hot; Super Cool; 100% Street Legal
Upgrade Part Number = 9006XV
XtraVision Halogen Upgrade - Up to 20% Brighter than standard
Upgrade Part Number = 9006LL
Long Life Halogen Upgrade - Lasts one and a half times longer
License plate
Part number = 168
Back up light
Part number = 921
Upgrade Part Number = 921LL
Long Life Upgrade - Up to twice the life of the standard lamp
Front sidemarker
Part number = 194
Upgrade Part Number = 194LL
Long Life Upgrade - Up to twice the life of the standard lamp
Roof marker
Part number = 168
Map light
Part number = DE3175
Dome light
Part number = DE3175
Step/Courtesy light
Part number = 161
Trunk/Cargo area
Part number = DE3175 |
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| Enforcer |
| SM (Service Manual) says to remove the fender protector. Not a lot of detail, just says remove screws, clips and protector(s) front and rear. But I don't know if you'll need to remove the rear piece to remove the front piece. Also doesn't say anything about splash guards. |
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| esemes |
invaluable information!!
much thanks! |
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| esemes |
in addition...............
the door courtesy light are the same as the parking lights???
amazing.........
i bought two (2) packs of these, to replace the nasty door lights, but,..... to my dismay, my back light enclosure are faux...
well.............
mystery solved!! |
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| hfelknor |
"......to my dismay, my back light enclosure are faux...'
What do you mean by "fake"
Mi rear lites didn't work when I got the car.
Turns out there is a switch that is part of the light enclosure that is hard to see. It has off-on-door positions. Put it in "door" and they worked.
Is that what you are talking about????
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| esemes |
quote:
Originally posted by hfelknor
"......to my dismay, my back light enclosure are faux...'
What do you mean by "fake"
Mi rear lites didn't work when I got the car.
Turns out there is a switch that is part of the light enclosure that is hard to see. It has off-on-door positions. Put it in "door" and they worked.
Is that what you are talking about????
Homer
Hey homie...
thanks for the reply.....
what i am referring to the courtesy door (kickpanel area) light pods... the front actuate when the door is ajar; the rear two are mere dummy shells, with no pre-existing wiring running to them....
if anyone knows (and im sure someone does), is there a clip/harness to a to run to these lil sconces???
sms
btw, i changed the front lights (bulb no. 194) out to the APC superwhite bulb.... gives the door kicks the appearnace of flourescent lighting...more classy, imo |
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| generator |
| I see you guys are going nuts with the light upgrades. Does upgrading any of these bulbs with super whites produce more heat in the enclosures that might cause some plastic to melt over time. I am sure super whites look great but they probably wont look to great if the clear lenses are burnt to a brown crisp. I wanna change them all too, especially the fogs and DTR lights. |
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| esemes |
hey gen.........
good point (an i have gone overboard b4........cracked the glass lenses on a previous vechicle, bcause the heat was soo great from the hi - watt bulbs!!)
the best way to approach this is to make sure to get the true DOT bulbs, with oem - spec output......
for the lil door kick lights, i went with APC, but ont recommend them for major bulbs (cheap stuff, imo)
i do have the 9006's in right at the moment (apc) but am putting the sylvania correct-rated white bulbs in their place asap....
and YES, the glass is warm (hot) to the touch with these overwatted bulbs... definately a bad thing!!
sms
sorry for the bad typos!! |
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| driver4 |
I have Hoens in the biz car (BMW330i) and they are awesome. Same fitment in fact, 9006, as the Murano. Originally had PIAA xtreme white and they would not fit correctly in place so did not have a change to see output.
Over on the bimmer forums they are widely regarded as the best ones for matching hid main beams. Not only that they are warranteed for a year which not even PIAA can match that.
www.hoen-usa.com
Oh, and dont go higher than 55W in the Murano (or any car). I learned this lesson that hard way on my old GTI. |
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| esemes |
i have a set of sylvies, (xenon - match) coming from hoens tomorrow...
will post before andd after illumination pix of them versus the apc 9006, and the oem sulbs |
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| Enforcer |
| driver4, how about a pic from your MO? |
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| Mojomn7g |
Another thing to remember guys...
