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Headlight replacement for 850. 850

posted by  WatsonMD on  Mon Dec 29 01:19 CST 2003
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The blue type lights that you are referring to are HIDs (High Intensity Discharge). To truly convert to these costs somewhere between $600-1,000. It requires quite a bit of component upgrade as they are hot (temperature). Besides, I recall NHTSB or DOT suspending the sales of aftermarket HID conversion kits.

The next option is to convert to a bluish standard bulb - very cheesey and very ricey. My opinion - stick with a pair of PIAAs or Sylvania Silverstars. Also consider upgrading the headlight lenses with E-code lenses.

Just some thoughts/opinions

Andrew






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New Headlight replacement for 850. [850]
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