Konns Posted June 2, 2018 Share Posted June 2, 2018 (edited) Just picked up HID headlights from a crashed '09 for 20€ each. They need some polishing and renovation, but overall condition is very nice. http://i.imgur.com/G9v7V4B.jpg Also picked up the facelifted front bumper from the same car for 100€. It needs repaint in 39D but nothing else. I'm going to do something unusual with '07 fenders so I won't need facelifted ones. I want to know what I need to do with the wiring, fuses, relays and what parts do I need to make it work and I want them positioned correctly. I will be deleting both headlight washers. My stock pre-facelift headlights are halogen. Also, we are forced to have our lowbeams as DRL except the car has it otherwise stock. Parts needed: - headlight bracket (got one so I will try to fabricate the other) - ... Thanks in advance for every advice. Edited June 3, 2018 by Konns Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xt2005bonbon Posted June 3, 2018 Share Posted June 3, 2018 We all hate you. What a deal! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rougeben83 Posted July 9, 2018 Share Posted July 9, 2018 Check, but i think you'll need the matching fenders too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Konns Posted July 10, 2018 Author Share Posted July 10, 2018 Still in the process of collecting minor parts. And about those fenders... I would like to fill the gap with a similar solution to maintain some optical width. http://thedrivershub.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/audi_rs5_01-862x485.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arsene Posted July 16, 2018 Share Posted July 16, 2018 Damn, those look nice! I'm jealous. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Konns Posted July 31, 2018 Author Share Posted July 31, 2018 From a different thread: Konns, aren't you the one who scored some super cheap EDM headlights in mint conditions? If yes, can you find me another pair pleeeeeease? spin: Actually, I found out that the left one had a cracked case and a lot of hidden cracks inside, so I took it apart and tried to repair it. Worked out well-ish, but the headlight needs some touches. I'm going to sell it for at least 50-70€. Also the right one, but for much more money given the almost perfect condition (and it will be perfect after my DIY sorcery) I decided to go facelifted but halogen... because of a "used HID relay market shortage", there's literally not a single cheap option to go, and honestly, I was too brave on this project but I have zero time to do the wiring....... aaand because I realised that to have it compliant with the state inspection I need to keep washers untouched, meaning I would need to do the liquid tubing, wiring for the pumps and so on... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xt2005bonbon Posted July 31, 2018 Share Posted July 31, 2018 Oh that's too bad. Soooo the next question is, where are you getting your next set of facelift (halogen) headlights then? I am sure you can find another set for me no? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Konns Posted July 31, 2018 Author Share Posted July 31, 2018 Well... Poland. I'm going to check the whole polish internet or travel here if necessary, it's like 1-2 hours to the nearest border crossing. HIDs are from the Czech Republic. Nice thing about Central Europe is that we are so close to each other, it's just bad I do not understand hungarian which could have been another option. I will send you a PM if I'm successful. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xt2005bonbon Posted July 31, 2018 Share Posted July 31, 2018 . Yes, PM! At the moment, I could source the JDM version but I don't want to deal with switching the lens, or adjusting the aiming and stuff like that. I'd rather just use the EDM and be done with it. And make sure to post a pic of your facelift! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevenva Posted August 24, 2018 Share Posted August 24, 2018 You may want to keep the headlamp washers if it's not too much of a PITA. Halogens don't need them in snow due to the heat they put out. HIDs put out very little heat compared to Halogens and snow buildup may be an issue. RIP 96 Legacy 2.2 4EAT lost reverse @ 374,000 miles Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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