You will not get a good light output from any LED bulbs. They are very cool, however the housing for the driving lights are made for bulbs that emit light forward, side and a little behind the bulb itself. If you use LED's, as in my experience, you will not take advantage of the reflective material behind the bulb.
And remember, you will have to try different brands out as my HID's on my MO are not as Blue as my friend's MO. So the bulbs I recommend may not be an exact match for your HID's.
Gator... I bought these from a local performance shop, but check out your local Circuit City now... they are carrying aftermarket lights now... and their return policy is great! Try those out first, and if you don't like them, take 'em back. Just don't destroy the box. And say you didn't like the color.
Have fun with you Mo's guys.... I just finished match tinting my front windows. I'm pretty excited about it. Just waiting for a solution to come out on the Aux Line In situation for my portable audio ; )
Take care,
Mojo |
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| KSmurano |
| es - what did you decided to do about the parking lights? :confused: |
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| esemes |
jus used these apc cheapies for now......
since i had the wheelwell cover off anyway, it was too simple not to change out to whiter (albeit prolly not brighter) lighting....
the hoen bulbs came as promised, 51 watts, and well packaged (got a deal on shipping too)
no pix yet... (truck's too dirty lol) |
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| driver4 |
| about pics, I have a nice disposable 35mm in the car (for if the unfortunate happens). I am eyeing up a Canon digital right now on ebay though. |
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| driver4 |
| Regarding LED's. Yes output sucks, but there is one company who makes some crazy stuff but they are not cheap. I will dig up the URL. They are California based and if I remember were $40 ea. but brighter than most other cheap ones from Asia at $9-15 each. |
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| esemes |
pictured below are the HOEN 51 watt foggers (9006) and the APC "iceyhot (lol)" cheapies for the parking lights (bulb is a 194)
to get to one bulb, is to get to the other........ |
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| esemes |
| cannot seem to post multiple pix?? |
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| esemes |
| lastly............ (the 194 bulb replaced) |
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| driver4 |
| Do you have a head on shot? |
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| esemes |
| HOT OFF THE E-PRESS......... |
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| esemes |
laslty...
note:: my camera struggles to take any decent nite pix........ |
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| Enforcer |
Thank You!
Nice pics, that looks great!
I never have figured out how to post multiple pics in a single post. |
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| esemes |
if you can go into the admin panel, there's a bullet-box to select to allow ___ number of images uploaded per post.... the setting here must be 1, since theres no additional uploading options after the image is first selected
sms |
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| driver4 |
| 'capturing' light from the headlights is not an easy task but those pictures look fantastic. |
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| KSmurano |
es - good job man, pics are worth a 1,000 words & now I need to get busy & do the light mod. :)
Did you try the silverstars before the Hoen's?
Gettting the brown out! I wonder why didn't Nissan just didn't do a better job in matching the bulb colors? :confused: |
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| esemes |
quote:
Originally posted by KSmurano
es - good job man, pics are worth a 1,000 words & now I need to get busy & do the light mod. :)
Did you try the silverstars before the Hoen's?
Gettting the brown out! I wonder why didn't Nissan just didn't do a better job in matching the bulb colors? :confused:
they're hoens......
i tried the APC 80 wattage ones, but they made the glass almost glowing hot... (the hoens still make the glass hot to the touch, at 51W)......
i think the reason the parking (daytime runners in other areas) are the color they are is due to DOT specs elsewhere..... (my moms rx is that way..... ima get the brown out for her this christmas.....man, that sounded aweful.,........ sorry!!)
