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HID kit in 2014

Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Accessories and Modifications' started by Spooled, Oct 20, 2014.

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    I read all the other hid threads I really want some hid as the stocks arent putting out enough light( seriously)
    I was about to pull the trigger on the Xenon Supply kit but fears about having to use spades instead of a connector (shown in the video) coupled w reports of the ballasts lines being to short have perturbed me.

    Is there currently anywhere to get a PNP kit as shown in XS video, also I dont want to use a relay so a 35w kit

    thanks!
     
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    what about this ?
     
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    anyone?
     
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    Try some brighter HID bulbs before buying a, new kit. check out theretrofitsource. com they have pretty much everything for hids
     
    #4 kenichols29, Oct 22, 2014
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    I buy all my HID equipment from theretrofitsource.com. If you do want to get a pnp kit you should go with the XB series bulb as it moves the wire on the bulb to prevent shadowing in the center.

    The reason I buy there is because of the OEM like quality of parts provided and they specialize in retrofitting your headlights as opposed to PnP.
     
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    I bought xenentechs off amazon for 40$ total plug and play, ground wires install at 6oclock
     
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    I went with theretrofitsource and the XB bulbs. It's 100% plug and play. No shadow line and I can see the space shuttle with these lights. I went with the 35W since there was no difference in light output with the 55w. I also went with the 4300k bulbs. Just a hint of blue. Possibly because of the lens covers. Highly recommended.
     
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    Huge differences between 35w & 55w

    H11 kit from retrofitsource xb35 4300k bulbs n morimoto ballasts

    35w
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    55w recently upgraded
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    SM-N9005 ?
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    running the 55w requires a relay install some people dont want to bother
     
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    Relay should be installed regardless, also you could go the can bus route and not "REQUIRE" a relay
     
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    the amperage draw on the 35w kits is less than the stock halogens
     
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    Yes but the voltage can be up and down
     
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    so my understanding is 55w= relay time
    35w pnp
    ?
     
    #14 Spooled, Oct 28, 2014
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    unsaid truth is that relays should be used. you can have complications either way. I am using a 55watt ddm without any problems, but i am now also preping for a retrofit for this Saturday!
     
    #15 Priusmpg, Oct 28, 2014
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