Xenon upgrade - better option?
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Xenon upgrade - better option?
I have done some research into upgrading the 'lux's lights to xenon, but all the worthwhile info points to 2 things:
The standard lens will not do - the markings on it negatively affect the light path of xennon
and without a projector type lens one is wasting your own time with xennon.
I have come across this link, that seems like it is on the right path, the only problem still is the clear lenses....
http://www.theretrofitsource.com/index.php?cPath=24" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
Anyone's thoughts in this regard?
The standard lens will not do - the markings on it negatively affect the light path of xennon
and without a projector type lens one is wasting your own time with xennon.
I have come across this link, that seems like it is on the right path, the only problem still is the clear lenses....
http://www.theretrofitsource.com/index.php?cPath=24" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
Anyone's thoughts in this regard?
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Re: Xenon upgrade - better option?
Amen brotherPolarbear2008 wrote:I have done some research into upgrading the 'lux's lights to xenon, but all the worthwhile info points to 2 things:
The standard lens will not do - the markings on it negatively affect the light path of xennon
and without a projector type lens one is wasting your own time with xennon.
I have come across this link, that seems like it is on the right path, the only problem still is the clear lenses....
http://www.theretrofitsource.com/index.php?cPath=24" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
Anyone's thoughts in this regard?
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Re: Xenon upgrade - better option?
Oooms
there are Osram Silverstars in at the present time....have not tried nightbreakers as yet.
BTW is there a proper procedure for setting up the headlights?
there are Osram Silverstars in at the present time....have not tried nightbreakers as yet.
BTW is there a proper procedure for setting up the headlights?
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Re: Xenon upgrade - better option?
Hi Theunis
I also have Silverstars on my truck, they make a big difference. I find the Nightbreakers even much more effecient in terms of light output, but they do not last more than 3 months, so I went back the Silverstars.
Osram then made a better version of Nightbreakers, I suppose after recieving lots of complains of lifespan of the original ones, I do not remember what they call the newer ones. Have not tried them either but maybe they could be worthwhile.
I have not yet thought of Xenon upgrade for two reasons:
1. Are the replacement lamps/globes easily and readily available? And if so at how much.
2. Considering the water/river crossing that one does, how will these Xenons react?
Regards.
I also have Silverstars on my truck, they make a big difference. I find the Nightbreakers even much more effecient in terms of light output, but they do not last more than 3 months, so I went back the Silverstars.
Osram then made a better version of Nightbreakers, I suppose after recieving lots of complains of lifespan of the original ones, I do not remember what they call the newer ones. Have not tried them either but maybe they could be worthwhile.
I have not yet thought of Xenon upgrade for two reasons:
1. Are the replacement lamps/globes easily and readily available? And if so at how much.
2. Considering the water/river crossing that one does, how will these Xenons react?
Regards.
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Re: Xenon upgrade - better option?
You can actaully buy the Xenon type lens and make it fit in the Lux. You can also buy replacement headlight units with clear lenses for the Lux.Polarbear2008 wrote:I have done some research into upgrading the 'lux's lights to xenon, but all the worthwhile info points to 2 things:
The standard lens will not do - the markings on it negatively affect the light path of xennon
and without a projector type lens one is wasting your own time with xennon.
I have come across this link, that seems like it is on the right path, the only problem still is the clear lenses....
http://www.theretrofitsource.com/index.php?cPath=24" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
Anyone's thoughts in this regard?
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Re: Xenon upgrade - better option?
Your's will not last cause the are half full of water..... :roll: :roll: :roll:Donkey wrote:Hi Theunis
I also have Silverstars on my truck, they make a big difference. I find the Nightbreakers even much more effecient in terms of light output, but they do not last more than 3 months, so I went back the Silverstars.
Osram then made a better version of Nightbreakers, I suppose after recieving lots of complains of lifespan of the original ones, I do not remember what they call the newer ones. Have not tried them either but maybe they could be worthwhile.