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| Snowride |
| I just want to clarify something here. It has been said that the bulb needed for the fogs is a 9006 or H3. The H3 portion is not correct and should have been a HB4. The H3 bulb is completely different and not compatible anywhere on the MO. This is what an H3 looks like. http://www.piaa.com/Bulbs/Bulbs-H3.html and this is what a 9006 also known as a HB4 looks like.(third one down) http://www.piaa.com/Bulbs/Bulbs-9000.html Best way to avoid any confusion is to refer to it as a 9006. |
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| Snowride |
| Found something I believe to be different on the Canadian models since nobody mentioned what a pain and how very little room there is when installing the passenger side fog light bulb. I have seen this before on other vehicles where the windshield washer fluid container is much larger on the Canadian models than the US ones. It reaches down and blocks access to the bulb from the back side and you need to tackle it from underneath by separating the front skirt along with the wheel well protection panel and squeeze your fingers from below, up between the washer bottle and the fog light. No more than 1 1/2" clearance. A real pita but on the bright side, I think the Canadian washer fluid bottle holds 100 gallons :D |
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| ekaxel |
| Passenger side fog is a pain in the US model too. US washer bottle is probably the same-completely blocks the back of the fog. Took about 3 times as long, and had to loosen the bumper cover. IMHO, the fogs are ineffective.. When the low beam (HID) are on, turning in the fogs does nothing. I have my fogs modified to use as DRL (like the Canadian version). |
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| urbanias |
| ekaxel, how did you modify your fogs to use as DRL's. I would like to do this also. |
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| ekaxel |
| Schematic. All wiring in EPDM harness-RH side of engine compartment. Solder all connections. This works (much simpler than factory) Fogs on any time igntion is on and HL off. |
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| SyntaxSinner |
I would like to purchase theses heon fog lights but I have not been able to find a website that sells the 51Watt that esemes haas....
can you guys provide a direct link?
Thanks!!! |
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| Kris |
here is the site: Hoen
You need XenonMatch. I ordered on line and they arrive a few days later. I like how they look.
However, at that time I did not see Sylvania SilverStar. Had I seen Sylvania I would have gone for them. They are appr. $38.00 at Walmart.. |
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| midnitexpress |
| '03 w/HID option. My question is why can't I operate the fogs independently of the headlights? In S. Florida, anything that lets other drivers see you is a plusplusplus! I don't want to run my HIDs all day as DRL's but would like to have just the fogs on. Was told by dealer it was some sort of law, but then I see non-HID MO's out there running just the fogs and not the headlights. Even if I were to use the fogs for their intended purpose, it wouldn't make any sense to have the HID's on since they would just cause a blinding fog wall. Any options or thoughts on this? |
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| SyntaxSinner |
I recieved my Hoen Fog Lights...how the heck do I install them....what do i remove...
This is looking like a big job to do.....sheeeeeeeeeez!!! |
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| 03GatorSE |
quote:
Originally posted by Kris
here is the site: Hoen
You need XenonMatch. I ordered on line and they arrive a few days later. I like how they look.
However, at that time I did not see Sylvania SilverStar. Had I seen Sylvania I would have gone for them. They are appr. $38.00 at Walmart..
That price is still .25 more than the Hoens that including shipping and in my opinion the Hoens are better. Thanks. |
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| MuranoLvr |
quote:
Originally posted by midnitexpress
'03 w/HID option. My question is why can't I operate the fogs independently of the headlights? In S. Florida, anything that lets other drivers see you is a plusplusplus! I don't want to run my HIDs all day as DRL's but would like to have just the fogs on. Was told by dealer it was some sort of law, but then I see non-HID MO's out there running just the fogs and not the headlights. Even if I were to use the fogs for their intended purpose, it wouldn't make any sense to have the HID's on since they would just cause a blinding fog wall. Any options or thoughts on this?
