I need Depo expert!
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I need Depo expert!
Hi all, Can anyone tell me is this projector manufactured by Depo? Im planing to get Depo from ebay.. How can i see the projector is real Depo? TQ
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...TQ:MOTORS:1123
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...TQ:MOTORS:1123
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300E a couple 1994 w124wagon E320 Wagon/,1971MGB Track/Rally, MG Midget Autocross ,2000 E320 wagon.
Says depo
probably depo which still means it is crappo
are you going to do the projection conversion or live with the poor beam quality?
are you going to do the projection conversion or live with the poor beam quality?
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Some peolple advertise on Ebay that there Depo are not made in China but in Germany while some say it is made in China.
Does Depo have 2 different plants or the China ones are copies?
Does Depo have 2 different plants or the China ones are copies?
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ohlord,
Ya im going to do the projector convertion after i get the depo headlight..
Raymod G
This is the cheapest i can find on ebay $US119.99
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/00-02...Q5fAccessories
but i just scare there r not real depo product..
Ya im going to do the projector convertion after i get the depo headlight..
Raymod G
This is the cheapest i can find on ebay $US119.99
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/00-02...Q5fAccessories
but i just scare there r not real depo product..
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zero for Germany. seems pretty likely that Taiwan is the primary company. no
listing for Depo lighting or auto parts in Germany.
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ohlord,
Ya im going to do the projector convertion after i get the depo headlight..
Raymod G
This is the cheapest i can find on ebay $US119.99
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/00-02...Q5fAccessories
but i just scare there r not real depo product..
Ya im going to do the projector convertion after i get the depo headlight..
Raymod G
This is the cheapest i can find on ebay $US119.99
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/00-02...Q5fAccessories
but i just scare there r not real depo product..
you can search the seller's feedback section and look for word Depo to see if
anyone has complained that they were sent headlights which were not Depo.
or, you can purchase and then appeal if they sold you falsely advertised parts.
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you got to be nutz to replace OEM xenon's with these.
am I really the only one that thinks projectors on w210's look horrible? Something about a circle inside a circle that doesn't look right, like Mikey Mouse on extasy.. w211's can pull it off somehow, probably because of the oval shape of the headlight.
am I really the only one that thinks projectors on w210's look horrible? Something about a circle inside a circle that doesn't look right, like Mikey Mouse on extasy.. w211's can pull it off somehow, probably because of the oval shape of the headlight.
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you got to be nutz to replace OEM xenon's with these.
am I really the only one that thinks projectors on w210's look horrible? Something about a circle inside a circle that doesn't look right, like Mikey Mouse on extasy.. w211's can pull it off somehow, probably because of the oval shape of the headlight.
am I really the only one that thinks projectors on w210's look horrible? Something about a circle inside a circle that doesn't look right, like Mikey Mouse on extasy.. w211's can pull it off somehow, probably because of the oval shape of the headlight.
Have you seen them on a car? If not, you may change your mind after seeing them installed.
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you got to be nutz to replace OEM xenon's with these.
am I really the only one that thinks projectors on w210's look horrible? Something about a circle inside a circle that doesn't look right, like Mikey Mouse on extasy.. w211's can pull it off somehow, probably because of the oval shape of the headlight.
am I really the only one that thinks projectors on w210's look horrible? Something about a circle inside a circle that doesn't look right, like Mikey Mouse on extasy.. w211's can pull it off somehow, probably because of the oval shape of the headlight.
However if these cut down light output, then that's an absolute deal breaker. I won't ever sacrifice looks over function.
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you can try polishing the lens. some folks have reported success with various
home made, as we as commercial products available for the cloudy lens.
unfortunately, it is extremely rare to find replacement lens outside of OEM. the
halogen lens can be found for about $150+ on ebay.
another option is to open up the Depo headlight and replace with E55 bixenon or
very similar RS6 off an Audi. see this: http://tinyurl.com/lefnx8
home made, as we as commercial products available for the cloudy lens.
unfortunately, it is extremely rare to find replacement lens outside of OEM. the
halogen lens can be found for about $150+ on ebay.
another option is to open up the Depo headlight and replace with E55 bixenon or
very similar RS6 off an Audi. see this: http://tinyurl.com/lefnx8
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I polished mine, and although they don't look 100% brand new when I was done - they did look a whole lot better for a whole lot less $$.
I do wish somebody would just create the lenses all by themselves.
I do wish somebody would just create the lenses all by themselves.
