djipka

iTrader: (9)

So one of my bulbs went out on me and I got these 55/100 off the internet.
My question is if I have to change the wiring because of the higher watts?
I am thinking that the 55w low beam will be fine but am not sure about the 100w high beam.

thanks in advance to all that help!

Leo_Koneval

iTrader: (4)

You might have to changes the fuses, but I am not too sure about the electrical system. But you should wait for the expert's opnion!

pmohr

iTrader: (26)

You should be fine, assuming you're not running your high beams constantly all the time. Don't up the fuse size, it's a specific amperage rating for a reason.

If you're concerned about it, leave the high beams on for a while and feel the harness. If it's hot, then get a relay and new wiring.

djipka

iTrader: (9)

These days I only drive in town so I never really use the high beam. I have made longer trips before and I have used the high beam for longer periods of time (an hour or more).

you guys are fast. pmohr is the man! every time I have a question he is the one to give me the best answers.

ChrisMan287

iTrader: (34)

I've got higher wattage bulbs, 100% fine with the stock harness.

Leo_Koneval

iTrader: (4)

Can't argue with you there, Pmohr is the man! I am going to school to train as a mechanic in June, I'll be asking a lot of questions very soon

djipka

iTrader: (9)

thanks guys! I only hope that these bulbs will last for a while.

ChrisMan287

iTrader: (34)

I've had mine for close to a year now. No problems.

gatsugansu

iTrader: (3)

Funny thing, I was just wondering about this today. My 55w fog bulbs died, so I bought 100w sylvanya H3s. I wonder if the housing melt, due to extra heat?
I guess I'll find out. LOL.

JSutter

iTrader: (46)

^^^ Dont do it. 100w H3's melted the reflector in my fogs. The reflector peeled right off and made the light useless.

I wouldnt run overwatt 9004 bulbs either.

gatsugansu

iTrader: (3)

^^too late
they're in. 100w sylvania H3s in the fogs. So far no problems, I love the light output, very bright white light.

JSutter

iTrader: (46)

Once you see pieces of reflector in the bottom of the housing, dont say I didnt warn you.

gatsugansu

iTrader: (3)

^Haven't seen any pieces of reflectors yet. It's been 3 days, I have the fogs on all the time even during days. Maybe your fogs were just old

AndrewR2442

iTrader: (1)

It'll happen to you too... just like it happened to me.

ImmaSquashYou

iTrader: (7)

why not just put HID fogs and call it a day?? i'm pretty sure that 100watts is gonna burn something... have you ever felt a 100 watt light bulb after its been on for a while? its basically the same thing..