Need New Hid Bulbs

[toffee_pie]

Guys,

Noticed tonight that one of my bulbs is blown, I think its best to change both (even though the other looks fine), are these bulbs legal and any thoughts?

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Genuine-Philips-Ultinon-6000K-D4S-Xenon-HID-Bulbs-Toyota-Lexus-RX-IS-GS-86-GTS-/121111786203?pt=AU_Car_Parts_Accessories&hash=item1c32d332db

cheers.

[PilgrimIS]

Yes, they are legal, however I'm unsure they are worth it.

I bought some £20 6000k 18 months ago and one just went, I bought another pair and just installed one... Working perfectly. I know the done thing is to install a pair however the bulb colour and beam length are identical. If one goes in a year then I'll just stick the other in.

The lifespan of the 4300 philips oem ones are around 8-10 years.... So, £200 for 10 years equates obviously to £20 per year but... Buying the cheaper ones equates to half that cost and spreads the cost too.

The bulb build quality is great and he light spread is spot on.

[toffee_pie]

all these ones I quoted seem to be all from, well far flung places. Which is a bit mental.

What alternatives do you suggest?

[PilgrimIS]

This is the seller I've used twice:

http://pages.ebay.com/link/?nav=item.view&id=330687782239

[toffee_pie]

bit of a price difference.!

[ChumpusRex]

None of the bulbs linked are Road legal. To be Road legal, they must be "E" marked indicating that they have been certified as meeting the homologated specification.

In practice it makes little difference. Even cheap bulbs are pretty close to the official specs so won't dazzle. 6000K light comes at a price of less light output. Even the expensive Philips ones are a fair bit dimmer than the OEM ones (2400 lumens compared to 3200 for OEM - and this is why they are not legal).

In reality the legality is of little impact. It's not tested at MOT. The brightness may be: I used cheap 6000k for a while until I changed back to OEM and couldn't believe how much brighter they were.

The reason I changed the cheap ones is because they didn't last long. I was changing them out like they were halogens.

[toffee_pie]

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Osram-66440CBI-Intense-Xenon-Bulbs/dp/B00O7PZLH6/ref=pd_sim_sbs_auto_4?ie=UTF8&refRID=14Q7A1Z48PBFHS311KZQ

i fancy getting these

[toffee_pie]

About:

OSRAM have developed Xenarc Cool Blue Intense, a range of Xenon HID upgrade bulbs which offer a more distinctive and stylish look in comparison to standard Xenon HID bulbs. The colour temperature delivers a crisp, ice white/blue light.

Features:

ECE approved and DOT awarded
Stylish, modern appearance on the road
Also for tuning specialists and sportive drivers with a strong leaning towards individual style
Increased safety by more light and high attention effect

Specification:

Number of bulbs: 1
Brand: OSRAM
Fitting: D4S
Bulb type: Styling
Voltage: 42V
Wattage: 35W
Road legal: Yes
Colour temperature: up to 5000K

[toffee_pie]

I got these from amazon.de

not sure what all this german means but apparently i should have them next week, couldnt say no at that price, 106euro for a pair of osrams.

Ich habe kürzlich gekauft: 'Osram 66440CBI-HCB Xenarc Cool Blue Intense Frontscheinwerfer D4S, Duobox, Anzahl 2' von Osram

www.amazon.de

Bitte beachten Sie die "Zuordnungs-Liste" für die passenden Fahrzeuge und die Technischen Einschränkungen unter dem Menüpunkt "Produktinformation"! Neues einbaufertiges Qualitätsprodukt mit 2 Jahren gesetzlicher Gewährleistung! Preise incl. MwSt! Produktvorteile [list:bull]Leuchtet außergewöhnlich hell|Sorgt für starke Kontraste| Bis zu 20 % mehr Licht (im Vergleich zu konventionell beschichteten...

[ChumpusRex]

Looks like you hit a good deal.

[Guest bigbullhead]

HID4you give warranties on their bulbs and kits I bought a full kit for 125 pounds 5000K

[toffee_pie]

are they are good as the osrams, they cost a fortune from power bulbs

[Ruudfood]

One of mine has just gone too. How much does Lexus charge to supply and fit them? Can I fit them myself? Is there a guide somewhere in the forums?

Those Osram are on amazon UK for £122 so not too expensive.

[ChumpusRex]

One of mine has just gone too. How much does Lexus charge to supply and fit them? Can I fit them myself? Is there a guide somewhere in the forums?

Those Osram are on amazon UK for £122 so not too expensive.

The previous owner of my car had them done and was billed £90+VAT for each bulb and £180+VAT for fitting.

They are not too difficult to fit, but there is a bit of disassembly required because there isn't enough space to open the bulb door.

On the passenger side, it's easy - you just unbolt the windscreen washer bottle funnel and pull it out - this gives plenty of space to change the bulb. It's more difficult on the driver's side - the engine air intake needs to be removed, to get access to the bulb.

[Ruudfood]

One of mine has just gone too. How much does Lexus charge to supply and fit them? Can I fit them myself? Is there a guide somewhere in the forums?

Those Osram are on amazon UK for £122 so not too expensive.

The previous owner of my car had them done and was billed £90+VAT for each bulb and £180+VAT for fitting.

They are not too difficult to fit, but there is a bit of disassembly required because there isn't enough space to open the bulb door.

On the passenger side, it's easy - you just unbolt the windscreen washer bottle funnel and pull it out - this gives plenty of space to change the bulb. It's more difficult on the driver's side - the engine air intake needs to be removed, to get access to the bulb.

Cool. Thanks. The passenger side's the one that's gone so good to know that it's easy. I know I should change both but If I can do the one that's blown at least I'm still on the right side of the law

[normski2]

This is a good little vid if you want to see at first hand.

Personally...I found the passenger side the harder of the two. Its all a little bit tight in there. Put an old cloth over the washer bottle opening....just in case something should drop!!

[toffee_pie]

bulbs on. hard enough for passenger, drivers side easy since OEM filter removed.