Sometimes Aftermark HID Bulbs are better then OEM Bulbs
I recently purchased XenonDepot’s new Xtreme 5000K HID bulbs for my 2007 IS350 and finally got to install them this past weekend. I wanted to post a review for a two reasons: 1) they’re brand new (just recently added to the website) and I think very few if any CL members have them yet, and 2) I know there’s a demand out there for a 5000K bulb as an alternative to the stock bulbs.
When I bought the car, I didn’t really like the stock bulbs; the look and color was a little too dull and yellowish. The dullness I perceived could have been influenced by the fact that these bulbs had been on the car for 4 years and 60k miles, and so they could have been showing some wear in quality and color of output. I wanted to swap them out, so I started looking on CL and it seemed in every thread I read on the subject, the unanimous recommendation was 6000K bulbs. I saw pictures of them and even in person and while they looked good in some applications, they were too blue for my personal taste.
HID Kit and Dodge Ram 1500 Halo Projector Headlights Install
Here is a great how to install an HID conversion Kit and a Halo Projector Headlight install on a Dodge Ram 1500.
With plenty of detail and awesome pictures to go long its a great read for anyone wanting to install an HID Kit and or a Projector headlight for their vehicle.
How to Install an HID Kit
HID automotive lighting provides superior light output to standard tungsten filament bulbs, and HID bulbs are rated to last up to eight times longer than their conventional counterparts. These reasons, and the fact that they are available in a number of different colors, have made HID conversions a popular aftermarket upgrade. HID bulbs are available in most factory bulb sizes and may be installed in almost any vehicle. Before installing HID lighting, check with your local authorities as many communities have laws prohibiting HID lighting for on-road use.