Trumpy Posted August 31, 2004 Share Posted August 31, 2004 Hi all, Yes, the kit I have put in are 6000K, and they definitely have a purplish tinge on the road. I am currently investigating trying a 5000K globe, as I would prefer a white light, not a purple tinge. Still, there is an improvement over the stock lights, with a usable beam being projected further down the road. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drift Monkey Posted August 31, 2004 Share Posted August 31, 2004 [quote name='VTECorona'][quote name='bigbadboss101']I like white lights. the Audi's are more purple/blue. The older Acura's are a little pink. If I recall correctly, some of the Lexus SUVs have nice bright HIDs.[/quote] All OEM HID is 4300k, the housing (reflector\projector) is what affects the color output. The actual light is white, the purple/blue comes from the cut-off of the beam. Theres more about it at [url]www.hidforum.com[/url][/quote] I don't know if there is any truth to this but I do know that differnt bulbs burn at different kelvin ratings. This translates from white (4100k) to blue (5000k) to purple (6000K+) colors. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
agctr Posted August 31, 2004 Share Posted August 31, 2004 Hmm that is interesting thanks Trumpy. Just curious now to see how the 5K globes go but glad to hear you say that they are an improvement over the stocks. Adam. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Subawho Posted September 1, 2004 Share Posted September 1, 2004 (sorry noob here) I don't know if I'm jumping into this thread a little late, but my question was: were there any concerns about the HID bulbs wokring with the existing projector housings? also, Weasel/Trumpy, do you have a link to where you purchased your stuff? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drift Monkey Posted September 1, 2004 Share Posted September 1, 2004 [quote name='Subawho?'](sorry noob here) I don't know if I'm jumping into this thread a little late, but my question was: were there any concerns about the HID bulbs wokring with the existing projector housings? also, Weasel/Trumpy, do you have a link to where you purchased your stuff?[/quote] Shouldn't be as they are the correct projector pattern and not reflector type housings... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Subawho Posted September 2, 2004 Share Posted September 2, 2004 Any ideas where Weasel and Trumpy bought theirs?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
agctr Posted September 3, 2004 Share Posted September 3, 2004 I think Weasel purchased in the States and Trumpy got his from Downunder. Adam. Still waiting on price lists Trumpy and Weasel ! Adam. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Weasel Posted September 3, 2004 Share Posted September 3, 2004 Sorry I'm late. This one is a plug and play kit. If you decide to install a set, get a few 12" tie wraps to secure the ballasts to the inner fender well. The auction says it's a 4700k but the bulb has a 5000k tag. Not a deal breaker for me. As always, good luck [url]http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=7918376749&category=36476[/url] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
agctr Posted September 3, 2004 Share Posted September 3, 2004 Thanks Weasel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Subawho Posted September 3, 2004 Share Posted September 3, 2004 don't mean to have endless questions, but does anyone have any input on whether this mod could/might cause questions with regard to wrranty? thanks for the info.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
agctr Posted September 3, 2004 Share Posted September 3, 2004 Hmm good point. At the end of the day you are replacing the power system to the lights, not a drain, just replacing. Cant see it causing any problems but Im sure Subaru will want to change yr mind in that way. Adam. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D-2.5-GT Posted September 3, 2004 Share Posted September 3, 2004 Unless they are doing the work...then they can charge you with ridiculous labor fees... :evil: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
agctr Posted September 3, 2004 Share Posted September 3, 2004 Im hearing u there, anything to charge for something else. Just be careful to when u go to the dealership, check yr rims for scrapes and rubs, its common trust me. Adam. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ken S Posted September 3, 2004 Share Posted September 3, 2004 [quote name='Subawho?']don't mean to have endless questions, but does anyone have any input on whether this mod could/might cause questions with regard to wrranty? thanks for the info..[/quote] In the US, a dealer can not deny you warranty repair unless they can prove that the modification had a direct impact on the item of question. However, it's only natural for a dealer to approach a vehicle with lots of obvious mods with suspicion. Ken Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
