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07-25-2012, 10:48 PM | #1 |
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High Beams
So I just installed my HID kit on my FR-S and I'm very happy with it. Looks 1,000,000x better than stock. Only bad thing is that now when my high beams are on, they (being yellow) mix with the white HIDs and I don't really like the look. So my question is, is there any way to swap the stock Yellow HB3 bulb to a white one? Im savvy when it comes to body parts but lighting, not even close haha. If anyone could help me out, I'd appreciate it.
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Sylvania SilverStar zXe's claim to be really white.
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07-26-2012, 06:32 AM | #4 |
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Awesome. Thanks for the info, man. Probably just end up switching to a whiter halogen bulb. Anyone know where I can find a white hb3 bulb? Googled it and not much popped up besides high beam HIDs. Thanks!
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Ok so I need a final opinion: Sylvania Silverstar Ultra, GE Nighthawks, or Osram Night Breakers. ANybody ever used any of these and recommend/not recommend them? Want to order tonight so if anybody has an opinion, Id appreciate it!
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As a point of interest, if you were to swap out the halogen bulbs, make sure you wear latex gloves as the oil from your skin can severely diminish the lifespan of the bulb. One option I forgot to mention are Philips HIR bulbs, which are essentially considered second to none. I believe the high beams on the FR-S are 9005s, so it should work. http://store.candlepower.com/9011.html |
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MTEC Super White or Cosmo Blue bulbs. Good stuff
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If you want the best of the best buy PIAA. Otherwise MTEC is my go-to for halogens.
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DC-FRS: Just wanted to let you know that I carry the Philips DiamonVision 5000k halogen super white bulbs, Nokya Arctic White 7000k super white halogen bulbs and Super White LEDs for the high beams. PM for more details and your special pricing as a returning customer. =)
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Holy cow this is an old thread haha. I ended up going with a white LED bulb. It does kind of eliminate high beams, but my HIDs are so bright that they're brighter than my stock high beams anyway. Got mine from a vendor on here in the classifieds section. If you'd like, I can go check which one and let you know!
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Yeah, you can tell if they're on or off. If that's your use, LEDs will do!
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