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Old 06-14-2007 | 02:56 AM
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HID projector headlamps

haha remember when everyone said they should make HID projector headlamps? i found it, but pricey as hellll @ $1000 a pair
http://www.streetbeatcustoms.com/acahidxp3026b.html

looks really similar to the ebay ones as well
Old 06-14-2007 | 07:51 AM
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andysautosport.com has these kind of headlights on there website for 500 to 600 i don't think its worth the money... any one have an input

on a different note what the hell are you doing at 5 am
Old 06-14-2007 | 01:43 PM
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lol; what aren't i doing at 5am on my day off;
haha i usually work from 1-9AM, that's why i'm up
yea it's def not worth it; mind as well get ebay projectors and retro yourself
i'm just curious to see output shots and if anyone knew what kind of projectors are used
Old 06-14-2007 | 02:00 PM
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probably the same crap ones on the ebay ones
Old 06-14-2007 | 04:45 PM
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I'd stay away from any product that does not provide detail descriptions and multiple product shots. It's alway the same questions everyone has.

What kind a of HID bulbs does it use?
What's the kelvin rating of the bulbs?
What does the beam pattern and cutoff look like?
Is it plug and play (H4 connection) or is re-wiring involved?
Was the projector retrofitted with a better one?
What kind of ballasts does it use?

At least they say it's for a 00-01 Maxima and not a 02-03, but get the product shot right. If they're gonna sell black, show black and not chrome!
Old 06-15-2007 | 08:28 AM
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DAYUM!!! They got me Fncked up if they think im gonna pay that much for those and they're not even HID or projector like
Old 06-15-2007 | 08:59 AM
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bigtony,

First of all., LOVE the bouncing boobies... Thanks

Second, WAY too much. I just got OEM, BRAND NEW HID's a few months back for 575 shipped and I am sure their are better deals out there. There are also a dozen or so custom places that will custom make the HID's for you with quality material. You can get some CHEAP ebay projectors and retro them for about half that price.
Old 06-15-2007 | 03:31 PM
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^ True, but reflector-based HIDs will never have the nice, sharp cutoff of projector HIDs. However, their web site tells you NOTHING about these lights. I know of another company (can't remember the name) that has the "same" picture, but in the description they tell you they've retrofitted specific projectors into them and include the bulbs and ballasts.
Old 06-17-2007 | 11:54 AM
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I do retro's for a hid company (no advertising) here in CT. I have done a few maximas. I am a member of hidplanet and have plenty of posts. PM if you are serious about it, or just have questions. for 500$ you can have amazing output better than the HID reflector set up stock on some of our cars.
Old 06-17-2007 | 04:15 PM
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yea the projectors are nice BUT it does seem a little pricey
Old 06-17-2007 | 04:19 PM
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My first car I stacked up on performance parts and someone hit me, they totaled it. so I found that putting money into more general things like lighting, stereo. with some in performance it is easier transferable. If you want to keep the projectors for a new car retro they u place stockies back in there and vwa lah. I tell my friend that does all performance to his volvo. that "you cant drive fast at night if you cant see". Then again in CT we have some pitch black windy dark roads so lights are more necessary here. 500$ lights or a 500$ exhaust system. or 500$ tires. or 500$ subs. it all is preference:-p
Old 06-20-2007 | 04:56 PM
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Originally Posted by SilMax00
probably the same crap ones on the ebay ones
Yeah make sure you purchase smart
Old 06-20-2007 | 07:22 PM
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Yeah make sure you purchase smart
best advice so far
Old 06-21-2007 | 05:14 AM
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haha i know better not to get these; and i see u all the time here's my mind
Old 06-21-2007 | 08:20 AM
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I am retroing e55's into ebay headlights for a .org member this month I'll have a post all set up for progress and when its done for yall. maybe make it a sticky
Old 06-21-2007 | 11:35 PM
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^ I wonder whom that could be...
Old 06-22-2007 | 09:10 AM
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hmm I wonder...
Old 06-22-2007 | 09:34 AM
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yes...who could it be.. (..)
Old 06-23-2007 | 05:20 PM
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Originally Posted by heresmymind
"I get around"
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I am retroing e55's into ebay headlights for a .org member this month I'll have a post all set up for progress and when its done for yall. maybe make it a sticky

do keep us posted on this, you might have another customer if all turns out well
Old 06-23-2007 | 07:47 PM
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Big Tony, those lights are way too expensive.
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