Quad 8000k Xenon conversion
06-22-2007, 12:06 AM
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Quad 8000k Xenon conversion
ok, so i had my fogs and driving lights upgraded to 8000k bulbs. man o man, it is sweet... it's now super bright and makes a world of difference. side markers and the inner driving lights was swapped out as well.
color is a tad less blue than pictured. I cant seem to get my camera to shoot right. The color is about the same, as when you first turn on the stock xenon bulbs.
color is a tad less blue than pictured. I cant seem to get my camera to shoot right. The color is about the same, as when you first turn on the stock xenon bulbs.
06-22-2007, 04:29 AM
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Kevin,
for the fogs, they converted it to xenon, therefor you'll need 2 ballast for it. for the driving xenon lights, you'll just need swap it with 8000k. markers and the two inside lights are just regular bulbs with more blue to it.
I also tried out the 6000k, side by side with 8000k. the 6000k was just not blue enough, once its lit for a few minutes. (sorta look like the stock xenon color).
I'm not too savy messing around with wiring, but i'm sure it would be a piece of cake for you. hardware and installation done by Carlabs (aka SonicMS) in san jose. Just call and ask for Darwin @ 408.718.2986, he'll know exactly what you need. http://www.carlabms.com/
sorry, i totally forgot to ask what brand bulbs
P.S I copied and painted the rear diffuser. looks so much better imo... probably going to black out the rear lights this weekend too.
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06-22-2007, 10:55 AM
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I have 8k in my 65- while I love the color the light is not functional during the rainy season- thank god I live in Cali!!!
The fogs look great!
The fogs look great!
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06-22-2007, 03:11 PM
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Does anyone know the specs or a specific brand to use for the side marker bulbs? Other threads have talked about the CLS being very sensitive to the bulb specs, and I don't want any problems when I swap mine. I just installed the clear side marker lenses, but when the lights come on, they're pretty yellowish...I'd like a more white light if possible.
06-22-2007, 03:25 PM
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Does anyone know the specs or a specific brand to use for the side marker bulbs? Other threads have talked about the CLS being very sensitive to the bulb specs, and I don't want any problems when I swap mine. I just installed the clear side marker lenses, but when the lights come on, they're pretty yellowish...I'd like a more white light if possible.
contact Darwin @ 408.718.2986. all my lights works perfectly, no flickering or error messages.
06-22-2007, 04:18 PM
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wow...much better than stock! I never use the fog lights cuz they don't match the xenon headlights....hahaa....but I this conversion solves the problem. 
07-19-2007, 03:21 AM
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Does anyone know the specs or a specific brand to use for the side marker bulbs? Other threads have talked about the CLS being very sensitive to the bulb specs, and I don't want any problems when I swap mine. I just installed the clear side marker lenses, but when the lights come on, they're pretty yellowish...I'd like a more white light if possible.
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09-04-2007, 08:28 PM
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Nice! I like the bulb color of the side marker. Two questions tho....
1. Where can you get the clear side marker? I have searched E-bay and only found one seller.
2. What kind the bulb did you use for your side marker light? Brand, size....
By the way, anybody know the light bulb size for the parking light in the headlight?
Greatly appreciated!
JT
1. Where can you get the clear side marker? I have searched E-bay and only found one seller.
2. What kind the bulb did you use for your side marker light? Brand, size....
By the way, anybody know the light bulb size for the parking light in the headlight?
Greatly appreciated!
JT
09-05-2007, 03:49 PM
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Nice! I like the bulb color of the side marker. Two questions tho....
1. Where can you get the clear side marker? I have searched E-bay and only found one seller.
2. What kind the bulb did you use for your side marker light? Brand, size....
By the way, anybody know the light bulb size for the parking light in the headlight?
Greatly appreciated!
JT
1. Where can you get the clear side marker? I have searched E-bay and only found one seller.
2. What kind the bulb did you use for your side marker light? Brand, size....
By the way, anybody know the light bulb size for the parking light in the headlight?
Greatly appreciated!
JT
clear sides are from ebay. just call the guys at carlabsms and get the bulbs. i dont know the brand or type, but have had no issues with it at all.
09-06-2007, 11:26 AM
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I just ordered a set 0f 8000K convertion fog light kit , it will arrive in next week . Can you tell me which battery should I disconect ? the one in the trunk or under the hood ? I appreciated your help
09-06-2007, 01:44 PM
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. They didnt run any extra wires to the battery. You just use the existing wires from your current fogs. Just give Darwin a call, i'm sure he'll be happy to assist.You'll love the 8k bulbs. They actually installed the 5k side by side with the 8k. the 5k was a bit too white, so i went with 8k. the color just makes the car looks sick as hell at night. major head turner
