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thinkin of gettin HIDS for the first time

Old Oct 7, 2012 | 07:59 AM
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thinkin of gettin HIDS for the first time

which HIDs should i get 8000k or 10,000 k will it effect my 10yr /100,000 warrenty if i get HID,s ? and will the 8000k or 10,000 k burn the light cover,s ? im all new to this . i got 2011 lancer regular stock.
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Old Oct 7, 2012 | 08:07 AM
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I personally wont go any higher than 6k. I currently have 5k and am very happy with them. Anything above 6k is trash for light output. Also, you should be fine with a 35 watt hid kit. Google DDM tuning. They have decent kits at reasonable prices.

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Old Oct 7, 2012 | 09:58 AM
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i know a spot in Long island they only charge 80 dollars any kind of HId,s i want with 1 yr warrenty . but im not sure how much they charge with installation because i dont know how to install it myself
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Old Oct 10, 2012 | 08:35 AM
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Yep -stay with 35W and 5K or 6K lights.
Get good ballasts - the el cheapo ones i have ruin radio reception. Look for EMI 'shielding' feature.

Lastly, you need a harness (JRox) to bypass the daytime running lights (DRLs) to prevent flicker.

No 'flashing' from other drivers, so the beam pattern is still acceptable.
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Old Oct 10, 2012 | 04:17 PM
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the retrofit source = A+++
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Old Oct 10, 2012 | 05:15 PM
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HIDPlanet! Stay away from DDM by whatever means necessary.
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Old Oct 11, 2012 | 06:37 PM
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thanks guys i got The Precision from Japan Xenon Hids 8000k i love them bright up the street nice.. soon ill take pics ..Thanks for the help guys.. i got 1 year warrenty from the auto shop on parts and labor.
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Old Oct 11, 2012 | 06:41 PM
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Originally Posted by bluedevil500
HIDPlanet! Stay away from DDM by whatever means necessary.
Why? I have had a few sets of DDM kits and have all turned out great. I was so pleased with the quality on my IX, that I installed them on my X.
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Old Oct 25, 2012 | 04:39 PM
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Originally Posted by Evo Izzy
Why? I have had a few sets of DDM kits and have all turned out great. I was so pleased with the quality on my IX, that I installed them on my X.
Same here, plus a lifetime guarantee!
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Old Oct 25, 2012 | 08:06 PM
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I would say 6k. I would look into getting some projectors retro fitted or ATLEAST some Depo headlights with projectors. I hate using HIDs and regular reflector housings.
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Old Oct 25, 2012 | 11:58 PM
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6k at most you should go..and i suggest a 55w digital kit..its way better than the 35w
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Old Oct 26, 2012 | 06:50 AM
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If u want a factory look go with 4300k. No amount will burn the light covers if fitted right, if not it may heat up and stick to your light cover if it gets loose, i put 55W 4300k and they are just fine, the fogs aswell are 100%, shouldnt affect your warrenty either(if installed correctly)
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Old Oct 26, 2012 | 06:53 AM
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I honestly wouldn't go over 8,000K. I've always bought mine from DDM and have never had a problem with them.
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Old Oct 26, 2012 | 07:01 AM
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5000k is sunlight and it gives you most usable light for our eyes. Anything more is beyond our spectrum and is just a waist, 8000k is for the guys who want to look cool

DDM kits have great reviews and I've had mine for about 3 years no problems. VVME is also a good "low cost" option

The proper way is theretrofitsource

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Old Oct 27, 2012 | 12:35 AM
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get 6k. Get the cheapest you can find off ebay. Hid kits are hid kits. Would never pay more than $40 for them. Had mine for more than a year and no problems
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