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i assume you have p1 only and need that for headlights, right? not as easy as you think. you can do a quick search here and you'll find a lot more info. as for the kit, once again like what i posted on your other thread, check ebay. thousands of them. just make sure you get error free and you are good. btw, if they are for headlights, h7 is the size.
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BM2BZ would know about all the pain I had to go through trying to install new parking lights for my p2 e350. 
. Make sure if you are changing lights, you only have a P1 car and not the one with the bi-xenon lights.
if you have p1, you can try aznoptics. Note that to change the main headlight bulbs you probably have to take the front wheels off. Those are size h7 and parking lights should be w5w.
. Make sure if you are changing lights, you only have a P1 car and not the one with the bi-xenon lights. if you have p1, you can try aznoptics. Note that to change the main headlight bulbs you probably have to take the front wheels off. Those are size h7 and parking lights should be w5w.
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The hard part is trying to find good quality aftermarket parts on ebay. I was hoping someone with a kit would confirm the quality and where they got them from instead of me finding out that the kit I purchased either doesn't work as the seller states or turn out to be crappy.
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BM2BZ would know about all the pain I had to go through trying to install new parking lights for my p2 e350. . Make sure if you are changing lights, you only have a P1 car and not the one with the bi-xenon lights.
if you have p1, you can try aznoptics. Note that to change the main headlight bulbs you probably have to take the front wheels off. Those are size h7 and parking lights should be w5w.
. Make sure if you are changing lights, you only have a P1 car and not the one with the bi-xenon lights. if you have p1, you can try aznoptics. Note that to change the main headlight bulbs you probably have to take the front wheels off. Those are size h7 and parking lights should be w5w.
Have you purchased an HID kit for the E350 that you can confirm works well without errors/codes?
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Do you happen to have some pics of your lights before and after? I would be very interested in seeing what the difference looks like. If they illuminate better and close enough to HID, this may be my way.
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Check this kit out
http://www.theretrofitsource.com/pro...oducts_id=3893
I put this in my 13 e350 a few weeks ago. The install was not the easiest upgrade I have done but IMO it was well worth it. The lights are 100%+ brighter. No errors with the can bus option. There is a great DIY thread here, but I am having trouble finding it. When I do I will post. The color is 4300k. If I was doing it again I would probably get the 5000k...the LED parking light replacement options seem to more plentiful in that color. Good luck
http://www.theretrofitsource.com/pro...oducts_id=3893
I put this in my 13 e350 a few weeks ago. The install was not the easiest upgrade I have done but IMO it was well worth it. The lights are 100%+ brighter. No errors with the can bus option. There is a great DIY thread here, but I am having trouble finding it. When I do I will post. The color is 4300k. If I was doing it again I would probably get the 5000k...the LED parking light replacement options seem to more plentiful in that color. Good luck
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Of course the second after I pushed "post" I found the link.
https://mbworld.org/forums/e-class-w...tructions.html
I forgot to mention that the kit is top notch and customer service was great.
https://mbworld.org/forums/e-class-w...tructions.html
I forgot to mention that the kit is top notch and customer service was great.
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Check this kit out
http://www.theretrofitsource.com/pro...oducts_id=3893
the LED parking light replacement options seem to more plentiful in that color. Good luck
http://www.theretrofitsource.com/pro...oducts_id=3893
the LED parking light replacement options seem to more plentiful in that color. Good luck
As for the link to the kit...This is great! Thank you very much for taking the time to suggest this kit. Seems like a great kit. Still not clear on the LED parking light replacement you mentioned.
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Thanks again for your time. It is appreciated.
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Hmmm...so purchasing LED bulbs (H7) would be almost as good as an HID kit and saving me the hassle of installing the HID kit?
Do you happen to have some pics of your lights before and after? I would be very interested in seeing what the difference looks like. If they illuminate better and close enough to HID, this may be my way.
Do you happen to have some pics of your lights before and after? I would be very interested in seeing what the difference looks like. If they illuminate better and close enough to HID, this may be my way.
if you have p1, the parking lights are easy to replace. it's in your manual.
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which configuration on this Site? http://www.theretrofitsource.com/hid...l#.VgFPx9_BzRY
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We're authorized Morimoto dealers and have them preconfigured for what you'll need for them to work on you MB:
5000k (pure white): http://www.aznoptics.com/index.php?m...products_id=65
6000k (white with a slight bluish hue):http://www.aznoptics.com/index.php?m...products_id=67
5000k (pure white): http://www.aznoptics.com/index.php?m...products_id=65
6000k (white with a slight bluish hue):http://www.aznoptics.com/index.php?m...products_id=67
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Question about high beams
Is the installation of HIDs in the high beams as complicated as the low beam? (Does it need the aftermarket retaining clips etc...) And doesn't the HID bulb take a while to warm up and won't deliver the max output instantly and when you need it? I was thinking about LEDs just for looks. Does anyone know if they're easier to install (just turning the bulb in)?
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I've had the Morimoto kit in my 2011 for couple years now, works great. I got it from retrofit, but as mentioned available at azn. I think you would be happy with white 5500k 35w kit. Select Canbus rather than relay kit to avoid error messages.
I have canbus led in the parking lights and I left the hi beams as is since I don't use them that much.
I also have led in the interior/trunk lamps, I've done that on all our vehicles as I like the clean white light.
I have canbus led in the parking lights and I left the hi beams as is since I don't use them that much.
I also have led in the interior/trunk lamps, I've done that on all our vehicles as I like the clean white light.
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Is the installation of HIDs in the high beams as complicated as the low beam? (Does it need the aftermarket retaining clips etc...) And doesn't the HID bulb take a while to warm up and won't deliver the max output instantly and when you need it? I was thinking about LEDs just for looks. Does anyone know if they're easier to install (just turning the bulb in)?
If you want an LED option, we do have H7 canbus LEDs that will fit error free in your high beams:
http://www.aznoptics.com/index.php?m...products_id=91
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If you want an LED option, we do have H7 canbus LEDs that will fit error free in your high beams:
http://www.aznoptics.com/index.php?m...products_id=91
http://www.aznoptics.com/index.php?m...products_id=91
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No need to modify the base as it's built for H7 fitment. Big difference would be canbus enabled as well as using the latest in CREE XBD technology in ours. Also aluminum body shell with integrated ribbon cooling.
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Are your LED's just a plug and play? Also, do you recommend LED or Xenon for low beams?
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I had to buy a metal adapter that allows the bulbs to spin to lock inside the headlights. I have a e350 2012 sedan. Some models don't require you to do so, but when you do, the metal bracket needs some adjustments.
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As for low beam recommendation, HIDs for sure. The light spread will be better captured and projected forward vs the surface mounted point spread nature of LEDs. LEDs are more suited for low throw distance or indication type lighting.
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They are functionally plug and play. Some vehicles have clips or metal adapters or plastic brackets, so might need an additional bracket depending on what you have, but those can be found for like $5 everywhere. Some can reuse existing hardware and clips.
As for low beam recommendation, HIDs for sure. The light spread will be better captured and projected forward vs the surface mounted point spread nature of LEDs. LEDs are more suited for low throw distance or indication type lighting.
As for low beam recommendation, HIDs for sure. The light spread will be better captured and projected forward vs the surface mounted point spread nature of LEDs. LEDs are more suited for low throw distance or indication type lighting.
