hey guys, jambee again...
question, im just planning on changing the bulbs for my foglights and headlights, i got the stock regulars, not the HID, anyone got any suggestions on good bulbs, not kits... thanks

2003 G35 Black on Black w/ Sport Tuned & Sunroof

JaMbEe~

 

any hid simulated bulbs are good. concerning the wattage don't go too crazy, don't go more than 85 watts. personally piaa bulbs are way over priced, you can get bulbs that are hecka lot cheaper. hyper-industry, showoff bulbs are alright. ebay for less than $20.

Friends don't let friends drive stock

 

Well, other may be chaeper, but the PIAA's have a full 1 year warranty.

I have them, and i sell them.

Frank
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Subject: Re: XENON headlights

any hid simulated bulbs are good. concerning the wattage don't go too crazy, don't go more than 85 watts. personally piaa bulbs are way over priced, you can get bulbs that are hecka lot cheaper.

 

Hey I'd be careful going more than stock wattage. I had 85w bulbs in my old 2000 xterra and after a few months, the sockets of the headlamps melted and I had to get it fixed. I was lucky tho. There was a guy who had melted his entire harness. I don't know how good the wiring harness on our G's is but I wouldn't take the chance if I were you. Since the G was designed for HIDs it might sustain more wattage on the harness since HIDs use about 70w on startup and then 35w after that for continuous driving. But keep this in mind when upgrading to higher wattage bulbs. You could play it safe by getting an high wattage wiring harness installed aftermarket. APC makes one and they can handle up to 90w. Hope this helps.

 

The PIAA bulbs run with the standard 55/66w. PIAA optimizes the gases in the bulbs to burn a whiter light, thus seemingly running at a higher wattage....

You should have no issues with the PIAA bulbs..

Frank
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866 292 5362

<P ID="edit"><FONT class="small"><EM>Edited by G35Spot on 09/15/02 12:49 PM.</EM></FONT></P>

 

Jambee,

I just recently installed the Sylvania Siler Stars for the Fog/High and they are brighter than the HKS ones I installed for the Lows. You can order the Silver Stars from their web site http://www.sylvania.com/auto/silverstar.htm
Part Number 9003ST shipping is free and by FedEx 2 day. They currently do not make the H1 replacements for the Low beams in Silver Stars. BTW the 9003STs are rated 55-65W but light output is 4000K. So there should not be an issue with heat, the stock lights got pretty hot too. Having placed my hand on the light housing after a long drive.[img]/w3timages/icons/smile.gif[/img]


Merlin.

 

You can order them online through Sylvania @

http://orderxenarc.sylvania.com/orde...=9162002102342

Pearl White/Graphite, loaded except Aero & Navigation

 

G35Guy,
To answer your questions.
1- It will take you about an hour overall to change the bulbs on both sides. This includes jacking up the car one side at a time and pulling 6 clips and 2 screws on each side. This is the easiest way to change them, gives you more space to work, so you do not screw up your nice new bulbs.[img]/w3timages/icons/smile.gif[/img]
2- I replaced the Low H1s with HKS bulbs, they are OK but I think the Silver Stars are 'Whiter', unfortunately Sylvania does not currently make a replacement for H1s in Silver Stars.
3- Overall with both sets replaced I am happy with the results. I do think though that I have to adjust my beams to point a little higher.
4- The reflection off the lenses causes a crisscross pattern of lines to be noticeable by me, but this cannot be changed unless you install the 'coupe' light assembly. Now there's a thought!![img]/w3timages/icons/smile.gif[/img]
5- If you want to have different lights for your low beams, I would recommend the CATZ or the HKS bulbs.

See ya.


Merlin.

 

With the HKS the Lows were noticeably brighter than stock with what looks like a slight purple tint when compared to the light the Silver Stars gives off, against a white wall.


Merlin.

 

i have PIAA Super Plasma HID blub for my fogs

comparing to my HID, i think it's not getting enough voltage...
the HID is white, and the fog light is purplish. and the high beam is near the color of the HID.


2003 Nissan Skyline 350GT
2002 BMW M3 SMG2
2002 Subaru Impreza WRX

 

I put the Showoff brand in my little borther's car and they are great. They are a very nice color...not too blue or purple. I believe they also had a year warranty.

 

You should definitely save your money and get some projector lights. No cap.