Changing HID Bulbs to higher color temperatures!
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Changing HID Bulbs to higher color temperatures!
Hey gang,
Just posted this message in the AMG section, and was told to come over here as therw would be more people that could field the question.
Anyhow, I'm looking to replace my HID bulbs with either a 6000K or 8000K set.
I've heard good things about both McCullough and Vision Bulbs. I'm considering the latter as the price is better, and I've read only good things about them.
At Vision, they're asking $109, and they're offering a 2 year warranty.
Has anyone tried these bulbs, or do they know anything about these guys? A friend of mine bought a pair of their Silver Xtreme bulbs a while back and says they're great.
Please let me know. Thanks a lot!
Just posted this message in the AMG section, and was told to come over here as therw would be more people that could field the question.
Anyhow, I'm looking to replace my HID bulbs with either a 6000K or 8000K set.
I've heard good things about both McCullough and Vision Bulbs. I'm considering the latter as the price is better, and I've read only good things about them.
At Vision, they're asking $109, and they're offering a 2 year warranty.
Has anyone tried these bulbs, or do they know anything about these guys? A friend of mine bought a pair of their Silver Xtreme bulbs a while back and says they're great.
Please let me know. Thanks a lot!
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Im getting Hid's myself soon and I have come to the conclusion that to not go any higher than 6000k. 8000k is just going more for the color and like everyone says, "it will lower your visibility when its wet out.
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Originally Posted by ron_brick
Hey gang,
Just posted this message in the AMG section, and was told to come over here as therw would be more people that could field the question.
Just posted this message in the AMG section, and was told to come over here as therw would be more people that could field the question.
telling you to post here, I'll give you a hand...Aftermarket HID setups are pretty universal and doesn't really matter if there going into an AMG or a Yugo (given both cars would have the same type bulb, i.e. H7).
You got me confused though, do you already have an HID setup (ballasts, bulbs, etc) and want to change color (kelvin) range ? or are you just wanting to change out the OEM bulbs for the "fake HID" look ?
My 2'cents are to do the full conversion. I'm running 6k McCullough's HID's and they provide a nice mix of a very light blue tint with great light output..
Either way, do a general search in all the forums and even places like eBay just to get some pictures to see how the light color varies dependent on the kelvin range..
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i used to have 6000k HID and then change to 8000k i think the 6000k was better
picture 1 is 8000k blue white
picture 2 is 6000k crystal white
now i got Euro Bixenon and going to put 6000k bulbs
picture 1 is 8000k blue white
picture 2 is 6000k crystal white
now i got Euro Bixenon and going to put 6000k bulbs
Last edited by WaveyKat; May 17, 2010 at 08:56 AM.
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I prefer the crystal blue 8k look, 2 companies I would prefer is Blue Xion or Xenith, 2 very dependable HID companies I recommend to everyone. If your interested PM me and I can give you the info about them. I used both Blue Xion and Xenith, and both offered me great service!
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Thanks for the info, I appreciate it!
I'm looking only to replace the bulbs. I already have the car fit with HID.
I'm just reading some info on the Vision Bulbs product right now. Based on the web site and the reviews I'm reading, I think I'm leaning more toward them than McCullough.
I'll let you guys know what I decide.
Thanks again!
I'm looking only to replace the bulbs. I already have the car fit with HID.
I'm just reading some info on the Vision Bulbs product right now. Based on the web site and the reviews I'm reading, I think I'm leaning more toward them than McCullough.
I'll let you guys know what I decide.
Thanks again!
Originally Posted by respdoc
Usually I say "STF" and still do to get all the details to your questions....but since I can see you got misdirected by some telling you to post here, I'll give you a hand...
Aftermarket HID setups are pretty universal and doesn't really matter if there going into an AMG or a Yugo (given both cars would have the same type bulb, i.e. H7).
You got me confused though, do you already have an HID setup (ballasts, bulbs, etc) and want to change color (kelvin) range ? or are you just wanting to change out the OEM bulbs for the "fake HID" look ?
My 2'cents are to do the full conversion. I'm running 6k McCullough's HID's and they provide a nice mix of a very light blue tint with great light output..
Either way, do a general search in all the forums and even places like eBay just to get some pictures to see how the light color varies dependent on the kelvin range..
telling you to post here, I'll give you a hand...Aftermarket HID setups are pretty universal and doesn't really matter if there going into an AMG or a Yugo (given both cars would have the same type bulb, i.e. H7).
You got me confused though, do you already have an HID setup (ballasts, bulbs, etc) and want to change color (kelvin) range ? or are you just wanting to change out the OEM bulbs for the "fake HID" look ?
My 2'cents are to do the full conversion. I'm running 6k McCullough's HID's and they provide a nice mix of a very light blue tint with great light output..
Either way, do a general search in all the forums and even places like eBay just to get some pictures to see how the light color varies dependent on the kelvin range..
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I agree, the 6000K does look awesome! Gives you that clean white look with a slight touch of blue. I think I'm going for 6000K as well!
Thanks buddy!
