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loong · 06-15-2012, 07:15 PM

So before I got a chance to shoot the FRS I posted in photo/video thread, I was able to capture a step by step instruction of how to install an HID kit into the FRS.

Brand:
Alumina Xenon H11 6000k

Unplug the factory bulbs, and remove them from the harness plug.

Take the two prong connectors from the Alumina H11 bulbs and plug them into the factory harness plug.

Connect the plugs from the Alumina H11 bulbs to the Alumina S2 ballasts.

Take the remaining plugs from the Alumina H11 plugs and connect them with the remaining plugs from the Alumina S2 ballast.

Turn on your headlights to check if all your plugs are connects properly. If the bulb does not ignite, reverse the two prong connected to the harness.

Once you have checked all your connections, and everything is working, use electrical tape to secure the prongs to the harness plug.

Plug the Alumina H11 bulbs back into the factory socket.

Find the supplied zap straps

Zap strap any loose wire and lines to de-clutter your engine bay.

Mount your ballast to a secure location using either double sided tape or zap straps. The ballast was mounted to the frame using double sided tape.

Before and After

86_ZN6 · 06-15-2012, 07:36 PM

Nice write up!

But Did you adjust the squirrel finders for the HIDs?

tonystewart · 06-15-2012, 07:47 PM

Mash those metal pieces (squirrel finders) hard

Turbowned · 06-25-2012, 11:54 AM

How much was the kit?

Want.FR-S · 06-25-2012, 12:23 PM

How is your light cut-off on the top?

Dragon86 · 06-25-2012, 01:59 PM

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Originally Posted by tonystewart

Mash those metal pieces (squirrel finders) hard

What are these squirrel finders lol? are they in the hosuing somewhere?

Mr.Jay · 06-25-2012, 02:07 PM

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Originally Posted by Dragon86

What are these squirrel finders lol? are they in the hosuing somewhere?

They are used to reflect light a certain way if you bend them then it creates a much better cutoff for pnp HID in Halogen porjector housings.

Dragon86 · 06-25-2012, 02:18 PM

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Originally Posted by Mr.Jay

They are used to reflect light a certain way if you bend them then it creates a much better cutoff for pnp HID in Halogen porjector housings.

I know what your saying, but i need a Visual image to see what it is.

Mr.Jay · 06-25-2012, 02:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Dragon86

I know what your saying, but i need a Visual image to see what it is.

google it

http://www.3gwrx.com/forum/index.php?topic=13416.0

Dragon86 · 06-25-2012, 04:02 PM

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Originally Posted by Mr.Jay

google it

http://www.3gwrx.com/forum/index.php?topic=13416.0

Thanks man, now i know what it is.

beefalo · 07-06-2012, 08:46 PM

Where did you get these and how much were they?

Synack · 07-17-2012, 01:41 PM

Can someone post a link to where to buy this or similar Xenons that won't F up

RRnold · 07-17-2012, 01:52 PM

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Originally Posted by loong

Take the two prong connectors from the Alumina H11 bulbs and plug them into the factory harness plug.

Once you have checked all your connections, and everything is working, use electrical tape to secure the prongs to the harness plug.

Sorry to rant but I hate these ghetto ass kits that don't even provide the OEM connectors.

Synack · 07-17-2012, 02:11 PM

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Originally Posted by RRnold

Sorry to rant but I hate these ghetto ass kits that don't even provide the OEM connectors.

There probably aren't any kits that fit the stock connector. Does anyone know if the Scion tC and xB have the same harness connector as the FR-S? That would save a lot of trouble.

raz0rbladez909 · 07-17-2012, 02:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Synack

There probably aren't any kits that fit the stock connector. Does anyone know if the Scion tC and xB have the same harness connector as the FR-S? That would save a lot of trouble.

It's just a H11 bulb, nothing different than the tC . Usually it's just with the really cheap or "universal" kits that only come with the standard prong types that require you to do this. Any slightly above average company should send out the proper H11 connectors.

