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HID Conversion vs E codes 200

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posted by  Ryan_R on  Wed Feb 10 14:40 CST 2010
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Yow.

HID's into E-codes is bad enough, but HID's into the stock North American 240 9004 headlamps, would probably be the worst thing you could do. Just huge amounts of glare and backscatter.

Used original or New Aftermarket E-codes are about the same price. The Volvo/Cibie assemblies are a better fit and have better optics. Though, the aftermarket ones are easier to get.

Definitely do the relay/wiring upgrade thing. It's worth it.

We run high-efficiency H4's... slightly over-wattage... on our 240's. Pretty amazing upgrade.

By far, the best automotive lighting info on the web is on Dan Stern's site (danielsternlighting.com).

-Ryan
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Athens, Ohio
1987 245 DL 324k, Dog-mobile, E-codes
1990 245 DL 137k M47, E-codes, GT Sway Bars, GT Braces, Dracos
1991 745 GL 304k, Regina, 23/21mm Turbo Sway Bars





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