dude Posted March 3, 2012 Share Posted March 3, 2012 After driving the range rover for so long i cannot put up with the candles in the supra and seeing as we now know they can be set up not too dazzle I want to put some HID's in it, has anyone managed to buy a set with DIRECT fit bulbs, not having to trim the tabs off etc ???? Also wanted the mini ballasts so they are easy to mount. I know they are dirt cheap from china but is there anywhere else?? Thanks guys. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott Posted March 3, 2012 Share Posted March 3, 2012 After driving the range rover for so long i cannot put up with the candles in the supra and seeing as we now know they can be set up not too dazzle I want to put some HID's in it, has anyone managed to buy a set with DIRECT fit bulbs, not having to trim the tabs off etc ???? Also wanted the mini ballasts so they are easy to mount. I know they are dirt cheap from china but is there anywhere else?? Thanks guys. I've never had to trim any of mine, they always fitted straight in. The only thing I would recommend if you were having a bit of trouble would be to loosen off the mounting rings at the back of the lights to get them in. Once in they can be tightened right up again, I've never had this issue though. I would just buy a set from Ebay mate. For all they cost it's worth just doing it that way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Supra N_A Posted March 3, 2012 Share Posted March 3, 2012 you will need HB3 9005 bulbs which are a direct fit as that is what I have just fitted with no issues... well did have issues with the wrong bulbs been sent out/bulb blown and 1 week later the ballast blown.. but yea all sorted now! best bet is ebay! cheaper and is the exact same kits.. I got knight racer kits thinking it was going to be special got stung 70 quid!! looked on ebay can get the bulbs for £10 for 2 bulbs and the ballast for £12 each so yea mucho cheaper.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JamieP Posted March 3, 2012 Share Posted March 3, 2012 Talk to Lee dude, he can supply with the mini ballast. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dude Posted March 3, 2012 Author Share Posted March 3, 2012 Thanks guys Ill have a poke around and see whats what, Lee has some other stuff for me so will prob just get some from him. gonna need some for the fogs on the rangey as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JamieP Posted March 3, 2012 Share Posted March 3, 2012 If you see Lee grab that prop hoop for mark mate, otherwise i will bring it to your dyno day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dude Posted March 3, 2012 Author Share Posted March 3, 2012 No problem dude, Lee doesnt so them any more so Ebay it is !!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
formatzero Posted March 3, 2012 Share Posted March 3, 2012 I needed new balast and got it from H.I.D'S direct very fast delivery considering where i live. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dude Posted March 4, 2012 Author Share Posted March 4, 2012 you will need HB3 9005 bulbs which are a direct fit as that is what I have just fitted with no issues... well did have issues with the wrong bulbs been sent out/bulb blown and 1 week later the ballast blown.. but yea all sorted now! best bet is ebay! cheaper and is the exact same kits.. I got knight racer kits thinking it was going to be special got stung 70 quid!! looked on ebay can get the bulbs for £10 for 2 bulbs and the ballast for £12 each so yea mucho cheaper.. So the 9005 will go straight in the dip beam of a facelft headlight ?? Was going to do fogs as well which I believe are an H3. Found a guy in the UK doing em with mini ballasts for £29 so will prob go with him as if there are problems it easier to sort out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noz Posted March 4, 2012 Share Posted March 4, 2012 I'd check your headlights for fitment. When I used to supply people with HID bulbs there were cross over's with HB4 and HB3 being used different combinations of lights. People had to returne different sets. Just double check mate what you are running. My JSpec lumes on my car are for UK spec headlights, PITA Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dude Posted March 4, 2012 Author Share Posted March 4, 2012 Bulbs look the same from UK to J spec but the tabs are in diff places, in 11 years Ive never had to buy a bulb for a Supra !!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Graham1984 Posted March 4, 2012 Share Posted March 4, 2012 Bulbs look the same from UK to J spec but the tabs are in diff places, in 11 years Ive never had to buy a bulb for a Supra !!!!! You can teach an old dog new tricks then after all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pulley Posted March 4, 2012 Share Posted March 4, 2012 I have hb3's in main and dipped and h3 fogs all with slim ballasts, the hb3 and hb4 hid bulbs are exactly the same, the only difference is on original bulbs one has 2 tabs in the connector plugand the other has 1 Main beams need a heated base if you want instant full intensity in switch on Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dude Posted March 4, 2012 Author Share Posted March 4, 2012 You can teach an old dog new tricks then after all. Apparently so son !!