I have not yet thought of Xenon upgrade for two reasons:
1. Are the replacement lamps/globes easily and readily available? And if so at how much.
2. Considering the water/river crossing that one does, how will these Xenons react?
Regards.
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Re: Xenon upgrade - better option?
SAC vanderbijlpark fitted osrams to my truck and the effect is very good aswell as the spot lights and the lower spotlights
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Re: Xenon upgrade - better option?
I believe the new Osram's are called "Day Breakers" .... but I would also rather stick to Silverstar, or even Cool Blue, until they've proved themselves. ![Thinking :think:](./images/smilies/icon_think.gif)
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Re: Xenon upgrade - better option?
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Any ideas on where to buy and what prices? For the projectors and the clear lens lights. I have not been able to source the clear lens lights locally - first problem.
The projectors in your photo look good!
Thanks so far!
Any ideas on where to buy and what prices? For the projectors and the clear lens lights. I have not been able to source the clear lens lights locally - first problem.
The projectors in your photo look good!
Thanks so far!
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Re: Xenon upgrade - better option?
Eish... sorry I thought I did post the linkPolarbear2008 wrote:Cassie
Any ideas on where to buy and what prices? For the projectors and the clear lens lights. I have not been able to source the clear lens lights locally - first problem.
The projectors in your photo look good!
Thanks so far!
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Re: Xenon upgrade - better option?
Cassie
Wat is die boonste ding in die foto wat jy gepost het? Ek het nog nooit so iets gesien nie. As jy my dalk kan verduidelik wat die doel is en hoe dit werk asb... Hoekom kan mens nie net die onderste een gebruik met goeie globes nie
O ja. Het op autostyle se site die onderste een gesien vir R350.00 mar weet nie of dit vir een of n stel is nie...
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Wat is die boonste ding in die foto wat jy gepost het? Ek het nog nooit so iets gesien nie. As jy my dalk kan verduidelik wat die doel is en hoe dit werk asb... Hoekom kan mens nie net die onderste een gebruik met goeie globes nie
O ja. Het op autostyle se site die onderste een gesien vir R350.00 mar weet nie of dit vir een of n stel is nie...
Dankie
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Re: Xenon upgrade - better option?
Cassie
excuse my ignorance, but would these work in the lux:
HL21100 165mm Free Form Hi-Lo H4 Conversion Headlamp?
excuse my ignorance, but would these work in the lux:
HL21100 165mm Free Form Hi-Lo H4 Conversion Headlamp?
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Re: Xenon upgrade - better option?
Hier is die link
http://www.autostyle.co.za/product/1754 ... eadlights/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
Wat dink julle?
http://www.autostyle.co.za/product/1754 ... eadlights/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
Wat dink julle?
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Re: Xenon upgrade - better option?
Die boonste ding is die Xenon lens wat mens eintlik moet he wanneer mens Xenon globes gebruik. Daai is nou net 'n after market een in plaas van een wat soos bevoorbeeld in die nuwe Prado se ligte is.Evert Deyzel wrote:Cassie
Wat is die boonste ding in die foto wat jy gepost het? Ek het nog nooit so iets gesien nie. As jy my dalk kan verduidelik wat die doel is en hoe dit werk asb... Hoekom kan mens nie net die onderste een gebruik met goeie globes nie
O ja. Het op autostyle se site die onderste een gesien vir R350.00 mar weet nie of dit vir een of n stel is nie...
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As ek 'n vinnige raaiskoot moet waag sou ek sê daai prys is vir 'n stel. Die rede is hulle praat van headlights
Not sure but it would be quite pretty. It seems to be the same size. Maybe someone else can give some input. Here is the unit and diagramPolarbear2008 wrote:Cassie
excuse my ignorance, but would these work in the lux:
HL21100 165mm Free Form Hi-Lo H4 Conversion Headlamp?
![Image](http://www.rallylights.com/images/21100F.jpg)
![Image](http://www.rallylights.com/images/21100F_diag.jpg)
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