Wind Shield and LED lights on today

[Michael5155]

jparnes1,

Thanks for the explanation. Finally I understand what everyone is and isnt' doing. Is there a single thread that shows all three halo options side by side? Cutting wires worries me, even if it is a simple procedure. So that takes the Alpines out of the equation. With some folks having problems with the LUX bulbs, I'm thinking the MTEC bulbs may be the ones to get. Is the performance between the three that dramatic, or are we splittling hairs?

[jparnes1]

Originally Posted by Michael5155

jparnes1,

Thanks for the explanation. Finally I understand what everyone is and isnt' doing. Is there a single thread that shows all three halo options side by side? Cutting wires worries me, even if it is a simple procedure. So that takes the Alpines out of the equation. With some folks having problems with the LUX bulbs, I'm thinking the MTEC bulbs may be the ones to get. Is the performance between the three that dramatic, or are we splittling hairs?

There's no cutting involved with Alpine. You just attach their wiring to the car. From those who have installed it, it's not very hard to do.
There's no thread that shows the 3 brands I mentioned. There have been many posts showing LUX vs. OEM, Alpine vs. OEM. To me, Alpine is the only one that produces a bright enough light and looks like OEM. All the others are weak in comparison.

[Michael5155]

Originally Posted by jparnes1

There's no cutting involved with Alpine. You just attach their wiring to the car. From those who have installed it, it's not very hard to do.
There's no thread that shows the 3 brands I mentioned. There have been many posts showing LUX vs. OEM, Alpine vs. OEM. To me, Alpine is the only one that produces a bright enough light and looks like OEM. All the others are weak in comparison.

I appreciate your feedback. What is the thread that does the comparing? Is there a how-to thread for installing the Alpines?

Also, I think I read in this thread that Alpine have been having and causing problems. Is this still true?

Thanks!
Michael

[jparnes1]

Originally Posted by Michael5155

I appreciate your feedback. What is the thread that does the comparing? Is there a how-to thread for installing the Alpines?

Also, I think I read in this thread that Alpine have been having and causing problems. Is this still true?

Thanks!
Michael

Search Falconflyer and look his postings about the comparison with alpine installed. The only person who related a problem was Z4@Phuket. I think it was a yellowing bulb. alpine shipped him a new one.

[Al Blue4.6l]

if you just want halogen bulbs - the burger 'arc angel' bulbs are a decent choice imo. I had them on my 335i and was happy with them for what they were. lifetime guarantee doesnt hurt either.

http://burgertuning.com/BMW_Angel_Eyes_H8_Bulbs.html

[Michael5155]

Originally Posted by Al Blue4.6l

if you just want halogen bulbs - the burger 'arc angel' bulbs are a decent choice imo. I had them on my 335i and was happy with them for what they were. lifetime guarantee doesnt hurt either.

http://burgertuning.com/BMW_Angel_Eyes_H8_Bulbs.html

Plus they're only $30! What's the downside?

[Al Blue4.6l]

Originally Posted by Michael5155

Plus they're only $30! What's the downside?

mainly: because they are halogens they dim and turn more yellow when you turn on the headlights (just like stock).

they also probably are not quite as white as the LEDs. they may actually put out more light though, not sure.

[Michael5155]

Originally Posted by Al Blue4.6l

mainly: because they are halogens they dim and turn more yellow when you turn on the headlights (just like stock).

they also probably are not quite as white as the LEDs. they may actually put out more light though, not sure.

Anyone have day/night photos of halogen angels with headlights on?

[Al Blue4.6l]

Originally Posted by Michael5155

Anyone have day/night photos of halogen angels with headlights on?

i'm sure there are a bunch around. I think there is actually a sticky thread over at e90post.com

[rfx45]

Originally Posted by Al Blue4.6l

if you just want halogen bulbs - the burger 'arc angel' bulbs are a decent choice imo. I had them on my 335i and was happy with them for what they were. lifetime guarantee doesnt hurt either.

http://burgertuning.com/BMW_Angel_Eyes_H8_Bulbs.html

E89 is not listed as being compatible.

[Al Blue4.6l]

Originally Posted by rfx45

E89 is not listed as being compatible.

its a halogen bulb, not sure why it wouldnt be

[rfx45]

Originally Posted by Al Blue4.6l

its a halogen bulb, not sure why it wouldnt be

Not sure but it's not listed.

If anyone wants to be the guinea pig and try it and let us know, please do.

[Al Blue4.6l]

Originally Posted by rfx45

Not sure but it's not listed.

If anyone wants to be the guinea pig and try it and let us know, please do.

eh, if anyone is interested just give them a call/email and ask. can't imagine why it wouldnt work though.

[erichui]

Originally Posted by jparnes1

There's no cutting involved with Alpine. You just attach their wiring to the car. From those who have installed it, it's not very hard to do.
There's no thread that shows the 3 brands I mentioned. There have been many posts showing LUX vs. OEM, Alpine vs. OEM. To me, Alpine is the only one that produces a bright enough light and looks like OEM. All the others are weak in comparison.

well how are the wires going to come out from the bulb if you don't cut the plastic covers? And also according to the pictures and description from FalconFlyer's post there is cutting involve on the covers.. small thing I know but enough to turn me off.

Picture he posted is here: http://i1222.photobucket.com/albums/...D/DSCN0482.jpg

[jparnes1]

Originally Posted by erichui

well how are the wires going to come out from the bulb if you don't cut the plastic covers? And also according to the pictures and description from FalconFlyer's post there is cutting involve on the covers.. small thing I know but enough to turn me off.

Picture he posted is here: http://i1222.photobucket.com/albums/...D/DSCN0482.jpg

OK, yeah, you have to cut a hole in the light cover. If you can't deal with that, then you have to stick with plug - n- play.

[z4z4z4]

The lamp covers cost to replace is negligible.

[jparnes1]

Originally Posted by z4z4z4

The lamp covers cost to replace is negligible.

$8

[erichui]

Originally Posted by z4z4z4

The lamp covers cost to replace is negligible.

I won't be surprised if they might cost more than the actual alpine HID kit itself.. if you are to get it locally.

Just like how they wanted to charge me like $200 (parts only) for replacing a set of windscreen wipers (I bought it from amazon for like $20, but I will have to get freight forwarder to get it shipped to Australia, which I shipped along with other items for about $100AUD, which is still much cheaper)