Bi-X: W203/CL203 OEM Bi-XENON Upgrade, Auto-Levelling & Programming thread
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Originally posted by z3r0
Yes the Mercedes system is better than the Audi. The mercedes is Bi-Xenon, meaning both your regular headlights and your high beams will be xenon bulbs. In the Audi, it is just a regular Xenon system without highbeam xenon bulbs.
Yes the Mercedes system is better than the Audi. The mercedes is Bi-Xenon, meaning both your regular headlights and your high beams will be xenon bulbs. In the Audi, it is just a regular Xenon system without highbeam xenon bulbs.
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Originally posted by Lynn
In the bi-xenon headlights the high beam bulbs are still H7 halogens. However, there is a plate in front of the xenon projector which moves when the high beams are activated changing the beam pattern of the projector.
In the bi-xenon headlights the high beam bulbs are still H7 halogens. However, there is a plate in front of the xenon projector which moves when the high beams are activated changing the beam pattern of the projector.
but iin the older xenon on merc(before 2003) the xenon is just like what you said
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From: Encino
2002 C230K
no, lynn is right, you have regular halogen bulbs as well. xenons cannot be flashed on and off like halogens, they are either full on or full off, which is why drl when using xenon bulbs are full intensity. when you turn on your high beam, not flash but actually on, both the halogens come on, and the plate changes it's angle to allow more light out from the xenon bulbs.
in the older benzes, the xenons weren't projector style.
in the older benzes, the xenons weren't projector style.
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From: Houston,TX-moving to The Woodlands,TX SOON!!!
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Originally posted by TNblkc230wz
I don't know about Canada, but in the US, Audis come standard with headlight washers.
I don't know about Canada, but in the US, Audis come standard with headlight washers.
no I don't have them but my buddy with a 330i does and he gets pissed off when he accidently hits the headlamp washer switch
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2003 C230K Sport Coupe, 1986 190E 2.3
The Bi-Xenons on a Benz still use a Halogen Hi-beam to supplemment the Xenon reflector moving. I have them and the Halogen Hi-Beam still comes on with the reflector move as well. As for the washers, they clean nicely but also annoy you by allowing the spray to run up the hood and fenders. This bothers me because the soap added to the washer fluid then drys on the hood and front fenders. Very messy indeed.
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some slow@$$diesels
Originally posted by vodc4
No..in the new bi-xenon both high and low are xenon...
No..in the new bi-xenon both high and low are xenon...
greetingz,
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From: Encino
2002 C230K
Question, why don't the just run the H-7 high beam at half power for DTL like GM does?
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Steve: Bi-Xenon Purchase
I sent an email back but i dont know if you got it since i know youre very quick on the email responses.
I am ready to buy a set of Bi-Xenons so please let me know if and when you can get some for me.
Thanks!
I am ready to buy a set of Bi-Xenons so please let me know if and when you can get some for me.
Thanks!
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From: global traveller
some slow@$$diesels
I still have some sets back home (of which some are already sold) and will get some more sets once I am back home...
I still have major catching up to do with my emails...mails with xenon in the subject line are next on the replying list.
I will mail you a reply.
greetingz,
I still have major catching up to do with my emails...mails with xenon in the subject line are next on the replying list.
I will mail you a reply.
greetingz,
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From: seattle
c class 240 2002
place in seattle to change the setting for xenon
Hi
I have a problem about finding the place to switch the setting to Xenon. I already tried to barrier motors but they didn't want it.
Is there anybody know where the place that want to switch the setting?
I have a problem about finding the place to switch the setting to Xenon. I already tried to barrier motors but they didn't want it.
Is there anybody know where the place that want to switch the setting?
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Hi harianto_adi,
I live in Bothell and my dealer is Barrier, to be honest they totally suck. Try the Phill Smart dealer downtown, I've heard good things about them. Also when you find out could you let me know how they were? I would like to have them change my das settings.