I was able to do this on my Maxima. I basically tapped into the fuse box in the engine bay so that the fog lights had power whenever I had my parking lights on (as opposed to only having power when the headlights were on). So now I can turn on my parking lights and turn on/off my fogs. I guess it helps me be seen better, but I personally just like how it looks.
As a side note, I really don't consider these to be 'fog' lights, they are really just driving lights. True fog lights are yellow in output as it is not as reflective as white, to cut through the fog. |
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| Boobaba |
Read this entire thread hoping to find a link for replacing my fog light. NOT the bulb, the lens. It seems that I had the misfortune of FOD:foreign-object-damage:3:
The lens have a crack that seems to run across the entire length of it.
The Nissan dealer... they want $175+labor=$265 bucks.:moon:
Did a goole search and found only bulbs for sale.
I'll install it myself, I just need the part!
Thanks in advance............. |
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| Boobaba |
OK...................I guess no one has a clue.
I still think the dealers price is too much. |
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| Boobaba |
| JEEEESSSUUUSSSS!!!! |
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| Boobaba |
I thought it was something I said!!
I tried to remember that link 'cause I heard of it before.
You have my gratitude..............
It is amazing that no one but you have responded to this
cry for a little assistance. I am embarrased. |
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| GripperDon |
I just took out the sylvania Silverstars from my FOGS, 9006ST color temp 4000K at most, went to Hyper White 4200K from American Auto they are out now also What it takes to match the Osram Sylvania HID headlights, What comes with the MO from the factory, is at least a 4500K color temp but really 5000K would be better, Higher up in the 6000 to 7000k IS TOO violet. Grip :D
9006 is the configuration required for the MO fog, anything over 60 watts is going to start getting hot. The lamp is glass but everything around it is not.
Still looking for best lamp. |
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| GripperDon |
Finally bought some FOG LAMP BULBS AGAIN! Hope that 3rd time is the charm. This web site has a overwhelming supply of bulbs and the best prices I have seen. http://www.intakeone.com/Lighting/headlight_index.html
I ordered the KYO 4500K , 9006 let you know. GRIP :D
UPDATE THEY ARE GREAT !!!!!!!!!!!!!!UPDAT THEY ARE GREAT !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! |
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| ekaxel |
Here are my lights
L to R
Just fogs, fogs & parking, fogs parking and headlights
Headlights - stock D2S
Fogs - Koba 4800 $7.95 ea.
Parking - cheapest Xenon I could find about $0.99 ea |
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| midnitexpress |
| ekaxel...how'd you do it?! How'd you do it?! |
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| GripperDon |
| Anyone know a good location near the battery to get 12VDC when the Ignition is on? GRIP :D |
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| zebelkhan |
quote:
Originally posted by GripperDon
Anyone know a good location near the battery to get 12VDC when the Ignition is on? GRIP :D
I could not find one by the battery so I ran a wire up through the firewall (through the left side wiring harness rubber groumet near the brake booster) to inside fuse panel. |
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| GripperDon |
| :( Thanks for the input, That's what I was afraid of Grip. :( |
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| tenspeedpete |
Funny you should mention fog lights and PIAA bulbs, I just finished dealing with that exact fiasco as we speak!
I changed ALL the bulbs in my MO to PIAA Extreme White Plus. (Including all the interior dome lights, door lights, daytime running, this is one WORTHWHILE upgrade. Compare an original bulb in one map light and a PIAA in the other and you will be amazed. But I digress...!)
When I swapped out the original Sylvania 9006 foglight bulbs I found the new PIAA's I had wouldn't fit. After a lot of cursing and arm cramping I put the bulbs side by side and found that the overall length of the PIAA's is different (longer) and the refective cap in the foglight prevented them from being inserted all the way (the seat on the bulb is also longer). I emailed the tech people at PIAA and they confirmed that their bulbs aren't always 100% compatible in every situation and told me to return them where I bought them for a full refund. When I tried this the supplier told me there was no returning electrical components (in most cases this makes sense to me) and I had a big ordeal trying to get PIAA and the supplier to come to an agreement. It all worked out in the end, except for the fact that I'm now back to stock bulbs.