agctr Posted September 3, 2004 Share Posted September 3, 2004 I think that is the case anywhere in the world Ken, although some dealerships try and pull the olde wool over yr eyes and tell you its going to cost. Adam. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrGT Posted September 13, 2004 Share Posted September 13, 2004 Weasel: What did you do with your DRL? I am a little worried because they are "obligatory" here in Canada. Maybe re-route them to the high beams??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drift Monkey Posted September 14, 2004 Share Posted September 14, 2004 [quote name='DrGT']Weasel: What did you do with your DRL? I am a little worried because they are "obligatory" here in Canada. Maybe re-route them to the high beams???[/quote] Just drive with your lights on the "on" position all the time. Silly Canadians... :P Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mmanus88 Posted September 18, 2004 Share Posted September 18, 2004 My cousin sells HID kits and aftermarket PIAA, Hella, JDM, etc., lamp kits for a living. He has accumulated a 4 digit feedback on ebay and 99% of it is positive. If you check out his new website, which is almost done [url]www.blinglights.com[/url] he has HID kits from Japan with warranty. By the way he has done group buys for various other car forums and I can get him to work something out for us. His email is [email]manus198@yahoo.com[/email] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gt_ltd Posted September 18, 2004 Share Posted September 18, 2004 mmanus88, whats your cousin got for the 05 Legacy? This Space For Rent Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mmanus88 Posted September 18, 2004 Share Posted September 18, 2004 i beleive they are all standard fit, depending on what you buy obviosuly. the HID kits should fit fine in teh legacy's housing, my cousin includes documentation and frequently asked questions on his ebay site. [url]http://cgi6.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewSellersOtherItems&userid=wwwblinglightscom&completed=0&sort=3&since=-1[/url] each diffferent item has a unique description with the freqeuntly asked questions to go along with it. if you have any more questions you can email him, the adress is provided at his website+ebay site. i will definately be buying my HIDs from him. the 8k+ kelvin rating produces a very blue (almost purple) glow that is quite a site. good stuff :wink: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Der 5er Posted September 18, 2004 Share Posted September 18, 2004 [quote name='Drift Monkey']differences can be seen here: [url]http://www.xenonfactory.com/products/hid/philips.htm[/url] Any deviation from pure white light negatively effects total light output.[/quote] DM, As I'm sure you are aware, daylight temperature is 6500K. So the previously mentioned 4100K would not be the pure white light you refer to. D stirring Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deer Killer Posted September 18, 2004 Share Posted September 18, 2004 [quote name='Der 5er'][quote name='Drift Monkey']differences can be seen here: [url]http://www.xenonfactory.com/products/hid/philips.htm[/url] Any deviation from pure white light negatively effects total light output.[/quote] DM, As I'm sure you are aware, daylight temperature is 6500K. So the previously mentioned 4100K would not be the pure white light you refer to. D stirring[/quote] It depends on what time of day and what are the conditions. 6500k you could get on a cloudy day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Der 5er Posted September 18, 2004 Share Posted September 18, 2004 Mid-day, slightly overcast. 6500K (D65) it the white reference point for photography and video (and not only consumer grade). Obviously, morning and late afternoon have cooler temperatures (~3500K). D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mmanus88 Posted September 18, 2004 Share Posted September 18, 2004 *edit* for quick access to the HID page, here [url]http://www.blinglights.com/hid.html[/url] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drift Monkey Posted September 19, 2004 Share Posted September 19, 2004 [quote name='Der 5er'][quote name='Drift Monkey']differences can be seen here: [url]http://www.xenonfactory.com/products/hid/philips.htm[/url] Any deviation from pure white light negatively effects total light output.[/quote] DM, As I'm sure you are aware, daylight temperature is 6500K. So the previously mentioned 4100K would not be the pure white light you refer to. D stirring[/quote] I'm aware of that, but 4100k is the most usable wavelength output from the sun. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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