SPYDER w204 pre-facelift Headlight group buy
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09 Mercedes C300 stolen :( 2011 E350 Coupe!
Still working on the LED DRL's.........I ordered (100) new high power dome-shaped LED's (3W each, 140-170 degree viewing angle) to replace the cheap ones the units came with....(only needed 16, got 100-count lot in case I mess-up).....finally got them in yesterday (took like 4 weeks). I just have to do some experimenting with them to find out the optimal position to mount them so that all of the facets of the DRL reflector housing can focus the light correctly (each DRL cubicle in the unit has angled reflector "mirrors" to focus the LED's emitted light outward)........will report back later.
why did you buy bulbs when i thought all it needed was a better voltage DRL controller?
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09 Mercedes C300 stolen :( 2011 E350 Coupe!
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Can you show pics? i have a pair no issues so far besides fitment, it seems hard to fit em so they're even with the hood and bumper..without any gaps
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09 Mercedes C300 stolen :( 2011 E350 Coupe!
since its way past the 30 days of the warranty i know if i went back they wouldn't want to replace them
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Originally Posted by bomberman89
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Originally Posted by Bosnia1992
Can you show pics? i have a pair no issues so far besides fitment, it seems hard to fit em so they're even with the hood and bumper..without any gaps
sorry but i don't have a camera at the moment or a good phone to take pics with since its way past the 30 days of the warranty i know if i went back they wouldn't want to replace them
Originally Posted by Bosnia1992
Can you show pics? i have a pair no issues so far besides fitment, it seems hard to fit em so they're even with the hood and bumper..without any gaps
sorry but i don't have a camera at the moment or a good phone to take pics with since its way past the 30 days of the warranty i know if i went back they wouldn't want to replace them
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09 Mercedes C300 stolen :( 2011 E350 Coupe!
i bought them from protuninglabs, they have a 30 day warranty. but they are from spyder so maybe spyder will give me a new one. good thing they are down the street from me
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09 Mercedes C300 stolen :( 2011 E350 Coupe!
now that i have a cam ill post some pics up so you guys can see
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That guy has no idea what he's talking about then. you need to be pushy with those type of people. It the coat is coming off or pealing already it is a defect and there should be no question, as far as the condensation, its normal when its cold or very humid as it is an aftermarket part.
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C220CDI 2009
Headlights
I have 2009 W204 c220cdi I want to replace new headlights, is there any way I can replace them with out dropping the bumper off.
I'd like to replace them myself but not keen on dropping the bumper, I have had a price from my local benz dealer and they quoted me about $200.00
Thanks
Phil
I'd like to replace them myself but not keen on dropping the bumper, I have had a price from my local benz dealer and they quoted me about $200.00
Thanks
Phil
Last edited by silkynitro; Apr 1, 2013 at 12:32 AM.
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C220CDI 2009
Right Hand Drive 2009 W204 C220Cdi
I'm having trouble with my low beam, doesn't seem to light up the left hand side as well as it should, I do not have HID xenon.
Could there be a problem with the lens??
Thanks
I'm having trouble with my low beam, doesn't seem to light up the left hand side as well as it should, I do not have HID xenon.
Could there be a problem with the lens??
Thanks
Last edited by silkynitro; Apr 10, 2013 at 12:25 AM.
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09 C300
I got mine off Protuning labs with the HID lights pre-installed.
Had them on for about 4 months then one of the LED strips went out and one of the HID bulbs went out...contacted Spyder and they did nothing for me but told me to contact ProTuninglabs which was also non responsive.
Complete waste of money...so pissed.
Had them on for about 4 months then one of the LED strips went out and one of the HID bulbs went out...contacted Spyder and they did nothing for me but told me to contact ProTuninglabs which was also non responsive.
Complete waste of money...so pissed.
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2013 C207 E550
sounds like these spyder lights are not very well made in quality, any thoughts on it? i'm deciding rather i want to buy these headlights are stick with the OEM and just throw on a HID bulb on it.
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W204
I've had my set for almost a year with no issues.....much better then oem
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C220CDI 2009
I'm looking at getting a pair of these http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Black-LED...d08aa14&_uhb=1
The * Headlights include auto beam level motors (for adjust up and down), worth $150 AUD!
Which I've been told the spyders don't have.
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C220CDI 2009
Hi all again,
Have any you guys had any trouble with your rear lamp carriers (globe holder) I had the both replace about May 2012 because the lamp carrier & wire harness had burnt out on the left side,they replaced the pair, and now the same has happen on the right hand side, going in Monday to see what the dealer has to say.
I'm sure they'll fix them under goodwill if not, I'll get the parts my self and then trade it in on brand new top of the range Hyundai.
Gee whiz, I'm starting to wonder why I ever thought these were great cars,
The last Hyundai I had for 10yrs from brand new never had the problems I've had with this one.
Have any you guys had any trouble with your rear lamp carriers (globe holder) I had the both replace about May 2012 because the lamp carrier & wire harness had burnt out on the left side,they replaced the pair, and now the same has happen on the right hand side, going in Monday to see what the dealer has to say.
I'm sure they'll fix them under goodwill if not, I'll get the parts my self and then trade it in on brand new top of the range Hyundai.
Gee whiz, I'm starting to wonder why I ever thought these were great cars,
The last Hyundai I had for 10yrs from brand new never had the problems I've had with this one.
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The W204 is known to have faulty rear light circuit boards. There are many threads on it. MB won't acknowledge it's a defect though some places may fix it for free. It helps to add a thicker gauge ground wire. Do a search on the forum for these threads.
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C220CDI 2009
Our laws here (Australia)are fairly good for these kind of little problems.
I'd expect these type of problems from the likes of KIA/Hyundai's but not from bloody mercedes, anyway will see on Monday what the out come will be.
Last edited by silkynitro; Dec 6, 2013 at 06:31 AM.
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Mercedes Benz C250 4Matic
Would these fit on a C250, 2.5L V6, 4 matic 2011 (Canadian model) . I have halogen projectors on my car,as well as LED daytime running light already. I looked on the internet, and most websites says that these headlights are compatible starting from C300 and up. I did further research and I discovered that C250s are only available in the Canadian market. If they are compatible, I might order a set of pairs.
