Just installed Vision Plus
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From: Oro Valley, AZ
2001 C240 6spd
Just installed Vision Plus
Finally got the Vision Plus bulbs from Autolamps.com....had to wait a bit, since I was out of town. Installation was fairly easy as everyone else has mentioned. The driver's side is somewhat awkward - seemed harder to get the securing pin unlocked - just a weird angle to get at it.
Illumination is somewhat brighter, just from what I can see inside the garage - have not taken the car out yet. I dont know if it is any more significant though.
FYI - MB factory bulbs: made by Phillips H7 12V 55W 12972 DOT
- Vision Plus bulbs: Phillips H7 12V 55W 12972 VP
Seems like essentially the same bulb. Although Phillips claim 50% more light and 10-20 metres longer beam. We'll see if there is any real differences. Anything will help - since I am not getting Xenons any time soon. Saving for Comand Unit.
Illumination is somewhat brighter, just from what I can see inside the garage - have not taken the car out yet. I dont know if it is any more significant though.
FYI - MB factory bulbs: made by Phillips H7 12V 55W 12972 DOT
- Vision Plus bulbs: Phillips H7 12V 55W 12972 VP
Seems like essentially the same bulb. Although Phillips claim 50% more light and 10-20 metres longer beam. We'll see if there is any real differences. Anything will help - since I am not getting Xenons any time soon. Saving for Comand Unit.
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From: Oro Valley, AZ
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After driving to work this morning, the Vision Plus do put out more light. The light is somewhat brighter and the beam is broader and longer. The area around where I live does not have alot of street lights, so it is more noticeable. I thought about the rallye bulbs, but it was after I had already ordered the Vision Plus ones. These are good for what I need at this time.
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From: Ashburn, VA
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Originally posted by shtatc
After driving to work this morning, the Vision Plus do put out more light. The light is somewhat brighter and the beam is broader and longer. The area around where I live does not have alot of street lights, so it is more noticeable. I thought about the rallye bulbs, but it was after I had already ordered the Vision Plus ones. These are good for what I need at this time.
After driving to work this morning, the Vision Plus do put out more light. The light is somewhat brighter and the beam is broader and longer. The area around where I live does not have alot of street lights, so it is more noticeable. I thought about the rallye bulbs, but it was after I had already ordered the Vision Plus ones. These are good for what I need at this time.
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From: Oro Valley, AZ
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Originally posted by Clownburner
Where did you get them, and how much did they cost? I've been wanting a little more light from the Coupe, but don't want to spend the $$$ on Xenons.
Where did you get them, and how much did they cost? I've been wanting a little more light from the Coupe, but don't want to spend the $$$ on Xenons.
If you are looking for even more light, then the rallye bulbs may be what you are looking for.
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i've seen maybe three cars with these purpleish color bulbs, they're really bright but i don't think they're xenons, i remember on of them was behind a white car and the car looked purple, they're really bright but i don't know what they are.
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what type of car was it. Audi and BMW can both look purple. Acura and Honda's bulbs also have a purple look to them. Or they could have had a aftermarket xenon kit in it, 7000K+.
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From: Orange County, CA
2002 C230K Sportcoupe
Originally posted by Blaxer
...get the rallye bulbs. fosmolamps.com
That site dosen't seem to work, is there another site for those bulbs? Also, I am assuming the 03' C230K is the H7 bulb as well, correct?
...get the rallye bulbs. fosmolamps.com
That site dosen't seem to work, is there another site for those bulbs? Also, I am assuming the 03' C230K is the H7 bulb as well, correct?
According to WHOIS, fosmolamps.com is available, so I assume they're out of business.
I found them on Powerbulbs.com (which may be the same company) for 30 pounds sterling for the pair (about $47.50 US, shipping included).
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i know one of them was an acura truck, I can't remember the other two 'cuz it was dark and those lights are really, really bright. i thought it was like a bulb or something, but if it's factory i can't get it.
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Originally posted by CANTOEVO
i know one of them was an acura truck, I can't remember the other two 'cuz it was dark and those lights are really, really bright. i thought it was like a bulb or something, but if it's factory i can't get it.
i know one of them was an acura truck, I can't remember the other two 'cuz it was dark and those lights are really, really bright. i thought it was like a bulb or something, but if it's factory i can't get it.
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You can get them for your ride. Just install them. No big deal I think they run around 400 bones.
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2002 C230
I am looking for replacing the High/ Low/ Fog bulbs too. Some of you guys recommend the Philips Ralleye. I've looked at it at the Powerbulbs.com. They are 80W for the High/ Low beam, and 70W for the Fog. Will it cause any trouble like overheating, etc, while the stock ones are just 55W? How do the Ralleye and the Vision Plus compare to the real HID? Are they tends to be white? Again, the High/ Low beam are H7, and the Fog are 9006 right? Thanks for asking all the stupid questions.
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look at the lighting FAQ in my sig. Has alot of answers there
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Originally posted by TimmyC230boy
look at the lighting FAQ in my sig. Has alot of answers there
look at the lighting FAQ in my sig. Has alot of answers there
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only the car with the mitsubishi eclipse is mine. I can say I love the bulbs. They are the nondot approved bulbs. they are blue, the dot approved bulbs are purple looking. I really like the output and color of them alot.
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Any other ?'s email or PM me.
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2002 C230k
do the rallye bulbs run too hot??.... any error message, or will the housing result in melting??
the reason i ask is because i had high watt bulbs in my 99 honda accord with aftermarket headlamps and they melted to the housing....
maybe the benz headlamps are able to withstand the heat??
thanks
the reason i ask is because i had high watt bulbs in my 99 honda accord with aftermarket headlamps and they melted to the housing....
maybe the benz headlamps are able to withstand the heat??
thanks
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From: New York
2002 C230k
do the rallye bulbs run too hot??.... any error message, or will the housing result in melting??
the reason i ask is because i had high watt bulbs in my 99 honda accord with aftermarket headlamps and they melted to the housing....
maybe the benz headlamps are able to withstand the heat??
thanks
the reason i ask is because i had high watt bulbs in my 99 honda accord with aftermarket headlamps and they melted to the housing....
maybe the benz headlamps are able to withstand the heat??
thanks
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From: New York
2002 C230k
do the rallye bulbs run too hot??.... any error message, or will the housing result in melting??
the reason i ask is because i had high watt bulbs in my 99 honda accord with aftermarket headlamps and they melted to the housing....
maybe the benz headlamps are able to withstand the heat??
thanks
the reason i ask is because i had high watt bulbs in my 99 honda accord with aftermarket headlamps and they melted to the housing....
maybe the benz headlamps are able to withstand the heat??
thanks
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I have been running 100W bulbs for several months now, and there is no noticeable damage or melting. I should probably pull the bulb out and look around for melting anywhere in there, but they seem to be fine. Doesn't the bulb usually burn out from the heat before things start to melt?
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Originally posted by Matt230K
I have been running 100W bulbs for several months now, and there is no noticeable damage or melting. I should probably pull the bulb out and look around for melting anywhere in there, but they seem to be fine. Doesn't the bulb usually burn out from the heat before things start to melt?
I have been running 100W bulbs for several months now, and there is no noticeable damage or melting. I should probably pull the bulb out and look around for melting anywhere in there, but they seem to be fine. Doesn't the bulb usually burn out from the heat before things start to melt?
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Hey Shtatc, How are your lights? I just ordered H7 6000K made by Phillips for my E500 W211. I'm just wondering if they are worth it. Are you satisfied with yours?
http://www.brightheadlights-hid.com/...ights-Kits.htm
http://www.brightheadlights-hid.com/...ights-Kits.htm
