Which H4 Bulb?
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Le Mans Master
Joined: Mar 2001
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From: Modesto CA
Which H4 Bulb?
APC H4 Icy Hot 60/65w = $12
or
APC H4 Plasma 90/100w = $35
I already have the #885 foglights aswell as I'll be having some blue(white) parking (#1157) bulbs. I don't want to be completely blinding every driver, but I do want to have a decent amount of light. I'm thinking about just getting the 60/65w's for now, because I'm already spending $70 for the conversion kit.
or
APC H4 Plasma 90/100w = $35
I already have the #885 foglights aswell as I'll be having some blue(white) parking (#1157) bulbs. I don't want to be completely blinding every driver, but I do want to have a decent amount of light. I'm thinking about just getting the 60/65w's for now, because I'm already spending $70 for the conversion kit.
Safety Car
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From: Pinellas Florida Misfit
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Re: Which H4 Bulb? (TIMSPEED)
90/100w.. I've got the blue 55/60's and they are nice, but I'm going with the 90/100's soon. You won't blind other drivers as long as the lights are aimed correctly.
Burning Brakes
Joined: Aug 2000
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From: Cincinnati OH
Re: Which H4 Bulb? (TIMSPEED)
Careful there, are you sure the stock wiring can handle the extra current? I don't know the answer, but it can be a fire hazard if the wiring is not sufficient.
BTW, here's some good reading for anyone interested in headlights:
http://lighting.mbz.org
BTW, here's some good reading for anyone interested in headlights:
http://lighting.mbz.org
Burning Brakes
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From: Andover MA
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Re: Which H4 Bulb? (Vince Ivanc)
I agree. You want to think about the wiring before using the higher wattage bulbs. I use the Sylvania 12 volts, 60/55 watt Halogen XtraVision 9003 XV bulbs. They cost $12.99 each and are available at most auto stores. Sylvania also sells a "Cool Blue" version if you're into that. BTW, the H4 bulbs and the 9003 bulbs are the same. The brightness is great and my field of vision is much better than stock.
Team Owner
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From: Boston, MA
Careful there, are you sure the stock wiring can handle the extra current?
P.S.
The APC bulbs put out the equivalent of 130 watts of light in high beam mode thanks to being charged with Xenon Gas.
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