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01-04-2012, 09:14 PM | #51 |
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Did this mod this past weekend to replace my ricey 6000k HID kit. Go ahead and flame me but boy did I learn my lesson. The output from the H9s is incredible! Can't get over how easy it is to see at night.
I also did the HIRs in the highs and attempted to install Hoën endurance bulbs in the fogs. I say attempted since one bulb broke and left glass shards in my fog housing, FML.
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01-04-2012, 11:40 PM | #52 |
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My HiRs only about 10 months until both blew out. No finger oils or anything.
I do have the GTWorx suspension and chassis stiffeners. Generic H9's are holding up though. |
01-05-2012, 01:45 AM | #53 | |
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1. made a change for the better 2. learned something in the process. *internet slap on the back* well done. |
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02-16-2012, 10:12 PM | #54 |
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So what is the reason the H9 is so much brighter than the stock bulbs? I don't get it. Are they higher wattage or something?
BTW, Philips H9 bulbs are on Amazon right now for $7.41 a piece! I'm buying 4! |
02-17-2012, 02:12 AM | #55 | |
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02-17-2012, 02:42 AM | #56 |
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Has anyone had any problems with their h9 bulbs? I'm thinking about doing this to my '11 wrx but before I do anything, I want to know that it is safe to do. Thanks in advance!!
Oh and which brands are good? I have been seeing lots of suggestions for sylvania and Philips. |
02-17-2012, 08:14 AM | #57 | ||
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02-17-2012, 04:12 PM | #58 |
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No issues with the Osram's I got through candlepower. going strong!
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02-19-2012, 01:27 AM | #59 |
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did anyone find out having their low beams on while turning on the high beams after the mod?
(the factory set up should be no low beam while the high beam is on) |
02-19-2012, 01:37 AM | #60 | |
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02-19-2012, 01:45 AM | #61 |
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Does anyone know if halogen and HIR bulbs use the same optics? I know the optics and the focal point on HIDs is different but what about HIRs???
Also, how different is the HIR bulb base compared to H9/H11? |
02-19-2012, 02:31 AM | #62 | ||
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02-19-2012, 12:04 PM | #63 | |
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02-19-2012, 02:24 PM | #64 |
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Yes, very well. These are not HID bulbs.
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02-19-2012, 05:59 PM | #65 |
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02-19-2012, 06:24 PM | #66 |
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02-19-2012, 10:25 PM | #67 | |
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I also googled that and only found some Korean bulbs. But I am wondering if it's possible to modify the base of the HIR1/2 bulb to fit into H11. Dremel makes these mods possible but I wonder if the connectors would match right up. I couldn't find any guides or anyone who has tried it so I just may have to order a set and see if its possible. |
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02-19-2012, 11:28 PM | #68 |
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Just wondering what his a HIR bulb?
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02-20-2012, 07:28 AM | #69 |
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Search for HIR or read the thread to learn about the HIR bulb. It is a technology that is near HID light emittance without HID ballasts and such.
The High beam lights are also you DLR. is that what you are referring to? Both my H9 and HIR's only lasted 20k. Not sure if the rumble strips I have to drive over every day have anything to do with that. |
02-20-2012, 08:03 PM | #70 | |
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Where did you get the HIR from? |
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02-20-2012, 08:08 PM | #71 |
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The place is in this thread, but I think candlepower in MD has them as well. I am ordering a new set of HiR and upgraded H9's.
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02-20-2012, 08:52 PM | #72 |
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I did the 9011 high beam conversion (i have factory xenon) in my 2011 WRX today, what a HUGE difference. Don't waste your time, do this mod!!
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02-20-2012, 09:21 PM | #73 | |
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02-20-2012, 09:24 PM | #74 |
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If you have a carquest near you they are Phillips dealers and should have them stocked.
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02-20-2012, 09:30 PM | #75 | |
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