JWM and Radioflyer Headlights
11-22-2016, 11:30 PM
#1
Burning Brakes
Thread Starter
JWM and Radioflyer Headlights
Hoping someone can explain what is different between the two. I am unclear as both look the same but priced differently. Are the light patterns the same between the two?
Link to JWM:
http://jwmotorsportsllc.com/JW-Motor...hts_p_100.html
Link to Radioflyer:
http://shop.radioflyerinnovations.co...lights-015.htm
Thanks in advance.
Link to JWM:
http://jwmotorsportsllc.com/JW-Motor...hts_p_100.html
Link to Radioflyer:
http://shop.radioflyerinnovations.co...lights-015.htm
Thanks in advance.
11-23-2016, 08:45 AM
#2
Drifting
Two differences I am aware of, 1) Radioflyers lens assemblies are high quality bi-xenon projectors (lens handles both low/high beam functions) and 2) the assembly has been modified enough to correct the misalignment of the halogen high beam to now line up with the Bi-xenon projector.
I've had Radioflyer HID headlights/fogs, and led switchbacks installed for a few years. Great products, everything was plug and play, no problems with the headlight buckets raising/lowering and excellent customer support.
I've had Radioflyer HID headlights/fogs, and led switchbacks installed for a few years. Great products, everything was plug and play, no problems with the headlight buckets raising/lowering and excellent customer support.
Last edited by MAC5; 11-23-2016 at 08:47 AM.
11-23-2016, 09:33 AM
#3
Burning Brakes
Thread Starter
Thanks MAC5.
What I am understanding is that the bi-xenons are providing both high and low beam functionality (in the outer projector) to give instant high beams, which are augmented by the inner halogen high beam projector that has been aligned to the light beam pattern of the outer one. If so, one could then go with a single HID hi-beam with the associated ballasts in the inner projector as the outer high beam would be on instantly while the inner one warms up. Not that I would do that, but just trying to really understand how else it could be set up.
Lots of videos on the corner lights but have not found anything on the radioflyer headlight functions.
Last edited by raztek; 11-23-2016 at 10:28 AM.
11-23-2016, 12:58 PM
#4
Drifting
I came here for help not passive aggressive comments. I did read it, but was unclear until I read MAC5's post and then rereading the descriptions on the sites.
Thanks MAC5.
What I am understanding is that the bi-xenons are providing both high and low beam functionality (in the outer projector) to give instant high beams, which are augmented by the inner halogen high beam projector that has been aligned to the light beam pattern of the outer one. If so, one could then go with a single HID hi-beam with the associated ballasts in the inner projector as the outer high beam would be on instantly while the inner one warms up. Not that I would do that, but just trying to really understand how else it could be set up.
Lots of videos on the corner lights but have not found anything on the radioflyer headlight functions.
Thanks MAC5.
What I am understanding is that the bi-xenons are providing both high and low beam functionality (in the outer projector) to give instant high beams, which are augmented by the inner halogen high beam projector that has been aligned to the light beam pattern of the outer one. If so, one could then go with a single HID hi-beam with the associated ballasts in the inner projector as the outer high beam would be on instantly while the inner one warms up. Not that I would do that, but just trying to really understand how else it could be set up.
Lots of videos on the corner lights but have not found anything on the radioflyer headlight functions.
In regard to your last sentence about headlight function, its a little unclear as to what your looking for.
11-23-2016, 03:07 PM
#5
Burning Brakes
Thread Starter
As for installing another HID set up in the high beam reflector portion of the assembly, I guess that would be possible. The scattered light generated by that reflector might be annoying.
In regard to your last sentence about headlight function, its a little unclear as to what your looking for.
In regard to your last sentence about headlight function, its a little unclear as to what your looking for.
Looks like it boils down to a couple hundred bucks more going with Radioflyer for bixenon capability on the outer light and more output on high beam (as both inner and outer would be on) vs. with JWM you have HID on low which will switch off (or maybe stay on?) when high beam is enabled along with a less than optimal high beam pattern/projection.
Will dig around on how big a difference the high beam issue is as I would not be using them on a regular basis where I live. Besides when there is oncoming traffic I would switch to lows regardless.
Thanks again for taking the time to post.