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you can try polishing the lens. some folks have reported success with various
home made, as we as commercial products available for the cloudy lens.
unfortunately, it is extremely rare to find replacement lens outside of OEM. the
halogen lens can be found for about $150+ on ebay.
another option is to open up the Depo headlight and replace with E55 bixenon or
very similar RS6 off an Audi. see this: http://tinyurl.com/lefnx8
home made, as we as commercial products available for the cloudy lens.
unfortunately, it is extremely rare to find replacement lens outside of OEM. the
halogen lens can be found for about $150+ on ebay.
another option is to open up the Depo headlight and replace with E55 bixenon or
very similar RS6 off an Audi. see this: http://tinyurl.com/lefnx8
What about these on ebay...says set up for D2R already. Do you think this is an updated projector that has a decent light pattern since it's D2R?
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...m=160498284197
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I bought a set of Depo and retrofited them with bixenon E55 projector. Believe me it was worth the time and $. I took my time doing all the work and I'm very satisfied with the results.
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I read through that your link with the retro fit. That's a bit more work than I'd like to do, but maybe the only option. What are the odds if I buy depos, e55 projectors, etc and ship them to you and you retrofit them for a price?
What about these on ebay...says set up for D2R already. Do you think this is an updated projector that has a decent light pattern since it's D2R?
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...m=160498284197
What about these on ebay...says set up for D2R already. Do you think this is an updated projector that has a decent light pattern since it's D2R?
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...m=160498284197
but with my job ratcheting up my tasks right now, there isn't time, even if done
for a fee.
just to give you an idea how backed up I am, I have a Depo opened up on
the project bench ready for an RS6 but it has remained unfinished for a year.
I was hoping, at the same time as above, to just create a DIY video and that
should take care of folks on the sidelines wishing to retrofit their own, but
just needed some visual aids. but i'm afraid it just doesn't look hopeful for
the near future.
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doin retrofits
Ray,
does Zam (Huy) still retrofit for people?
He did mine about 5/6yrs ago for my "old body type W210", and I'm even thinking about reaching out to him, cos I'm about to pick up a "02" "E".
I don't think I can drive a car on a regular basis without those xenons.
...Also, did Ben'z took up your suggestion to retrofit lights for people for a fee?
does Zam (Huy) still retrofit for people?
He did mine about 5/6yrs ago for my "old body type W210", and I'm even thinking about reaching out to him, cos I'm about to pick up a "02" "E".
I don't think I can drive a car on a regular basis without those xenons.
...Also, did Ben'z took up your suggestion to retrofit lights for people for a fee?
i have done retrofits for free....but only for family/friends living in same city.
but with my job ratcheting up my tasks right now, there isn't time, even if done
for a fee.
just to give you an idea how backed up I am, I have a Depo opened up on
the project bench ready for an RS6 but it has remained unfinished for a year.
I was hoping, at the same time as above, to just create a DIY video and that
should take care of folks on the sidelines wishing to retrofit their own, but
just needed some visual aids. but i'm afraid it just doesn't look hopeful for
the near future.
but with my job ratcheting up my tasks right now, there isn't time, even if done
for a fee.
just to give you an idea how backed up I am, I have a Depo opened up on
the project bench ready for an RS6 but it has remained unfinished for a year.
I was hoping, at the same time as above, to just create a DIY video and that
should take care of folks on the sidelines wishing to retrofit their own, but
just needed some visual aids. but i'm afraid it just doesn't look hopeful for
the near future.
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i installed new replacement lens' / very easy on my 98 e430 ........i bought them from ebay item number 190438769113
q&e auto parts out of miami /
big difference / look great !
and ............read more about it here ...............
https://mbworld.org/forums/e-class-w...ement-how.html
terrific site this is
q&e auto parts out of miami /
big difference / look great !
and ............read more about it here ...............
https://mbworld.org/forums/e-class-w...ement-how.html
terrific site this is
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Ray,
does Zam (Huy) still retrofit for people?
He did mine about 5/6yrs ago for my "old body type W210", and I'm even thinking about reaching out to him, cos I'm about to pick up a "02" "E".
I don't think I can drive a car on a regular basis without those xenons.
...Also, did Ben'z took up your suggestion to retrofit lights for people for a fee?
does Zam (Huy) still retrofit for people?
He did mine about 5/6yrs ago for my "old body type W210", and I'm even thinking about reaching out to him, cos I'm about to pick up a "02" "E".
I don't think I can drive a car on a regular basis without those xenons.
...Also, did Ben'z took up your suggestion to retrofit lights for people for a fee?
full with responsibilities and less time for projects.
if anyone lives near me, i'm happy to oversee/coach and give pointers. we
could film and photo progress and just post a DIY.
