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Old 09-11-2007, 08:33 PM
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Question xenon 4300k ? or 6000 K ?

which one r u prefer?
and which company's bulbs r most reliable?
Osram? philips?
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i put 8000k on mine and i love it.
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I am currently using Osram no issues

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did you put oem headlights on or aftermarket?
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It depends why you're selecting. For performance, especially in the rain, 4300K is best. As you go hotter (bluer), performance falls off because the luminosity (light output) of the bulb is lower. The only reason to go for 6000K or hotter is that you think blue headlights are cool. If you're into the fashion statement, go with the color you like the best. Just be sure to compare luminosity specs to be sure the output isn't compromised too much.
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Smile thx guys!

I already have 6000k with my cyenne - LUV IT.
So, hope to be the same on my s500.
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What effect would these aftermarket HID conversion kits have on these cars? Would it affect the cars computer?

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Old 09-18-2007, 12:48 PM
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It's not conversion , was switch from 4300 to 6000k.
If you want to convert it, you need reprograming your Mercedes.
Good luck!
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I was told 4300K are what we use as (Bi-Xenon Stock) but 6000K is brigher and bluish..

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