I live in Bothell and my dealer is Barrier, to be honest they totally suck. Try the Phill Smart dealer downtown, I've heard good things about them. Also when you find out could you let me know how they were? I would like to have them change my das settings.
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I can't vouch for Phil Smart's service yet but I can vouch for their sales staff. I just bought a C230K sedan from them on Saturday. The sales staff at the airport location are friendly and knowledgable. The atmosphere is casual and the location is easy to access. All-in-all it was one of the best car buying experiences I've ever had.
I've been to Barrier three times and each time I left shaking my head. They weren't too friendly with me and they acted like they didn't want to sell me a car. I guess that I don't look like I have money or something. Oh well for them.
I've been to Barrier three times and each time I left shaking my head. They weren't too friendly with me and they acted like they didn't want to sell me a car. I guess that I don't look like I have money or something. Oh well for them.
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Originally posted by artw
I can't vouch for Phil Smart's service yet but I can vouch for their sales staff. I just bought a C230K sedan from them on Saturday. The sales staff at the airport location are friendly and knowledgable. The atmosphere is casual and the location is easy to access. All-in-all it was one of the best car buying experiences I've ever had.
I've been to Barrier three times and each time I left shaking my head. They weren't too friendly with me and they acted like they didn't want to sell me a car. I guess that I don't look like I have money or something. Oh well for them.
I can't vouch for Phil Smart's service yet but I can vouch for their sales staff. I just bought a C230K sedan from them on Saturday. The sales staff at the airport location are friendly and knowledgable. The atmosphere is casual and the location is easy to access. All-in-all it was one of the best car buying experiences I've ever had.
I've been to Barrier three times and each time I left shaking my head. They weren't too friendly with me and they acted like they didn't want to sell me a car. I guess that I don't look like I have money or something. Oh well for them.
hey got to philsmat dealer and try to find Rick wagor..He is the guy who can install everything and you just pay him not to dealer..
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hey got to philsmat dealer and try to find Rick wagor..He is the guy who can install everything and you just pay him not to dealer..
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Originally posted by C23K
Is Rick a tech? As of right now I dont need anything installed just my diagnostics reconfigured. Is this something I would ask of him? Thanks for the referral.
Is Rick a tech? As of right now I dont need anything installed just my diagnostics reconfigured. Is this something I would ask of him? Thanks for the referral.
yeap he is a tech...He is my buddy and he always do everythings on my car..just tell him that the Black CLK 320 with Big Dubs and he will know it.
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Originally posted by artw
I can't vouch for Phil Smart's service yet but I can vouch for their sales staff. I just bought a C230K sedan from them on Saturday. The sales staff at the airport location are friendly and knowledgable. The atmosphere is casual and the location is easy to access. All-in-all it was one of the best car buying experiences I've ever had.
I've been to Barrier three times and each time I left shaking my head. They weren't too friendly with me and they acted like they didn't want to sell me a car. I guess that I don't look like I have money or something. Oh well for them.
I can't vouch for Phil Smart's service yet but I can vouch for their sales staff. I just bought a C230K sedan from them on Saturday. The sales staff at the airport location are friendly and knowledgable. The atmosphere is casual and the location is easy to access. All-in-all it was one of the best car buying experiences I've ever had.
I've been to Barrier three times and each time I left shaking my head. They weren't too friendly with me and they acted like they didn't want to sell me a car. I guess that I don't look like I have money or something. Oh well for them.
hey if you need rims or bodykits feel free to email me at b2116nv@hotmail.com
I can give u a best deal ever in seattle..trust me!!
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Artw,
What options did you get on your C230 Sedan? Did you get a good price? I ordered mine a few weeks ago at Barrier with C2, C3, C4, auto, heated seats, CD changer and Bose upgrade and got it for $500 over cost! I hope you got a good deal!
What options did you get on your C230 Sedan? Did you get a good price? I ordered mine a few weeks ago at Barrier with C2, C3, C4, auto, heated seats, CD changer and Bose upgrade and got it for $500 over cost! I hope you got a good deal!