Would be great if someone with JWM lights without the high beam correction chimes in.
Last edited by raztek; 11-23-2016 at 03:10 PM.
11-24-2016, 09:01 AM
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The bi-xenon will provide a better high beam for sure if you use your highs a lot. Ours uses the standard reflector. Most will use their halogen bulbs, or we can upgrade the highs with a HID kit. With the low beam projector, you're still going to have a nice sharp low beam where you need it.
We've found most owners don't use them enough to justify the cost. We're just trying to provide a more cost effective option on our end.
Even with our kit, you will still have lows on when you switch to highs. The wiring harness sent with the kit will include that function.
PM me direct with any further questions. We do have a nice sale on these through Cyber Monday.
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...y-special.html
We've found most owners don't use them enough to justify the cost. We're just trying to provide a more cost effective option on our end.
Even with our kit, you will still have lows on when you switch to highs. The wiring harness sent with the kit will include that function.
PM me direct with any further questions. We do have a nice sale on these through Cyber Monday.
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...y-special.html
11-24-2016, 09:33 PM
#10
Burning Brakes
I had the radio flyer version and the light was great! The output from the Morimoto projectors is very even! No experience with the un-modified ACAs however.
I do use my high beams often and the combined light output really helps. Especially with the HIR high beams the ACAs were certified to take (though most just use the original 9005).
I ended up swapping to the SLC V2 because my headlights had a bit of vibration that was extremely noticeable with the sharp cutoff from the projectors.
I do use my high beams often and the combined light output really helps. Especially with the HIR high beams the ACAs were certified to take (though most just use the original 9005).
I ended up swapping to the SLC V2 because my headlights had a bit of vibration that was extremely noticeable with the sharp cutoff from the projectors.
Last edited by Cliff8928; 11-24-2016 at 09:34 PM.
11-24-2016, 10:52 PM
#11
Burning Brakes
Thread Starter
11-25-2016, 09:41 AM
#13
Burning Brakes
Thread Starter
Thanks all for your posts!
12-01-2016, 09:07 PM
#14
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Advantages of Radioflyer headlights:
Bi-xenon Projector optics.
- HID high and low beam from a single HID bulb. High beam is a "wall of light" effectively illuminating even the darkest roads.
- Better-focused pattern from our projectors increases effective "throw" reducing eye strain and allowing the driver to see further.
- Additional 16 degrees of width of pattern allowing for pattern spread nearly the full width of the windshield. Country roads with tight turns are no longer a mystery.
Radioflyer lights also correct problems with the original design:
- LED Dedicated high beam not only matches the HID projector but produces a floodlight pattern that negates the mis alignment issue of the old version
- Radioflyer HID ballasts do not require a dangerously hot load resistor to maintain correct raise/lower function.
- Radioflyer headlights use the factory connections with no large relay harness needed. The included Hi-4 harness tucks away in the fusebox/battery area
Comparison of optics between both lights using the same wattage HID bulb in each:
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...post1580179445
Bi-xenon Projector optics.
- HID high and low beam from a single HID bulb. High beam is a "wall of light" effectively illuminating even the darkest roads.
- Better-focused pattern from our projectors increases effective "throw" reducing eye strain and allowing the driver to see further.
- Additional 16 degrees of width of pattern allowing for pattern spread nearly the full width of the windshield. Country roads with tight turns are no longer a mystery.
Radioflyer lights also correct problems with the original design:
- LED Dedicated high beam not only matches the HID projector but produces a floodlight pattern that negates the mis alignment issue of the old version
- Radioflyer HID ballasts do not require a dangerously hot load resistor to maintain correct raise/lower function.
- Radioflyer headlights use the factory connections with no large relay harness needed. The included Hi-4 harness tucks away in the fusebox/battery area
Comparison of optics between both lights using the same wattage HID bulb in each:
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...post1580179445
12-05-2016, 04:41 PM
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Comparison of optics between both lights using the same wattage HID bulb in each:
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...post1580179445
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...post1580179445
12-05-2016, 09:56 PM
#16
Le Mans Master
Google "HID Jiggle"
I have a post in there somewhere.........once I modified I had no more jiggle. It is just the design of the C5 headlight system.....lots of slop that you just can't see when using the OEM halogen lights.