I see the Sylvania Silverstars and the PIAA Extreme White Plus bulbs are each 4000K, so I'm wondering if they will be a close enough match to look good with the PIAA's in the running lights above. Anybody know?
Mo YA!
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| GripperDon |
It depends on how picky you are, I tried Silverstars and APC and Auto parts, What I like is 4500K the others are IMO TOO WARM. SOOOO! I tried and tried UNTIL !!
http://www.intakeone.com/Lighting/headlight_index.html
I ordered the KYO 4500K , 9006 THEY ARE GREAT !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
IMO El perfecto match to HID headlights.
I used PILOT AmberWhites for turn singnals and PILOT 194 Kristal Whits Whites for the 194's Both of these from cardomain.com great service and quick deliver and for me no spys or spam.
I am now installing a Fog On selectable to normal auto function relay thingy so I have had a lot of practice removing the fogs and can even do the passenger side in about 8 minutes total.
GRIP :D |
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| GripperDon |
EKAXEL !! WOW I didn't know you went to 125watt from the 55watt standard, Did you have to change the fuse or relay rating etc. Seems I remember a pic you posted and they did look good, do you know the color temp? I might just order a pair to have. Thanks Grip :D
Woops*** Just read the full ad, as the little girl on light nite comedy show used to say "NEVER MIND" |
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| ekaxel |
| They really draw only the 55 watts. color temp is 4800 |
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| tenspeedpete |
Thanks for the info Gripper, hopefully you've saved me some time and hassle looking for a match to the HID's. Any tips on getting at the passenger side bulb? Same as driver side, but with a few more twists and turns (and cuts to your arm)? All I've done so far is pulled back the fender skirt to see what I'm up against...
Thanks,
TenSpeed |
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| SIM |
| tenspeedpete, there is only one way to easily get to this passenger side fog and I have seen it yesterday when my MO's engine and tranny were out of the way... :2: |
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| GripperDon |
Tenspeedpete
I have done it about 10 times now and it take me just minutes. As a number of posts of of other have pointed out the bolt that hold the fog lamp assembly in place is on the top of its housing.
I use a small (but not unusually so) rachet with about a 3" extension. I remove the front (front) mud flap and pull back the inner cover like you have done.
Non reach into THE SPACE ABOVE THE WASHER CONTAINER AND JUST BELOW THE HEADLIGHT HOUSING AND YOU WILL HAVE YOUR HAND RIGHT ON THE TOP OF THE FOG LAMP HOUSING, TOUCH THE HOLDING BOLT FOR LOCATION AND THEN BUT THE SOCKET on it , TURN AN, VOLIA! THE FOG LAMP IS LOOSE. NOW PRESS ON THE LAMP CONNECTOR TO PUSH THE LAMP LOOSE AND IT WILL FALL OUT THE FRONT (CAREFULL DON'T LET IT HIT THE GARAGE FLOOR)
GRIP :D |
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| tenspeedpete |
Thanks again Gripper, just a question though - Is it necessary to pop the whole light assembly out? I was able to simply swap out the bulb on the driver side without having to do this (or is it required because of the tighter fit on the other side?).
Another question you maybe can help me out with (especially if you have the service manual). How do you get at the reverse and rear license plate bulbs? Do you remove the inner liner on the rear hatch and get at them from the inside (I really can't imagine it would be that difficult) or do the lenses pry/popoff in some way that I haven't tried yet?
Thanks for the info...
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| GripperDon |
No you may not have to remove the complet lamp assembly. I did beacuse the bulb holder was so tightly clamped that it was much easier to remove the lamp that way. I also took the time to connect up a extra wire to the fog lamp hot side as I have been making a driver selectable fog lamp DTRL system that can run the fogs all the time the ignition is on or have the fog lamp act normally using the MO's computer control.
