getbent
Thats how them b*tch's R
One headlight bulb for my car is $100. I'm not even going to look up replacing the lens.
Foggy auto headlights
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One headlight bulb for my car is $100. I'm not even going to look up replacing the lens.
glhs837
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One headlight bulb for my car is $100. I'm not even going to look up replacing the lens.
whaaa? Laser headlights?
getbent
Thats how them b*tch's R
You would think they'd automatically switch from high beam to low beam for that amount, lol.
glhs837
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No kidding, the wifes Jeep does that, man, you get spoiled quick. Systems better at it than I am. Also has auto on, so really the headlight controls never get used. Then I jump into one of the older cars and have to remember, "Oh crap, I have to do all that stuff myself. Freakin Flintstone cars...."
Really though, what the hell kinds of bulbs are those? Xenon HIDs are less than $50 on Amazon? Is that the dealer price?
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getbent
Thats how them b*tch's R
The only thing I have is an auto option where the lights are on during the day and at night and they shut off automatically after I shut the car off. I'm not sure of the type but I got one at Auto Zone. I'll have to check Amazon for them next time. It was nighttime when I noticed it was out so I wanted one before I got pulled over. I don't even have a fancy expensive car, it's a 2011 Altima. The fanciest thing about it is it's the V6.
Chris0nllyn
Well-Known Member
You probably have the HID option. (D2S bulbs)
Rockauto has bulbs for your car. $29.79ea.
http://www.rockauto.com/en/catalog/...,electrical-bulb+&+socket,headlamp+bulb,11701
My old car had the same bulbs and wait until the ballast goes out (not trying to jinx you
)If it does, don't go OEM as it's super expensive. I used DDM Tuning and rewired the headlight for a new ballast.
http://www.ddmtuning.com/Product-Categories/HID/HID-Kits/DDM-HID-Kits
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glhs837
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Yeah, the stock Hella DS2 is a pricey bulb
http://www.amazon.com/SYLVANIA-High-Intensity-Discharge-Bulb/dp/B00265FXFY
Amazon shows a list of $99, but you could buy one there now for $40. I might be tempted to grab one at that price and toss it in the glovebox against future need. Or buy two of the lesser brand DS2s like Wagner.
getbent
Thats how them b*tch's R
getbent
Thats how them b*tch's R
You probably have the HID option. (D2S bulbs)
Rockauto has bulbs for your car. $29.79ea.
http://www.rockauto.com/en/catalog/...,electrical-bulb+&+socket,headlamp+bulb,11701
My old car had the same bulbs and wait until the ballast goes out (not trying to jinx you
If it does, don't go OEM as it's super expensive. I used DDM Tuning and rewired the headlight for a new ballast.
http://www.ddmtuning.com/Product-Categories/HID/HID-Kits/DDM-HID-Kits
Yes, looked like this: http://www.autozone.com/electrical-...-dohc/931240_301311_18273_8549/?checkfit=true
Pain in the ass to get to. We were told technically you have to take it to the dealer because they have to pull everything off from the front. Thank God for YouTube. We went from the wheel well.
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did mine today with the 3M product, works like a champ
did mine today with the 3M product, works like a champ
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The set I bought had the sand paper and the polisher that attached to a drill..........it still didn't last long
getbent
Thats how them b*tch's R
1995
whats that :shrug:
glhs837
Power with Control
So, coincidentally, the 98 328 that I"m picking up Saturday has fogged headlights. I'll turn the boy loose and do some before and after. So, plastic vs glass. As a maker, plastic costs less. As an owner, the glass is more susceptible to chipping and or breaking. There are variations due to front end design that change that up. The fact tht plastic oxidizes long after any possible warranty runs out, well, you can't blame they for not caring about that. Oh, and plastic opens up design options you simply couldnt do with glass.
GWguy
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My 2000 GMC had glass. While valid arguments, mine never chipped or had issues in the 13 years I had it. Plastic can fade, scratch in a few years. I'd prefer glass.
My '14 GMC has plastic. I'm curious to see how long before they start to have issues. I garage mine, so it may be a very long time.
My '14 GMC has plastic. I'm curious to see how long before they start to have issues. I garage mine, so it may be a very long time.
shewholovescats
New Member
We actually use toothpaste--Colgate, works great! And I am not kidding. Saw it on facebook and told my husband; he had to try it...coat it on thick and scrub in..takes a little elbow grease to remove once you coat it on, but it truly worked to restore my headlights to like new!
glhs837
Power with Control
Yes, it is a mild abrasive. Good for mild cases of fog. Harder ones might not be so easy. One on the left is as it came. One on the right is it's mate after about 10 minutes with the Turtle Wax kit. Could still use another pass, but quite an improvement.
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