I can finallllllly seeee!
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I can finallllllly seeee!
So have you guys ever wondered why our bi-xenon don't have great output as BMW/Lexus/Audi. Well I did you guys a favor and did a little work on my headlights. Buddy of mine, Rich from HID Illusionz, finally decided I am tired of the crappy lighting. I really couldn't see past 10-15 away from my car. Did a little research that our E55 Hella projectors probably have the worst lens cause they are "frosty" not clear. Painted the housing a gunmetal/titanium color because my new look for spring is silver/gunmetal accents. Let the pictures do the talking!
10ft away.
23ft away
10ft away.
23ft away
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Im actually just about to put a pair of clear lens into a set of W211 bixenons for someone. I have the headlights and lens just sitting here in front of me. The owner of the car was also complaining that the output on the stock headlights suck so I recommended him to do this upgrade.
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I have not disassembled one of these headlamps yet, so I have two questions:
What does this do to auto leveling / active headlights (turning feature)? I assume the entire projector housing moves, which would allow the swap without losing functionality. can you confirm?
In terms of installation, is it a direct swap, or does the housing need to be modified?
Thanks!!
What does this do to auto leveling / active headlights (turning feature)? I assume the entire projector housing moves, which would allow the swap without losing functionality. can you confirm?
In terms of installation, is it a direct swap, or does the housing need to be modified?
Thanks!!
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You are ONLY replacing the LENS to the projector, not the complete projector. You can PM me on the info. For $250 for a lot better lighting. I think it is well worth it.
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From what I understand, you'll replacing the lenses only on your projectors. Here's a link to a source for the replacement lenses:
http://www.theretrofitsource.com/pro...roducts_id=136
http://www.theretrofitsource.com/pro...roducts_id=136
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Detailed bi-xenon lens retrofit install instructions. In this case, it's for the AL Bosch (Audi).
thanks for the ZKW link, komp55
thanks for the ZKW link, komp55
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Komp55 I found the same source last night, I'll order up the lenses and save $210 and do it myself
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Would anybody attempting this be able to do a side by side of the two light beams? Like say, do the drivers side first, (leaving the passenger headlight in the car) and then turn the lights on to see if the difference is visible?
I'll definitely do this when I attempt this project, but it would be nice to know how much of an improvement there is; to know if it's worth it or not.
I'll definitely do this when I attempt this project, but it would be nice to know how much of an improvement there is; to know if it's worth it or not.
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I am going to have before after pics hopefully this weekend so everyone can see....
I am going to take before pics with both headlights against same wall and do same with new headlights. i will cover up each light so you see the "bigger" picture
I am going to take before pics with both headlights against same wall and do same with new headlights. i will cover up each light so you see the "bigger" picture
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If anyone wants to do this without waiting. I have a extra set of headlights I can send first with modifications, as long you send yours back. I think this would help out A LOT of people.
Edit: If the the group buy is a success, he is dropping the price a lot!
Edit: If the the group buy is a success, he is dropping the price a lot!
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His price is only $100 if you just want to do lens swap, it was 250 for me because I had mine painted.
