Auto Lighting thread : Post all queries about automobile lighting here

raj84 · 14th July 2009, 11:23

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Originally Posted by bullboy

Isn't this price too high as it is available for Rs 800 in bangalore.

Yes,it is very high. Unfortunately,all popular bulbs are costly in Trivandrum. But was too desperate to upgrade from Diamond Vision as it was very pathetic in illumination.

Holyghost · 14th July 2009, 14:32

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Originally Posted by bullboy

Isn't this price too high as it is available for Rs 800 in bangalore.

Hey bullboy, I'm going to AK Traders sometime this week to buy X-treme power. PM me if you want them. I can send it across.

slipstream · 15th July 2009, 10:00

has anyone considered the headlamp assembly of the Yezdi Roadking to be fitted onto your cars ? Comes finished in Chrome, is as big as a Hella 3000, has some neat grills on it to prevent damage to the glass area and the best part is that it costs less than 500 bucks a piece !

My questions are :

a) Can this accomodate a bakelite holder that houses a 100/90 or would some modifications be required ?

b) Would the reflectors be capable of handling the heat of a 100/90 ?

c) What would be cost of wiring, brackets, labour etc work out to ? Looking at an instal in my swift

d) Are there any other functional, good looking but cost effective alternatives to this ?

Sportsmind · 15th July 2009, 11:31

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Originally Posted by Sportsmind

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A bit late with this great idea..just ordered for the 4 load resistors from Hong Kong.

Thanks for the idea.

Hey Green horn, thanks mate for the inputs on this issue. The issue of fast blinking has been resolved with the load resistors which i received yesterday. Now the blinks are normal, with the amazing 36 led white indicators.

gpa · 15th July 2009, 16:54

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Originally Posted by Holyghost

I'm going to AK Traders sometime this week to buy X-treme power.

Make sure you push hard for a discount, as a lot of T-Bhp members are frequent visitors to his shop.

rajivanoj · 15th July 2009, 20:47

My 1999 lancer diesel's lighting is poor. Its not sharp and bright. I think its normal OE wattage light, which emitting dull yellow light. How can i improve the lighting?

The glass and reflector is good. I think its the problem of bulb, But i dont know which bulb to go for and what wattage. Please help.

bullboy · 16th July 2009, 10:18

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Hey bullboy, I'm going to AK Traders sometime this week to buy X-treme power. PM me if you want them. I can send it across

I pmed you. sorry for the being late. was busy with work.

sushrutha · 16th July 2009, 10:57

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Originally Posted by sushrutha

Yesterday evening got a setup done for my OHC, 100/90 bulbs+wiring+relay ( all were hella products), the moment I reached my home after the install, my left side halogen bulb got bust(mild phat sound) bulb shattered into pieces, I might have used the lights for hardly 25 mins. What could be the issue? The products are genuine & the dealer has promised me to replace the bulb.But I want to know as why this happened ?

Ok, the bulb was replaced(left side), yesterday evening while I was driving, my right side bulb's low beam went for a toss, now only high beam is working.So I want to know as why this is happening, now I'm really in doubt to take my car when it's dark.Yet to check the voltage output.

gpa · 16th July 2009, 12:05

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Originally Posted by rajivanoj

My 1999 lancer diesel's lighting is poor. Its not sharp and bright. I think its normal OE wattage light, which emitting dull yellow light. How can i improve the lighting?

You can fit a relay and switch to 90/100 W bulbs. There are a variety of brands that you could go for but I would recommend Philips Rally.

ankitahuja · 16th July 2009, 14:28

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Originally Posted by sushrutha

Ok, the bulb was replaced(left side), yesterday evening while I was driving, my right side bulb's low beam went for a toss, now only high beam is working.So I want to know as why this is happening, now I'm really in doubt to take my car when it's dark.Yet to check the voltage output.

Hmmm..

Start by checking the voltage that your car is producing.