Synack · 07-17-2012, 02:27 PM

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Originally Posted by raz0rbladez909

It's just a H11 bulb, nothing different than the tC . Usually it's just with the really or "universal" cheap kits that only come with the standard prong types that require you to do this. Any slightly above average company should send out the proper H11 connectors.

Oh are you saying every good H11 connector is the same for the bulb connector to the factory harness?
Like I'm trying to see if these would work.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Xenon-5000K-...ht_5740wt_1139

tonystewart · 07-17-2012, 02:57 PM

Retrofit Source, 3B Specialties all offer "complete" connectors!

raz0rbladez909 · 07-17-2012, 03:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Synack

Oh are you saying every good H11 connector is the same for the bulb connector to the factory harness?
Like I'm trying to see if these would work.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Xenon-5000K-...ht_5740wt_1139

Yes, all cars that use H11 bulbs will also be using the same connector. I can't view ebay while at work but typically most of those universal kits are made in the same place. I would personally look for something that offers a warranty because it is common for those kits to have bad components.

Synack · 07-17-2012, 03:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by raz0rbladez909

Yes, all cars that use H11 bulbs will also be using the same connector. I can't view ebay while at work but typically most of those universal kits are made in the same place. I would personally look for something that offers a warranty because it is common for those kits to have bad components.

This one has 2 year warranty and 7 day return on DOA items. Sounds good to me.

RRnold · 07-17-2012, 04:09 PM

If you are going to with a PnP HID kit, might as well get the kit with the oem connectors. That's how you can tell the lower grade kits from the decent ones.

Synack · 07-17-2012, 04:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RRnold

If you are going to with a PnP HID kit, might as well get the kit with the oem connectors. That's how you can tell the lower grade kits from the decent ones.

Right but how can you tell if the kit has the OEM connector or not. There are none out there designed for the FR-S under $100. And I'm sure theres thousands of generics that'll fit but nobody has yet to answer that question. I'm not about to buy one of our vendor's slim versions that basically the same setup as one on eBay but three times the price. As long as everything clicks and works for 4+ years I'm good.

RRnold · 07-17-2012, 05:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Synack

Right but how can you tell if the kit has the OEM connector or not. There are none out there designed for the FR-S under $100. And I'm sure theres thousands of generics that'll fit but nobody has yet to answer that question. I'm not about to buy one of our vendor's slim versions that basically the same setup as one on eBay but three times the price. As long as everything clicks and works for 4+ years I'm good.

They are all made in China but I know DDM and Slim Cubby have the H11 kits that have the oem connectors.

06-15-2012, 07:15 PM	#1
loong Junior Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Drives: 98'DC2R Location: Richmond, BC Posts: 9 Thanks: 0 Thanked 48 Times in 7 Posts Mentioned: 0 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	HID Conversion DIY So before I got a chance to shoot the FRS I posted in photo/video thread, I was able to capture a step by step instruction of how to install an HID kit into the FRS. Brand: Alumina Xenon H11 6000k Unplug the factory bulbs, and remove them from the harness plug. Take the two prong connectors from the Alumina H11 bulbs and plug them into the factory harness plug. Connect the plugs from the Alumina H11 bulbs to the Alumina S2 ballasts. Take the remaining plugs from the Alumina H11 plugs and connect them with the remaining plugs from the Alumina S2 ballast. Turn on your headlights to check if all your plugs are connects properly. If the bulb does not ignite, reverse the two prong connected to the harness. Once you have checked all your connections, and everything is working, use electrical tape to secure the prongs to the harness plug. Plug the Alumina H11 bulbs back into the factory socket. Find the supplied zap straps Zap strap any loose wire and lines to de-clutter your engine bay. Mount your ballast to a secure location using either double sided tape or zap straps. The ballast was mounted to the frame using double sided tape. Before and After

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