Noz Posted August 3, 2012 Share Posted August 3, 2012 Looking for some experience with these.I've had problems with HID kits in the past from different sources. I had a few from the group buy when I used to help direct customers, but still had issues and saw alot of people come back with problems, ballast were always going. Wondering if people have used their warrenty etc just how they felt the quality of the products was. Going to buy a kit myself, wanted some feedback first. Not looking for any feedback regarding bodykits, fitment issues or any non-kit related items. Thanks guys Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David P Posted August 3, 2012 Share Posted August 3, 2012 I used the cheapest Chinese option on ebay and all eight work a treat. Whatever it say's on the box, that's where they come from. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supra joe Posted August 3, 2012 Share Posted August 3, 2012 Had an ebay jobbie in my last supe mate, worked fine Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Holden1989 Posted August 3, 2012 Share Posted August 3, 2012 Not looking for any feedback regarding bodykits, fitment issues or any non-kit related items. I hope you have no issues with purchase/delivery - Customer service is $hit all round..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noz Posted August 3, 2012 Author Share Posted August 3, 2012 I used the cheapest Chinese option on ebay and all eight work a treat. Whatever it say's on the box, that's where they come from. it's not though matey. Ive seen a website sellig different HID packaging, you just order the boxes and put whatever you want inside some of the cheap ebay ones have different packaging with the same supplier with different ranges in price! only concern is paying more money and getting one of those, or getting a company product and having problems with a warrenty. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guigsy Posted August 3, 2012 Share Posted August 3, 2012 I had a set from the original group buy. They had to go back as they didn't work but were replaced no problem. They lasted 3 years or so untill they got bashed arround in my accident. Then they stopped. But both headlights were destroyed so no real surprise there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noz Posted August 3, 2012 Author Share Posted August 3, 2012 Destroyed through process of HID's? I've found the glue began to melt slightly on my halos' Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt H Posted August 3, 2012 Share Posted August 3, 2012 I have a set of Knight Racer HIDS in my car. I had problems until I purchased a HID relay kit and now fine. - - - Updated - - - Destroyed through process of HID's? I've found the glue began to melt slightly on my halos' I think he means he had crash, which destroyed the headlights and thus his HIDs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noz Posted August 3, 2012 Author Share Posted August 3, 2012 Could you expand on the relay kit issue mate Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt H Posted August 3, 2012 Share Posted August 3, 2012 Could you expand on the relay kit issue mate Basically a HID relay is used when there's not enough juice coming through the wiring loom to the headlights to either fire up or keep them running properly. Symptoms maybe that one of both HIDs flicker but don't fire up, they fire up but cut out after a period or a combination of both. The HID relay, which is not very expesensive at all, simply gives the ballast a direct feed from the battery instead of the loom. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndrewOW Posted August 3, 2012 Share Posted August 3, 2012 I bought both my kits from eBay, and are still going strong. Dipped and main beams. I ideally would like pre-heated ones for the main beam, but it's not essential, as the dipped beam is so good. I could provide a link to the ones I bought? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drift_bear Posted August 3, 2012 Share Posted August 3, 2012 (edited) I've used knight racer HID kits in all 3 supra's, the lexus and my pick up and not had any problems what so ever dude with the product or even the service, was always spot on for me Edited August 3, 2012 by drift_bear (see edit history) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndrewOW Posted August 3, 2012 Share Posted August 3, 2012 The Knightracer kits are alright if you want blue lights. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
black_widow87 Posted August 3, 2012 Share Posted August 3, 2012 I could provide a link to the ones I bought? Yes please! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lbm Posted August 3, 2012 Share Posted August 3, 2012 I bought my HIDs from KR around the time of their their group buy. Although I just missed out on the GB. I purchased them on 12-28-08. HID Kit- 6000k - J spec 9005 After about 2 weeks one of the bulbs died. This was on 25-02-08 Joe said to send it back and he exchanged it immediately, no fuss. Boths ballasts and bulbs are still going strong. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drift_bear Posted August 3, 2012 Share Posted August 3, 2012 The Knightracer kits are alright if you want blue lights. You can choose between the white and blue now IIRC dude Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guigsy Posted August 3, 2012 Share Posted August 3, 2012 Basically a HID relay is used when there's not enough juice coming through the wiring loom to the headlights to either fire up or keep them running properly. Symptoms maybe that one of both HIDs flicker but don't fire up, they fire up but cut out after a period or a combination of both. The HID relay, which is not very expesensive at all, simply gives the ballast a direct feed from the battery instead of the loom. I had this issue on my be car. One would often turn off after turning the car on. I'd have to turn them off and back on. But it was fixed by a new battery. And moving the battery from the boot back into the engine bay. these are expensive Phillips hid's And yes the knightracer hid's broke after the collision. Bulbs and everything looked ok but I guess there was some invisable damage due to the shock or vibration. The knightracer kit was fine. I'd get them again - - - Updated - - - You can choose between the white and blue now IIRC dude You always could. Mine were white Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Budz86 Posted August 3, 2012 Share Posted August 3, 2012 Think I bought a couple of sets from HIDdirect or something. Cheaper than KR and free next day delivery. Never had a problem and got the heat range I wanted too! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndrewOW Posted August 3, 2012 Share Posted August 3, 2012 Yes please! See here: http://tinyurl.com/bsv93r4 £25.99 free postage. I have the 4300K white bulbs, and they are superb. They are on the car in this photo (any excuse)! You can choose between the white and blue now IIRC dude Intresting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Budz86 Posted August 3, 2012 Share Posted August 3, 2012 They are on the car in this photo (any excuse)! Show off! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JamieP Posted August 3, 2012 Share Posted August 3, 2012 Had my knight racer hid kit in the car for about 3 years, been perfect. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David P Posted August 3, 2012 Share Posted August 3, 2012 (edited) I had this issue on my be car. One would often turn off after turning the car on. Turning the lights on before starting the engine is numpty at the best of times, because is an unnecessary drain on the battery at a time you need a lot of amps to start the engine. When starting the engine, a voltage drop interrupts the HID ballast, sometimes temporarily, sooner-or-later, terminally. Start the car then turn the lights on. The engine will be more willing to start, the battery will last longer and so will the HID's. Edited August 3, 2012 by David P (see edit history) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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