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Old Jul 21, 2007 | 12:45 PM
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Replacement HID bulbs

I've got a 5.5 gen, I'd like to replace the bubls to a higher color. I was leaning towards 6000K or maybe even 8000K. Do you guys know of any local shops that would sell these like pep boys or autozone? I'd like to get some today, rather than ordering them online. Also how much do the replacement bulbs cost compared to a brand new kit? I want to get a set of HID's for my fog lights as well.
Old Jul 21, 2007 | 12:54 PM
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on ebay they range from 70-110 bucks for just the bulbs

i dont know of any local stores that carry them but i would assume they would charge more if they did
Old Jul 21, 2007 | 01:47 PM
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Only high end stores that carry custom car parts.
Old Jul 21, 2007 | 01:57 PM
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this has been discussed extensively..."higher color" HID bulbs actually have lower light output.

btw, please fix your sig pic http://forums.maxima.org/showthread.php?t=512019
Old Jul 21, 2007 | 03:55 PM
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Only high end stores that carry custom car parts.
yeah i would stay away from pep boys if you want a good quality product
Old Jul 21, 2007 | 04:42 PM
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your best source is online. or check the group deals section. please, utilize the whole forum, theres so many things you can learn!!
Old Jul 21, 2007 | 05:01 PM
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your best source is online. or check the group deals section. please, utilize the whole forum, theres so many things you can learn!!
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yup hes right. online is your best bet.
and group deals is where you woud most likely find em at a great price.
Old Jul 21, 2007 | 06:20 PM
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Thanks guys, I'll look in the deals section.
Old Jul 21, 2007 | 06:24 PM
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please adjust your signature or we will adjust it for you, and you won't like the results. Maximum size is 550 wide by 325 tall.

Thanks in advance.
Old Jul 21, 2007 | 06:26 PM
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by the way, paying $$ to reduce your night visibility....FTMFL.
Old Jul 21, 2007 | 06:59 PM
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i would suggest 6000k at the highest....ive got an 8000k in mine right now. I like the color, But its worn off, I think my next set of bulbs will be 6k
Old Jul 21, 2007 | 07:15 PM
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Originally Posted by soonerfan
this has been discussed extensively..."higher color" HID bulbs actually have lower light output.

btw, please fix your sig pic http://forums.maxima.org/showthread.php?t=512019
why is that mod copying/reposting you?

Originally Posted by irish44j
by the way, paying $$ to reduce your night visibility....FTMFL.

please adjust your signature or we will adjust it for you, and you won't like the results. Maximum size is 550 wide by 325 tall.

Thanks in advance.
Old Jul 21, 2007 | 07:19 PM
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why is that mod copying/reposting you?


people think they dont have to listen to me so a mod has to agree before they believe it
Old Jul 21, 2007 | 07:22 PM
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why is that mod copying/reposting you?


I have authority, and he doesn't
Old Jul 21, 2007 | 07:28 PM
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Originally Posted by irish44j
I have authority, and he doesn't
mine is unofficial...ask joel
Old Jul 21, 2007 | 07:32 PM
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Originally Posted by soonerfan
mine is unofficial...ask joel



Old Jul 21, 2007 | 07:55 PM
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I should ban all of you (and myself) for keeping this lame thread at the top....
Old Jul 21, 2007 | 07:59 PM
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if only you were a 5th gen mod.
where are joel and tim when we need them
Old Jul 22, 2007 | 11:37 AM
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Originally Posted by soonerfan
if only you were a 5th gen mod.
where are joel and tim when we need them
he's not??? sweet, i'm dropping this respeck front then.
i think the other guys are on vacation (perm).
Old Jul 22, 2007 | 01:18 PM
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There are no such thing as HID Foglight. beside why the in world you want to put a HID in a FOG Light in addition to an already HID headlights. it's like trying to blind the heck out of someone on the opposite direction. I'm sure it's illegal to have HID on a fog light. Unless you go offroading on your maxima, which I doubt.
Old Jul 22, 2007 | 01:26 PM
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This is the look I'm after.

This is another users max which I like.
Old Jul 22, 2007 | 01:50 PM
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interesting....perhaps you could pm that particular user?
Old Jul 22, 2007 | 01:52 PM
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All these posts and no one really answer his question...

Go to the groub uy forum, PM operatic and tell him you need a pair of 6,000K D2R bulbs and a 6,000K H3 kit for the fogs.
Old Jul 22, 2007 | 04:01 PM
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Originally Posted by Trurida18
i would suggest 6000k at the highest....ive got an 8000k in mine right now. I like the color, But its worn off, I think my next set of bulbs will be 6k
the color of HID bulbs wears off? i didn't know that.. how long did it take for yours to wear off?
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