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2013 W204 - Depo headlights - proud to install it myself
hi guys,
Just installed depo projector headlights on my c300. I am not a very skilled handyman. I was very proud to do this myself.
However, I have the following three issues.
Any feedback is appreciated.
1. I broke the the site shield, partly. This is the plastic piece that sits on top of grill. I was still able to install it back with some lose ends. New part costs $90. Should I do the replacement?
2. Headlights don't seem to have fit as they did originally. fenders and bumper dont line up to the edges of the headlight cleanly. How do I fix this?
3. I would like to replace the the halogen bulbs with LED preferably, HID if not. Which one should I go for?
3. I would like to replace the the halogen bulbs with LED preferably, HID if not. Which one should I go for?
you're better off going with an HID conversion over an LED solution as that housing isn't set up to properly project LED surface moymoun light spread. You'll end up with reduced throw distance, light scatter, and dark spots. Let us know if interested, we have Morimoto HID canbus conversation kits that will be easy to install.
hi guys,
Just installed depo projector headlights on my c300. I am not a very skilled handyman. I was very proud to do this myself.
However, I have the following three issues.
Any feedback is appreciated.
1. I broke the the site shield, partly. This is the plastic piece that sits on top of grill. I was still able to install it back with some lose ends. New part costs $90. Should I do the replacement?
2. Headlights don't seem to have fit as they did originally. fenders and bumper dont line up to the edges of the headlight cleanly. How do I fix this?
3. I would like to replace the the halogen bulbs with LED preferably, HID if not. Which one should I go for?
Very well done! These headlights look awesome!
To answer your questions:
1. I read a lot online that some people don't bother replacing it, but if you must, try some junkyards or eBay. I'm sure you can find it for cheaper.
2. Check out this video regarding adjusting the fitment of the headlights. It has all the info you need.
3. As AZN Optics noted, HIDs in these headlights are far better than LEDs. When I get my car, I'll be installing the DEPO headlights and this kit from AZN/Morimoto.
Installed the same headlights on my C300 and a Morimoto HID 5500k 9005 kit two weeks ago. The light output on these projectors is not great. Cut off line is all over the place and hot spots. Thinking of retro fitting some better projectors from morimoto. Going to open them up to see what the projector looks like so I know which one to order.
Installed the same headlights on my C300 and a Morimoto HID 5500k 9005 kit two weeks ago. The light output on these projectors is not great. Cut off line is all over the place and hot spots. Thinking of retro fitting some better projectors from morimoto. Going to open them up to see what the projector looks like so I know which one to order.
Oh shoot! That's not good. The general feedback on this forum is that these headlights are pretty good. I saw their performance and cut off lines on youtube as well and they seem excellent. Are you sure you don't have something defective maybe?
No its the whole projector lens on these. Its a cheap one so you don't get great results. You get a lot of glare and its not a straight line. I would give an output like 7/10 compared to what it is supposed to look like. Think with a projector swap it can look great.
hi "AZN Optics"
This link you gave me doesnt work - "http://www.aznoptics.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=2_8&product s_id=65"
It says "sorry the product was not found"
You have run out of the specific product for 2013 C300?
hi "AZN Optics"
This link you gave me doesnt work - "http://www.aznoptics.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=2_8&product s_id=65"
It says "sorry the product was not found"
You have run out of the specific product for 2013 C300?
I fixed it. Forum injected a space between the ..product and s_id.. in the URL.
Hi AZN Optics
Can you please put my order on hold and not ship it yet?
i will be checking with the supplier later this morning
From the DEPO's listing on USR's website: Headlights use 9005 (High/Low), H7 (Middle Corner).
From DEPO's listing on eBay: Bulb Specifications: 9005 (High/Low).
Hi AZN Optics
I have confirmed with the supplier. I have also responded on the email back to you asking to ship the following.
9005, 6000k, 55w HID
I would stay away from the 55W and go with the 35W because I read all over the forum that the 55W emit a lot of heat and could melt the headlight housing a bit and won't provide a whole lot more light compared to 35W.
04-19-2018, 03:25 PM
