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Old Dec 28, 2008 | 04:13 PM
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Can anyone tell me the Ohm rating of the 55W resistor used with HID lighting kits to address the opening and closing of the headlamp doors?
I have access to all this stuff and could easily put this together.
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Old Dec 28, 2008 | 06:00 PM
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Have you tried a search on this?
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Try this:

"Yep we got them. This resistor has been tested on my personal automobile and worked flawlessly. It provides your C5 the necessary 55 watts to keep your low beams opening and closing when using 35 watt HID kits. This adapter plugs right into the ballast and OEM wiring for a fast, easy install. They can be ordered through this link. They are in stock and ready to ship. Order now we only have a limited number available. $25. Only JW Motoring can provide a deal like this!

Order here:


http://www.shop.jwmotoring.com/produ...4&productId=18

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Old Dec 28, 2008 | 07:38 PM
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You can also wire in a small marker light for 3 bucks.
just make sure it is not a led marker light
I did that on mine with no issues

http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c5-g...awesome-2.html





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Old Dec 28, 2008 | 08:52 PM
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Originally Posted by fireman591
You can also wire in a small marker light for 3 bucks.
just make sure it is not a led marker light
I did that on mine with no issues

http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c5-g...awesome-2.html
Adding the marker light works light a champ.
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Old Dec 28, 2008 | 08:56 PM
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Originally Posted by Oldvetter
Try this:

"Yep we got them. This resistor has been tested on my personal automobile and worked flawlessly. It provides your C5 the necessary 55 watts to keep your low beams opening and closing when using 35 watt HID kits. This adapter plugs right into the ballast and OEM wiring for a fast, easy install. They can be ordered through this link. They are in stock and ready to ship. Order now we only have a limited number available. $25. Only JW Motoring can provide a deal like this!

Order here:


http://www.shop.jwmotoring.com/produ...4&productId=18
I bought one of these after using the bulb fix, For 25 bucks it is well worth it. The bulb fix works, But the above is done right and looks great.
Bill K
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Old Dec 28, 2008 | 10:33 PM
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I believe a 6 ohm will do the trick. Load resistor for LED turn signals will work as well if you have the patience to build your own circuits.
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