Project Retorfit on it's way :)))))
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FX-R BI-XENON
This is definitely not my department. I have a buddy of mine who's a Master at this. I'd figured I'll take pics and summarize the process for others to have a guide by. I'm really looking forward for this Mod. He has a BMW E39 with the same FX-R projectors and they look amazing / Cut-off is perfect and very bright.
Here is what I've purchased so far
My buddy has an extra D2S HID with Ballast so I won't be able to provide a link for those $60-$65 / but can be found on Ebay.
Projectors
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/FX-R-...mZ200489904495
Headlights
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...=STRK:MEWNX:IT
So far with everything we are at $387.00 Projectors/ Headlights/HID kit
Keep you posted![thumbs](https://mbworld.org/forums/images/smilies/thumbsup.gif)
*Pic attached will be the final look
This is definitely not my department. I have a buddy of mine who's a Master at this. I'd figured I'll take pics and summarize the process for others to have a guide by. I'm really looking forward for this Mod. He has a BMW E39 with the same FX-R projectors and they look amazing / Cut-off is perfect and very bright.
Here is what I've purchased so far
My buddy has an extra D2S HID with Ballast so I won't be able to provide a link for those $60-$65 / but can be found on Ebay.
Projectors
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/FX-R-...mZ200489904495
Headlights
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...=STRK:MEWNX:IT
So far with everything we are at $387.00 Projectors/ Headlights/HID kit
Keep you posted
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*Pic attached will be the final look
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http://www.hidinformation.com/hid-re...-clear-lenses/
http://www.hidinformation.com/hid-xe...t-information/
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http://www.hidinformation.com/hid-xe...t-information/
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the best part is that FX-Rs already come with clear lens. I always felt that the 2.5 diameter was a bit small looking for the big w210 headlights though. Ive been itching to do the retrofit on my car too, but I just haven't gotten around to it. I did it for my friends E55 last year.
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the best part is that FX-Rs already come with clear lens. I always felt that the 2.5 diameter was a bit small looking for the big w210 headlights though. Ive been itching to do the retrofit on my car too, but I just haven't gotten around to it. I did it for my friends E55 last year.
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*looking forward on getting rid of the old looking headlights. The new headlights should be able to shave off a few years.
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Interesting. I've wanted to do something like this but just don't think I ever will unless someone was there to show me the ropes though the process.
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what kind of ballast and bulbs are u using .. oems or aftermarkets ? cant wait to see this done .. those depos u ordered where thy for HID bulbs or non ..?
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Few pics of the project. Almost a complete success. We need to re-open the passenger side as it's tilted down to much and even after adjusting it. The driver-side came out perfect.
Driving impressions at night is pure SEX. The cut-off is amazing and yes it's that good. On RT 495 it's a 3 lane and if I am in the middle of the road I can see the razor cut-line on the trees almost like it's slicing them down
My girlfriend bought a new Lexus ES 350 and my Retrofit puts her lights to shame.
Interesting enough we went with the OEM Ballast and DS2 bulbs 35 watt.
I will take night time pics once we fix the passenger side this weekend.
I never did post a pic / conversation regarding the accident I had. In short I ran over a truck tire on the highway it was dark and didn't see it coming till it was too late. Traffic and no room to bag left or right, had to eat it
I ended up having a cracked front bumper, mesh pushed in, fog lamps cracked both right and left and that was pretty much it. Grand total 6k (Progressive) I also had to appeal the surcharge which I'm confident I will win. No prior accidents for over 10 years or any traffic violations (knock on wood)
I ended up painting the hood (rock chips), new bumper and fenders plus mesh grill. Paint job came out awesome! Blended perfect and it looks clean!![Big Grin](https://mbworld.org/forums/images/smilies/biggrin.gif)
Driving impressions at night is pure SEX. The cut-off is amazing and yes it's that good. On RT 495 it's a 3 lane and if I am in the middle of the road I can see the razor cut-line on the trees almost like it's slicing them down
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Interesting enough we went with the OEM Ballast and DS2 bulbs 35 watt.
I will take night time pics once we fix the passenger side this weekend.
I never did post a pic / conversation regarding the accident I had. In short I ran over a truck tire on the highway it was dark and didn't see it coming till it was too late. Traffic and no room to bag left or right, had to eat it
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I ended up painting the hood (rock chips), new bumper and fenders plus mesh grill. Paint job came out awesome! Blended perfect and it looks clean!
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nice rims
I like the E63 rims and the way your lower mesh grille color match the color of your car.
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debating ordering a grill like that and painting it all black but leave the star chrome .. think once i sort out my spring issue ..