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Old Feb 11, 2007 | 09:08 PM
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TSX projector retrofit

I was wondering if this is all I need for a complete retrofit (minus the headlights)

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Acura...spagenameZWDVW

Is there anything else I would need?
Old Feb 11, 2007 | 10:25 PM
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you will probably want to get a shroud.

a shroud is something that goes over the front of the projector to make it look good and properly flow with the headlight.

u will also want to make a wiring harness to get the power directly from the battery.

other than that...that set is complete.
Old Feb 11, 2007 | 10:28 PM
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Where would I get the wiring harness from? Could you tell me the type of harness to purchase?
I've never done a retrofit so I don't know which harness to get.
Old Feb 12, 2007 | 04:18 AM
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i just want those ballasts. you can make a shroud out of sheet metal
Old Feb 12, 2007 | 02:12 PM
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Originally Posted by riceyasian86
Where would I get the wiring harness from? Could you tell me the type of harness to purchase?
I've never done a retrofit so I don't know which harness to get.

basically how it works is u need to have a relay. The stock plug sends a signal to the relay to get power from the battery. I got mine from HomerMAC. They cost from $30 from him.
Old Feb 12, 2007 | 02:15 PM
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The link has everything you need, I personally prefer a different ballast, one that is not as bulky. A wiring harness can be made by yourself for $30-$40, I can help you out with instructions if you need it, start with a 5-pin SPDT relay and 16 gauge wires in a few colors (2 minimum).
Old Feb 12, 2007 | 05:28 PM
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What would the 5-pin SPDT relay be for? (Where would I put it)
Old Feb 12, 2007 | 06:55 PM
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The relay is part of the wiring harness, it takes the signal to turn on via your factory headlight wiring, then takes power direct from the battery, and sends it to your HID ballast. So you bypass the factory wiring to power the ballasts, and avoid frying your wires, while providing the most direct power available.
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