PIAA headlights suck!
#1
PIAA headlights suck!
I replaced my OEM headlights with a PIAA Super Plasma bulbs only 8 months ago and they're already done. Is this normal? Such a short lifespan.... I don't want to spend $90-100 on bulbs every year. This is the second time this happened.
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Re: PIAA headlights suck!
Originally posted by joon0u
I replaced my OEM headlights with a PIAA Super Plasma bulbs only 8 months ago and they're already done. Is this normal? Such a short lifespan.... I don't want to spend $90-100 on bulbs every year. This is the second time this happened.
I replaced my OEM headlights with a PIAA Super Plasma bulbs only 8 months ago and they're already done. Is this normal? Such a short lifespan.... I don't want to spend $90-100 on bulbs every year. This is the second time this happened.
#6
K-Mart doesn't carry any H-series lamp. The H4 Blue Visions are E-code only, so you have to go "across the pond" to order them. Furthermore, the Phillips VisionPlus bulbs are even better and are available in H4s, too bad 900x lights aren't available in this line:
http://forums.maxima.org/showthread....threadid=57358
http://forums.maxima.org/showthread....threadid=57358
#7
Originally posted by bill99gxe
K-Mart doesn't carry any H-series lamp. The H4 Blue Visions are E-code only, so you have to go "across the pond" to order them. Furthermore, the Phillips VisionPlus bulbs are even better and are available in H4s, too bad 900x lights aren't available in this line:
http://forums.maxima.org/showthread....threadid=57358
K-Mart doesn't carry any H-series lamp. The H4 Blue Visions are E-code only, so you have to go "across the pond" to order them. Furthermore, the Phillips VisionPlus bulbs are even better and are available in H4s, too bad 900x lights aren't available in this line:
http://forums.maxima.org/showthread....threadid=57358
#9
Originally posted by Draco
But do the "VisionPlus" bulbs have a "whiter" color to them like the BlueVision bulbs? Which would you go with?
But do the "VisionPlus" bulbs have a "whiter" color to them like the BlueVision bulbs? Which would you go with?
As the title of that link says, for H4s the VisionPlus bulbs are the best damn $30 you'll ever spend. Then you can make fun of the PIAA lemmings who spent $60 or more......
#10
Originally posted by bill99gxe
If you read the link, you would see that the VisionPlus bulbs have a higher lumens output. Thus, they are brighter than the Blue Visions. Frankly, they theoretically kick the butt of the Blue Visions.
As the title of that link says, for H4s the VisionPlus bulbs are the best damn $30 you'll ever spend. Then you can make fun of the PIAA lemmings who spent $60 or more......
If you read the link, you would see that the VisionPlus bulbs have a higher lumens output. Thus, they are brighter than the Blue Visions. Frankly, they theoretically kick the butt of the Blue Visions.
As the title of that link says, for H4s the VisionPlus bulbs are the best damn $30 you'll ever spend. Then you can make fun of the PIAA lemmings who spent $60 or more......
bill99gxe,
Sorry, didn't read your link before I posted (obvisouly). I read a bit more into these Philip's bulbs, they seem like a great solution when compared to the PIAA brand of bulbs, especially for the price!
I ordered a pair from www.powerbulbs.com after reading your opinion of them and that review of all those bulbs. Can't beat the price.
And to be honest, I don't think my PIAA Super Plasma's put out enough light, plus the beam pattern sucks. Only thing redeeming about them is the color, and even that isn't for everyone. I guess if I really want that bright-blueish looking color that actually puts a lot of light on the pavement then I'll have to fork over $500 or $600 dollars for one of yo_its_ok's HID kits Thanks for the info.
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Re: PIAA headlights suck!
Originally posted by joon0u
I replaced my OEM headlights with a PIAA Super Plasma bulbs only 8 months ago and they're already done. Is this normal? Such a short lifespan.... I don't want to spend $90-100 on bulbs every year. This is the second time this happened.
I replaced my OEM headlights with a PIAA Super Plasma bulbs only 8 months ago and they're already done. Is this normal? Such a short lifespan.... I don't want to spend $90-100 on bulbs every year. This is the second time this happened.
#13
Originally posted by breaux124
Don't touch the lenses.
I've had my piaa superwhites for about 1 1/2 years and they still work great.
Don't touch the lenses.
I've had my piaa superwhites for about 1 1/2 years and they still work great.
I got them used along with the clear corners (from a trusted source ofcourse)
No problems with them...*knock on wood*
#14
I have a question. Has anyone tried these bulbs head to head with the stock bulbs? I remember seeing a website that oem bulbs are the best, the rest of them just look better, but do not perform as well as oem. I tried this myself and I got a better light spread with the oem's, anyone else?
#15
my ex gf went through 2 sets of the piaa super plasma's. I've never had any problem w/ my piaa super whites. Maybe it's a flaw w/ that bulb? I got her those bulbs, b/c she likes the color of them.
#16
same prob here. Never touched the bulb, spent all that time fussing with the fog lights to get them out and in less than 1 yr one fog is out. Next week one headlight is out. Ive had it with piaa they are ****. Good thing im gettin a 2k2, i wont have to dealt with this crap again.
#17
http://www.overboost.com/story.asp?id=102 , these "better" headlights don't do jack.
#18
I have the PIAA superwhites too...and they were my FIRST mod on the max over 2 years ago...they are great...the best thing is the highbeams on the interstate...they make every sign light up like a christmas tree...I don't care what anyone says...I've gotten my $60 and more out of them.
#20
Originally posted by unrealii
http://www.overboost.com/story.asp?id=102 , these "better" headlights don't do jack.
http://www.overboost.com/story.asp?id=102 , these "better" headlights don't do jack.
#22
Originally posted by medicsonic
OEM owns. Then again, 5 dollar regular old Phillips bulbs own too. Why do people insist on buying 'hyperwhite' bulbs BTW? I never got it...
OEM owns. Then again, 5 dollar regular old Phillips bulbs own too. Why do people insist on buying 'hyperwhite' bulbs BTW? I never got it...
For me it is because the Blue Visions have a significantly higher lumens output than the stock Phillips bulb. Also, my visibility has improved. Other than that, my bulbs just look nice and white. If I want bright lights, then it's time for a vehicle with HIDs......
#23
Originally posted by bill99gxe
medic,
For me it is because the Blue Visions have a significantly higher lumens output than the stock Phillips bulb. Also, my visibility has improved. Other than that, my bulbs just look nice and white. If I want bright lights, then it's time for a vehicle with HIDs......
medic,
For me it is because the Blue Visions have a significantly higher lumens output than the stock Phillips bulb. Also, my visibility has improved. Other than that, my bulbs just look nice and white. If I want bright lights, then it's time for a vehicle with HIDs......
#24
Originally posted by bill99gxe
Too bad this test didn't use some real aftermarket bulbs from Phillips.
Too bad this test didn't use some real aftermarket bulbs from Phillips.
#25
Originally posted by unrealii
yeah, that would be sweet. I found this system and they claim it is better than the philips http://www.importtrenz.com/importtre...ting/hid.shtml
yeah, that would be sweet. I found this system and they claim it is better than the philips http://www.importtrenz.com/importtre...ting/hid.shtml
#28
I have PIAAs got em for a really good price and they work great and are super white... great bulbs with out the ricy blue look I just need to find a set or corners that match up.. my Polargs were too blue
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