Check if the relay is working properly.

Bulbs need to be installed with care - No fingerprints, no dust, no moisture.

Bulbs might be FAKE for all you know. Very common with fake bulbs.

Make sure there are no loose wires

I trust ROOTS more than HELLA.

Holyghost · 16th July 2009, 17:21

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Originally Posted by gpa

Make sure you push hard for a discount, as a lot of T-Bhp members are frequent visitors to his shop.

I have to buy 3 pairs. For my Safari, Indica and 1 for our dear friend bullboy. Hope he'll give good discounts.
BTW can I use any of you guys reference? Could be useful while pushing for the discount

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sushrutha · 17th July 2009, 10:27

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Originally Posted by ankitahuja

Hmmm..

Start by checking the voltage that your car is producing.

Check if the relay is working properly.

Bulbs need to be installed with care - No fingerprints, no dust, no moisture.

Bulbs might be FAKE for all you know. Very common with fake bulbs.

Make sure there are no loose wires

I trust ROOTS more than HELLA.

Ankit,1.Checked the voltage, when in idling the voltage is 13.9V & when revved it's 14.09V, is this normal voltage ?
2. Relay has been replaced yesterday with a new relay(same Hella).
3. Yep brought a new bulb yesterday, I'll once install it with care, so no finger prints/or dust/moisture.
4. Nopes these are not fake bulbs, they are original, have hologram in them. 5. Need to check for loose wires(I don't think there are any loose wires)Question is, Is the above mentioned voltage normal for cars ?

gpa · 17th July 2009, 10:47

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Originally Posted by Holyghost

I have to buy 3 pairs. For my Safari, Indica and 1 for our dear friend bullboy. Hope he'll give good discounts.
BTW can I use any of you guys reference? Could be useful while pushing for the discount

3 pairs??

Then you can definitely push for a discount, and I am sure you'll get one!

I don't think using any of our names will be helpful as he gets hunderds of customers everyday and its quite likely that he won't remember names.

But you can mention to him that a lot of your T-Bhp buddies have bought the same Philips Xtreme bulbs from him in the past and hence have recommened his shop to you and see if you can get a bigger discount.

Cheers,
gpa

Prass · 17th July 2009, 13:12

Anybody knows which type is the fog lamps in Verna, Which are the best bulbs for them.

gpa · 17th July 2009, 15:06

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Originally Posted by Prass

Anybody knows which type is the fog lamps in Verna, Which are the best bulbs for them.

You can check the vehicle specifications page in your owner's manul and you will know the type of bulb for the fogs.

15th July 2009, 10:00	#3078
slipstream BHPian Join Date: May 2006 Location: Mumbai Posts: 150 Thanked: 19 Times	has anyone considered the headlamp assembly of the Yezdi Roadking to be fitted onto your cars ? Comes finished in Chrome, is as big as a Hella 3000, has some neat grills on it to prevent damage to the glass area and the best part is that it costs less than 500 bucks a piece ! My questions are : a) Can this accomodate a bakelite holder that houses a 100/90 or would some modifications be required ? b) Would the reflectors be capable of handling the heat of a 100/90 ? c) What would be cost of wiring, brackets, labour etc work out to ? Looking at an instal in my swift d) Are there any other functional, good looking but cost effective alternatives to this ?
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15th July 2009, 20:47	#3081
rajivanoj BANNED Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Coimbatore Posts: 398 Thanked: 52 Times View My Garage	My 1999 lancer diesel's lighting is poor. Its not sharp and bright. I think its normal OE wattage light, which emitting dull yellow light. How can i improve the lighting? The glass and reflector is good. I think its the problem of bulb, But i dont know which bulb to go for and what wattage. Please help.
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17th July 2009, 13:12	#3089
Prass BHPian Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Trivandrum Posts: 87 Thanked: 17 Times	Anybody knows which type is the fog lamps in Verna, Which are the best bulbs for them.
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