Hid Questions

Hid Questions

Could anyone tell me what I would need to get a real HID lighting system in my 04 corolla? Im clueless in this department and want to know how much everything would run me, everything I need, how much installation is, how long they last, and the different colors available..I know its alot but like I said, I dont know shit about these things.....

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If you want to do it RIGHT, you need<br />
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Projector Lenses<br />
Bulbs<br />
Ballasts<br />
Spare set of headlight enclosures, cuz this project takes time<br />
Misc. Tools/Hardware<br />
Lots of creativity<br />
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I recently installed mine, w/a lot of help from Sean: Sylvania Xenarc bulbs, Osram Ballasts, Osram/Valeo ECE/DOT Projectors...<br />
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the output is AMAZING, but would be no where near as amazing w/o the lenses. Don't fall for those &quot;plug and pray&quot; HID kits that come in specific sizes like 9006 or H4, cuz a) the output won't be as nice, and b) it'll blind the HELL out of everyone and c) you'll probably get pulled over, real fast. Lenses create a nice sharp cutoff that you can aim so you don't blind other poor drivers. <br />
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That still doesn't make it 100% legal, you would need auto leveling motors, but that's not exactly feasible given the amount of room we have under the hood. <br />
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It took me about 6 hours to install, it's a 6000k kit (so far, it's nicer and whiter than all the infinitis and bmw's i've passed on the freeway), and cost a good arm and a leg (I think all items included, plus hardware and spare housings, it ran about $8-900).<br />
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Lemme know if you want pics

haha nice.

pics would be nice.

so which number goes with what color? plus what is the legal limit?

definitley want pics........now whats the difference between 6000k and the other ones out there....do the numbers determine how bright the light is?

Numbers determine the light output color... Ever notice how some are blue, white, purple?

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I believe OEM Factory HID's, lets say on a 3-Series BMW or a G35 are about 4300K. If I drive up next to one of them my lights are significantly whiter. 6000K has a slightly more blueish hue but looks pure white on the ground. Any higher and you'll be sacrificing lumens (amount of light output) for color. Any HID will give you a purple-ish tint when looking head on if thats what you're after. <br />
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I'll post pics after work!<br />
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And legal limit? As long as your lights don't look off the wall, I wouldn't worry about it.

i think im getting the hang of this but 8-900 bucks? damm...whats the lifespan and warranty of these bad boys anway?

Should outlast the life of your vehicle.
The output has a little glare that hopefully my shrouds will take care of, as soon as they arrive.

this is definately the way to go if u want true hid...i'ms sure u all have seen mine as well...i had them done in october

that looks hot.........how much would installation be if i brought it to a shop?

they r plug in play lights...if u want the best in HID quality, u will get custom hid projectors...trust me, they r well worth it, everyday i drive around and am amazed everytime

http://www.hidexpress.com/index.asp...CATS&Category=2

how are these?

mine's a 2000 rolla bro

yeah, sean2sean hooked me up w/all the parts. def. contact him! I live 120 miles away but hey, it was DEFINATELY worth it.

if you do this, aim them right.

my bad, i didnt even glance @ your car I just assumed it was the older gen...he let u get the 6000k? he told me I couldnt cuz they were in the process of remaking them @ the time cuz the manufacturer was having problems of them blowing out early...but maybe they fixed it already...let me know cuz i told him i wanted 2 get the 6000k as soon as they came out again

haha...sean and i did a hell of an aiming job on mine...lol....
sddynamix did he tell u bout mine?

where would you get custom ones done?

I've got an 8000k HID kit in my 03. I'm using the factory headlight housings still. I do blind the shit outta people, but you can't aim them enough to not blind people.

Someday i'll get some projectors....

i got an 04 and im in NYC.....you know anybody in the tri state area who could be of assistance?

i recommend buying an extra set of lights off ebay for cheap and sending them over to sean, here in CA, u will be glad u did

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lol yeah he did, i also got to see lilhunnie's retro also, very clean and professional. I think they just came out w/new lenses + 6000k's when i asked him to get the parts for me.<br />
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i HIGHLY recommend sean for the job.

what is the total cost for Sean to do it? i would love 4300k.
Or at least a real close guess?

sorry guys... ive been out of the country for a bit... missed vvti... lol...

ne ways... steve, check ur pm... sorry bout the delay...

and justin, check ur pm also... and yes they have the 2nd gen 6k out now.

and if u guys need parts... just let me know and ill hook u guys up with em.

how much will it cost for 98-00, Do I get all the parts I need to make this go in my car?

Shit! $1000 bucks! Whoa give me a year and i'll hit you up