Headlight upgrades

BrendonR · **Posted:** Tue Jul 17, 2012 11:58 am

So everyone - again, I'm looking into upgrading my headlights. I've gone through OEM, Silverstars, and PIAA Halogen bulbs. None of which seem to be sufficient for early morning, late night, rocky mountain Canadian Skier driving.

I've thought long and hard about adding the DDM tuning HID kit. Haven't pulled the trigger yet, as I know about the puppy killing....

I've also heard the suggestion of buying replacement bulbs for offroad lights, and using them in the stock lamps. Not sure about that one either...

So with that in mind - I've found this:

http://www.theretrofitsource.com/product_info.php?products_id=141

Anybody know anything about these guys/this product?

infernicus · **Posted:** Tue Jul 17, 2012 2:07 pm

That is what I plan on doing eventually. Hopefully that will be this summers project.

Just not too long ago someone retrofitted it to a KK.
You should expect some awesome light output.
viewtopic.php?f=104&t=66886

ENJOY.

BrendonR · **Posted:** Tue Jul 17, 2012 3:12 pm

Oh darn - I did not see that thread at ALL - so impressed.

Now..... how to best approach the wife........ :BANANA:

Mike08Liberty · **Posted:** Wed Jul 18, 2012 8:58 am

I've got the FX-R kit sitting in my garage. They will be retrofitted this weekend.

BrendonR · **Posted:** Wed Jul 18, 2012 11:12 am

Mike08Liberty wrote:

I've got the FX-R kit sitting in my garage. They will be retrofitted this weekend.

Oh beautiful Mike08 - I think you know what must be done....

Purposely slow down your (as per the instructions) roughly 6 hour project, to about a 12 hour project - simply in order to get us lots of "how-to" pics!

infernicus · **Posted:** Wed Jul 18, 2012 2:21 pm

BrendonR wrote:

Mike08Liberty wrote:

I've got the FX-R kit sitting in my garage. They will be retrofitted this weekend.

Oh beautiful Mike08 - I think you know what must be done....

Purposely slow down your (as per the instructions) roughly 6 hour project, to about a 12 hour project - simply in order to get us lots of "how-to" pics!

DITTO. I will be patiently awaiting.. :5SHOTS:

bagwell · **Joined:** Tue Nov 29, 2011 11:40 pm **Posts:** 64

I don't recommend the DDM HID kits...been thru a few with the KK and always got flickering....I settled on this brand and haven't had any issues...available on Ebay for a decent price too (paid $68 shipped).

I got the 4300K kit and its a nice white (not yellow or blue light)

http://www.sportivamotors.com/

huntb · **Posted:** Fri Jul 20, 2012 12:27 pm

My buddy has these in his WK both lows and fogs. They are amazing!

http://www.amazon.com/Sylvania-H13-SilverStar-zXe-Headlight/dp/B008BE02GO

Mike08Liberty · **Posted:** Sun Jul 22, 2012 2:52 pm

infernicus wrote:

BrendonR wrote:

Mike08Liberty wrote:

I've got the FX-R kit sitting in my garage. They will be retrofitted this weekend.

Oh beautiful Mike08 - I think you know what must be done....

Purposely slow down your (as per the instructions) roughly 6 hour project, to about a 12 hour project - simply in order to get us lots of "how-to" pics!

DITTO. I will be patiently awaiting.. :5SHOTS:

Hit a small snafu just before the install ... It will have to get put off until next weekend. Sorry guys ...

musclezmarinara · **Posted:** Wed Jul 25, 2012 12:07 pm

We can reto fit projectors they look great havent done them on mine yet.

Its hella pricey and not 300 bucks haha

BrendonR · **Posted:** Fri Jul 27, 2012 5:12 pm

Mike08Liberty wrote:

Hit a small snafu just before the install ... It will have to get put off until next weekend. Sorry guys ...

Just thought I'd pop in and remind you of the chores you're expected to complete this weekend Mike08Liberty....

Step 1: Headlight retrofit
Step 2: Celebratory beverage
Step 3: Post

:lol:

Mike08Liberty · **Posted:** Sat Jul 28, 2012 10:34 am

BrendonR wrote:

Mike08Liberty wrote:

Hit a small snafu just before the install ... It will have to get put off until next weekend. Sorry guys ...

Just thought I'd pop in and remind you of the chores you're expected to complete this weekend Mike08Liberty....

Step 1: Headlight retrofit
Step 2: Celebratory beverage
Step 3: Post

:lol:

Well your steps are little off ... Let me help you

Step 1: Remove alcoholic beverage from the refrigerator
Step 2: Take a big sip of said alcoholic beverage
Step 3: Headlight retrofit while drinking alcoholic beverage
Step 4: Pee break from drinking too much during the project :mrgreen:

Step 5: Celebratory alcoholic beverage
Step 6: Another alcoholic beverage while posting
Step 7: :dizzy:

libertyRS · **Joined:** Mon Dec 05, 2011 7:01 pm **Posts:** 25

I just ordered another set of projectors (matchbox) for my fogs. I ran into some difficulties with the oven yet again. Melted a set of housings. Waiting for my new ones to get here.

I'll be posting a DIY tread one all my parts are in. It's about make my old lights look stock.

I had ddm kit headlights and fogs. And they were pretty janky granted thy were 90 bucks for both sets I wasn't expecting the longest life.

Retro fit source is the way to go though!

Best of luck on your lights

Mike08Liberty · **Posted:** Sun Jul 29, 2012 9:57 pm

I started the retrofit tonight but got late start so I will be finishing it tomorrow ... I'm also adding some other custom touches to the headlights which should really set them off!

Here a picture of my progress so far :5SHOTS:

BrendonR · **Posted:** Wed Aug 01, 2012 9:58 am

I see one projector mounted there - aligning it looks like it'll be.... fun.

Can't wait to see the whole write up, keep up the good work.

BrendonR · **Posted:** Thu Aug 09, 2012 5:36 pm

Alrighty there Mike - we've been patient little sheeple... then you go flaunt THIS around in another thread?

Thought I wouldn't notice didn't you? :BANANA:

Looks GREAT btw - How's the Light Output?

Mike08Liberty · **Posted:** Fri Aug 10, 2012 8:34 am

The light output is great. 1000 times better then stock. I'll get some more pictures up soon.

Bmxer524 · **Posted:** Fri Aug 10, 2012 2:59 pm

Yes, we demand more pictures.....especially after you forget about us waiting patiently :cry:

BrendonR · **Posted:** Tue Sep 25, 2012 12:30 pm

Mike08Liberty wrote:

:mrgreen: The light output is great. 1000 times better then stock. I'll get some more pictures up soon.

JSAN · **Joined:** Tue Jan 24, 2012 7:13 pm **Posts:** 27

BrendonR wrote:

Mike08Liberty wrote:

:mrgreen: The light output is great. 1000 times better then stock. I'll get some more pictures up soon.

I sent him a PM couple days ago regarding his retrofit. hopefully he'll reply back.

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