PIAA H3 wattage question

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12-20-2002, 04:25 AM

amb4081

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PIAA H3 wattage question

At their website, PIAA says for the various H3's (e.g.): for super white platinum, 55w=85w, 3800K

Does that mean it is a 55w bulb and it emits a light the same as an 85w bulb? Or is it an 85w bulb?

12-20-2002, 06:51 AM

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It means that PIAA is claiming that their 55W bulb puts out the same light as an 85 Watt bulb.

Can you say MARKETING?

12-20-2002, 07:18 AM

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It means that PIAA is claiming that their 55W bulb puts out the same light as an 85 Watt bulb.

Can you say MARKETING?

Ok. I wanted to make sure. That is what I thought. Up until a month ago, I was running PIAA superwhites in H-light and fogs. One of the fogs blew out after only one year's use. I know their warranty does not cover bulbs, but I e-mailed them to find out if they'll replace it. I might still go ahead and buy another pair of them. They were very bright and lit the road up.

Who has the best price for PIAA super white 55w H3's?