Remove amber film on headlights

[MaxQ]

Crono, they look spectacular on Black!

So does the HID resolve the overheating issue for the H7s?

[Crono0001]

Drove around with it all day. Haven't seen any cracks yet. I know for a fact that the HIDs are not as hot as halogens as they don't melt snow. I'll take some more pictures at night... I can't stop looking at her.

A few things:
The fit is near perfect. There isn't a seal at the bottom but unless you were looking for it, you wouldn't notice it.
The quality is excellent. The thing is lighter than the stock BOSCHE lights. They're also very sturdy as a one piece replacement. No flimsy triangles. You can see the wires inbetween the housing cracks but you won't see it unless you REALLY look for it.
My light came without high beam housings... so I have no high beams for now. Trying to get that sorted out with JezzSB.
The HID retrofit was the hardest part... but it was done within an hour. These things are definitely worth your money if you want an alternative to litronics. The turn signals and LED accents are the best part. Certainly a head turner.

[cbbepop]

How do you like the cutoff and beam pattern?

I've known of some aftermarket projectors that have worst light output than oem halogen believe it or not cause it throws the lights into a few hot spots and are uneven, not to mention glare for oncoming drivers.

[Crono0001]

The cutoff isn't as good as my brother's 996 or my mom's Merc C300... but it still works. But the light output compared to my OEM lights is definitely higher (both using HIDs).

Then again, I have my HID fogs, which blind everyone on the road if I ever decide to.

[Crono0001]

a carbon fiber RUF front bumper is on its way
no need to paint the grills

[kyleturner2020]

so my car has HIDs and headlight washers. Will these lights still work with that setup? Or what would need to be done to make it work.

Thanks for any info

[Crono0001]

Originally Posted by kyleturner2020

so my car has HIDs and headlight washers. Will these lights still work with that setup? Or what would need to be done to make it work.

Thanks for any info

No. You'll need to purchase completely new HID bulbs. Window washers will also not work with this setup.

[kyleturner2020]

Originally Posted by Crono0001

No. You'll need to purchase completely new HID bulbs. Window washers will also not work with this setup.

need to find a way to make it work. I think these will look crazy good on my car.

[tuanle16]

i am having problems with fitment. i can't seem to get them to "lock" in. tony fury said he had to dremel his. anyone else having this issue? i tried to force it and still could not "lock" it. it never clicked and i nearly bent the small tool that comes with the box trying. i am afraid if i brake hard enough, the darn thing will just fly right off. as it is now, i can toggle it loose and pull it out.

[mcomet]

I am with Kyle on this one... I have litronic and washers as well. But these led lights really upgrade the look of the car to more modern. Not sure what to do about removal of washers tho I imagine it would be possible. The other question tho is if this is made for non HID setups would the actual connectors or wiring be different?

Otoh I might keep my lamps for a while but I am curious ....

[SF-Rockster]

Originally Posted by mcomet

I am with Kyle on this one... I have litronic and washers as well. But these led lights really upgrade the look of the car to more modern. Not sure what to do about removal of washers tho I imagine it would be possible. The other question tho is if this is made for non HID setups would the actual connectors or wiring be different?

Otoh I might keep my lamps for a while but I am curious ....

If you buy a set of the LED HL you can sell me yours.

[kyleturner2020]

I was just wondering about the connectors as well....

[mcomet]

I contacted them. The reply I got is that the connectors will be the same. However of course doing HID on these means a separate ballast kit as opposed to our current litronics. Also if you have washers like me that will cp,rout with the light, I am or sure what will need to happen to close up the connector feeding the fluid for that. Maybe crimp somehow?

This might be enough to dissuade me for while. The OEM stock litronics are actually valued more than these.. Something to keep in mind. I am curious to know if I anyone who actually had stock HIDs had done this mod and what their thoughts are...

[kyleturner2020]

interesting, thanks. My headlights become hazed every few months so I was looking into this. I wonder how hard it is to just remove the whole washer system?

Originally Posted by mcomet

I contacted them. The reply I got is that the connectors will be the same. However of course doing HID on these means a separate ballast kit as opposed to our current litronics. Also if you have washers like me that will cp,rout with the light, I am or sure what will need to happen to close up the connector feeding the fluid for that. Maybe crimp somehow?

This might be enough to dissuade me for while. The OEM stock litronics are actually valued more than these.. Something to keep in mind. I am curious to know if I anyone who actually had stock HIDs had done this mod and what their thoughts are...

[Michiganstar]

There really is no other way than tint spray or replacing the headlights for clear units. The only amber removal you may have read about is taking the inner amber lens out of the clear head lights.

[particlewave]

Huh?
Ok, then. Thanks for the tip?

[geetee]

For the low beams, I've had HID's hooked up and have been running them all along.
A week ago, the right HID headlights would not turn on. I've swapped sides/bulbs, hooked up another ballast and tried everything. The right HID headlights will not turn on. If I install halogen H1 bulbs, they both light up without a problem....anyone have a clue?
I have both sides grounded the same way. The right will not light up and will blow the fuse every other time I take the headlights out and try to reinstall them. Weak battery?

[SF-Rockster]

^ he made them himself.

[PCC]

Old thread, but I'll give an update on the led headlights.

I was one of the first who bought a black set and I ended up with major dramas.

Fog light burn out, crazed lens and fogging.

Just received the gen 2 set after some 6 months! Look the same as the old set, but quality appears much improved. Jeffrey at xtreme has been very helpfully considering his hands have been tied waiting for the new version to been released.

This set have 27w fogs and I'll install a low beam hid kit to keep the units cool.

Will post a progress update in a few weeks.

Thanks Jeff for your persistence

[BruceH]

Thanks for the update. Curious how the next generation will hold up.