install HID problem C5
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Melting Slicks
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From: gresham oregon
install HID problem C5
Installed HID and i have problem with the light buckets not coming open and closing. I remember something quite a while ago about this issue. can anyone help me?thank you so much
Pro
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From: Roseville Ca.
You probably need to get an in-line resistor. The HID don't draw as much amperage as the stock units so there's not enough juice for the buckets to raise. It's kind of a hit and miss issue, some guys don't need one and others do. 
Racer
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From: Cypress TX
Not all kits are "exact" plug and play. The positive/negative wires are switched on some units. Check color of "car side" output to the input side on the ballast and make sure they are correct. Also, I think a resistor might be needed for some kits.
Last edited by Torch Rot Z; Oct 29, 2015 at 01:44 PM.
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Melting Slicks
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From: gresham oregon
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Melting Slicks
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From: gresham oregon
So r u saying that some ballats that come from the factory do not have polarity correct? I think it comes from Japan or china so I could understand that. Thanks for your input
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Melting Slicks
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From: gresham oregon
Well we installed the resistor and guess what. It works! Thank you!