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dude Posted March 4, 2012 Author Share Posted March 4, 2012 I have hb3's in main and dipped and h3 fogs all with slim ballasts, the hb3 and hb4 hid bulbs are exactly the same, the only difference is on original bulbs one has 2 tabs in the connector plugand the other has 1 Main beams need a heated base if you want instant full intensity in switch on So I need hb3's for dipped then, whats the heated base and is it worth going for the 50W version over the 35 ???? Also getting some silly heat range for the front fogs on the Rangey with the new 2012 front. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pulley Posted March 4, 2012 Share Posted March 4, 2012 I got hb3 50w units at 6000k (White like rangie stock hids) I think a lower heat slightly yellower light would work better for fogs (doesn't bounce back so bad) Some factory fitted high beam hids have very expensive setups that basically preheat the main beam, I did a home made jobby Wot heat rating you going for on your rangie fogs? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dude Posted March 4, 2012 Author Share Posted March 4, 2012 Was going to go 6 or 8K on the Supra (the fogs need to match the dipped) and 10 or 13K on the RR, i never use the fogs either front or rear but would look good fore the odd pose when in town . Strangely I could legally drive with the fogs on all the time as they are the required distance from the floor, cant believe the amount of cars now driving with the front fogs on all the time, some idiots even on sides and fogs, and these are like businesmen and not cruisers. Down the back lanes in the snow the fogs were pretty good at illuminating the kerbs and useful as the speeds were low. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Graham1984 Posted March 4, 2012 Share Posted March 4, 2012 cant believe the amount of cars now driving with the front fogs on all the time, some idiots even on sides and fogs, and these are like businesmen and not cruisers. I see loads of these people everyday and it seams to of become a really common accepted thing to do..... I may only be peed off due to my dipped beams being pants and when some moron drives at me with four lights on it irks me to the point I keep flashing full beam and fogs while giving some hinting hand gestures out the window. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pulley Posted March 4, 2012 Share Posted March 4, 2012 I run my fronts all at 6000k, thefogs I usually run with my dips as they're technically "driving" lights at that height anyway, and my beam patterns are spit on The rangies lights are very good I found The Mostly country roads I drive everyday are filled with idiotswho drive with thier fogs on even with only sidelights , I do miss my rangie, it had huge road presence Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LOGIE Posted March 4, 2012 Share Posted March 4, 2012 please forgive the hijack what are ballasts? the reason i ask is HIDs are something i keep meaning to get around to getting. I have UK glass lights in with j spec wiring. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dude Posted March 4, 2012 Author Share Posted March 4, 2012 please forgive the hijack what are ballasts? the reason i ask is HIDs are something i keep meaning to get around to getting. I have UK glass lights in with j spec wiring. Part of the HID kit, i believe they convert 12v to a much higher voltage for the HID bulb, its a box that goes in line between the bulb and wiring, the mini ballasts are a lot smaller and easier to fit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LOGIE Posted March 4, 2012 Share Posted March 4, 2012 Part of the HID kit, i believe they convert 12v to a much higher voltage for the HID bulb, its a box that goes in line between the bulb and wiring, the mini ballasts are a lot smaller and easier to fit. Ah ok cheers Dude, so if i buy a HID "KIT" I should be ok... http://www.autobulbsdirect.co.uk/hb3-9005-hid-headlight-conversion-kit/?bulb_search=c25346&end=front Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyT Posted March 4, 2012 Share Posted March 4, 2012 Heard hids are going to be an issue for mot this year. Does anyone have exact details? Is it going to be a pattern issue? I have hid dips. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dude Posted March 4, 2012 Author Share Posted March 4, 2012 Heard hids are going to be an issue for mot this year. Does anyone have exact details? Is it going to be a pattern issue? I have hid dips. You can always take em out and put stock bulbs in, you would not need to remove the kit just disconnect the plugs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyT Posted March 4, 2012 Share Posted March 4, 2012 You can always take em out and put stock bulbs in, you would not need to remove the kit just disconnect the plugs. Understood dude. Thanks. How come cars can come from the factory with hids? Annoys me the laws that sometime pass. Fitting hits is the 1st thing to do on a Supra. Standard lamps are a joke and dangerous on unlit roads. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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