Thanks buddy!
Originally Posted by WaveyKat
i used to have 6000k HID and then change to 8000k i think the 6000k was better
picture 1 is 8000k blue white
picture 2 is 6000k crystal white
now i got Euro Bixenon and going to put 6000k bulbs
picture 1 is 8000k blue white
picture 2 is 6000k crystal white
now i got Euro Bixenon and going to put 6000k bulbs
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Originally Posted by Cappa26
I prefer the crystal blue 8k look, 2 companies I would prefer is Blue Xion or Xenith, 2 very dependable HID companies I recommend to everyone. If your interested PM me and I can give you the info about them. I used both Blue Xion and Xenith, and both offered me great service!
Think I'm leaning towards Vision Bulbs as I'm only hearing good things. Hell, for $109, I think I'm going with them.
I'll let you guys know what I decide and I'll send pics when I get them installed.
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Here's the link that I recommend everyone who's interested in HID or wants to know more about it. It's considered the holy bible in the HID community.
Automotive Lighting FAQ
Automotive Lighting FAQ
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Thanks for the link to the HID bible.
Right now, I'm checking these out:
http://www.xenonpros.com/mcreplace.html
http://www.visionbulbs.com/vb_produc...v=105940613601
Sooooo tempted to buy one tonight! What do you guys think?
Right now, I'm checking these out:
http://www.xenonpros.com/mcreplace.html
http://www.visionbulbs.com/vb_produc...v=105940613601
Sooooo tempted to buy one tonight! What do you guys think?
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Its this true guys? :
"Please note: most customers have a common misconception that the higher the K (Kelvin temperature) the brighter it gets, but in fact, it is the opposite. The K rating is inversely proportional to the light output, therefore the lower the K the brighter the light output. Also Xenon runs cooler and than your traditional halogen, therefore it will not melt your housing."
I also thinked that way
So, the OEM BIX are 4100k but they say that the 5000k are the ones that give us better visibility in country roads?
I'm thinking buying a HID kit for my jag, but I don't know the color temp to choose.
"Please note: most customers have a common misconception that the higher the K (Kelvin temperature) the brighter it gets, but in fact, it is the opposite. The K rating is inversely proportional to the light output, therefore the lower the K the brighter the light output. Also Xenon runs cooler and than your traditional halogen, therefore it will not melt your housing."
I also thinked that way
So, the OEM BIX are 4100k but they say that the 5000k are the ones that give us better visibility in country roads?
I'm thinking buying a HID kit for my jag, but I don't know the color temp to choose.
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Originally Posted by gaiex
Its this true guys? :
"Please note: most customers have a common misconception that the higher the K (Kelvin temperature) the brighter it gets, but in fact, it is the opposite. The K rating is inversely proportional to the light output, therefore the lower the K the brighter the light output. Also Xenon runs cooler and than your traditional halogen, therefore it will not melt your housing."
I also thinked that way
So, the OEM BIX are 4100k but they say that the 5000k are the ones that give us better visibility in country roads?
I'm thinking buying a HID kit for my jag, but I don't know the color temp to choose.
"Please note: most customers have a common misconception that the higher the K (Kelvin temperature) the brighter it gets, but in fact, it is the opposite. The K rating is inversely proportional to the light output, therefore the lower the K the brighter the light output. Also Xenon runs cooler and than your traditional halogen, therefore it will not melt your housing."
I also thinked that way
So, the OEM BIX are 4100k but they say that the 5000k are the ones that give us better visibility in country roads?
I'm thinking buying a HID kit for my jag, but I don't know the color temp to choose.
Can't wait to get them!
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Originally Posted by gaiex
The K rating is inversely proportional to the light output, therefore the lower the K the brighter the light output.
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Can xenon setup be put in if you dont have the projector lights....for example can i put xenons (im aware of the ballast and everything) into the regular halogen setup on the c230...can the same thing be done iwth the fog lights?
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Originally Posted by StillKickin
Can xenon setup be put in if you dont have the projector lights....for example can i put xenons (im aware of the ballast and everything) into the regular halogen setup on the c230...can the same thing be done iwth the fog lights?
Save your coin to get the proper housings and lamps. MBenzNL.com is a trusted source for the Bi-Xenon lamps for a ton less than the dealer.
The kits that replace the halogen lamps are like putting lipstick on a pig. It does not look good, and the pig doesn't like it.
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Originally Posted by C43AMG
Kelvin temperature should not be used when judging light output.Light output is measured in lumens.
If your goal is just to get some general ideas on color vs. light output (what most people care about), Kelvin numbers work fine...
If though you want to compare one 6k kit to another or say OEM lights to xenons...calculating the difference by way of lumen measurements would be the way to go..
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Originally Posted by CitronC230K_03
i like the look of the 6000k. i personally think 8000k is a bit too purple/blue IMO.
I would never run anything over 6000k.
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Originally Posted by CitronC230K_03
i cant wait to get my car today (fingers crossed) so i can actually drive at night and see what my 6000k bulbs look like.