I hooked to the hot lead of the backup lamps bye just opening the small cover that is on the inside of the hatch right behind the license plate. Pop test, cut, splice and you are done, no liner to remove. This is also where I put my rear view camera stuff.
GRIP :D |
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| Jay |
Hey Grip,
The fogs you sent are great. Thanks. Now for the parking lights: I picked up a Xenon Chromes 194W bulbs (at local Autozone) at 5 watts thinking that they are about double the wattage so I could use them as a driving light.....They are the right color, but not as bright as the OEM's.
Searched the forums and can't find anything. Any good ideas?
Jay |
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| GripperDon |
YES PM MOpar he is THE expert on parking bulbs. I have a set of 6 point led that I got from Superbright that are a perfect match for the HID's and bright than the stock bulbs.
MOpar knows the number of the ones I have. However has tried a number of type including some that are bright enough to be headlamps. I think he has Amber leds currently. If he doesn't know my number I'll rummage around and find my old order. |
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| MOpar |
P lights
Jay
Centurion tried PIAA 168 Xtreme Whites. but he agreed that bright white parking lights looked to much like second headlights to on comming traffic.
Grip's WLED-W6 leds from superbrightleds.com have a good color match but not very bright.
I installed WLED-A6 leds (amber but showed yellow ) nice color, not bright enough. Found JamStrait.com Hyper-Bright Amber LEDs in
AutoZone good yellow, brighter than superbrights, not bright enough yet. Installed PIAA Plasma Ion 5 watts 168's, good brightness probably the best I am going to get in yellow, I like yellow parking. I found some 921NA 18 watts( natural amber glass ) Blazer brand in AutoZone, bright but not sure about extra heat from 18 watts.
I also tried clear
923 11 watts
921 18 watts, bright but not HID color.
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| Snow MO |
Mopar,
Did you happen to get pics of any of these?
Wow, you sure did try a lot. |
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| MOpar |
| Pictures of the lights haven't come out too good before, I will try again. |
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| Trev |
I'm going to try the Hoen's for the fog lights and mains. However the only 9007 available is the zenonmatch plus 80/100w. I e-mailed Hoen with my concerns about the higher wattage and they suggested a heavy duty wiring harness.
Is anyone running this wattage currently....opinions? |
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| MOpar |
| The fogs are 9006, so far stock wattage but xenon bulbs. |
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| Trev |
Yeah, no worries with the fogs, my concern is with the headlights.
MOpar, are you running HID's or upgraded aftermarket bulbs? |
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| KSmurano |
MOpar have you posted a pic?
I really like amber parking lights, any suggestions. |
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| Ragnorak |
im kinda having the same troubles as Trev
i was checking the local area for lights, and i found only two brands
Eaglite
Osram
now Osram is German quality and should be pretty g00d
my concerns are that they come in 90/100 Watt bulbs (for the 9006 fog lights and the 168/H7 parking lights).. i asked the guy at the shop that i should be buying it at 55 Watts, and even decreasing it to 51W like u guyz have been discussing..
he tells me that the car would Fix the Watt power on its own ?
i was like wtf? (excuse my language)
at 100 Watt it would definitly melt the glass as well if im correct ..
wut do you guyz suggest? i think the best thing is to go and buy myself sum online.. im gonna email Hoen, PIAA and see if they can send to my country.. |
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| jaak |
It might get warm but I doubt it would melt the glass... If anything, I'd worry more about the wiring harness, but even that's likely to be OK, if the fuse doesn't cook and blow after a while.
The parking lights, actually are glass with metal reflectors, unlike the headlights. |
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| Ragnorak |
ok.. i just talked to another d00d..
he got these Bulbs called Tesla which are German, and they're at 55 Watts .. ill check 'em out.l.
hopefully they'll do good results like the PIAA, Hoen, Silverstars, etc .. |
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