Xenon ballast shot
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Xenon ballast shot
Well a few nights ago, was going to play pool with a friend and one of my headlights goes all wacko and then shuts off. The bulb is fine, but the ballast is done. Called up Mercedes of Manhatten for a quote on a new ballast...$450!
Anyone know where I could get one for cheaper? Is this something I could replace myself...the ballast will be enough money alone I would at least love to save on labor costs. Thanks in advance guys.
-Jared
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-Jared
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1967 Morris Cooper "S", 1983 911SC, 1997 Toyota Tacoma, 1999 HD FXSTB, 1998 C43
Well that's what heat-shrinkable tubing, soldering iron and a little time can cure or you can dole out four 'C' notes - I'm sure those ballasts are common to many MB's save the connector or mounting bracket. I've taking apart MB connectors in the past as well and reused without having to slice. Get the parts and send it to me - I'll even do it for you.