Thanksgiving Special!!! HID kits $60 Shipped - Page 4 - Ford F150 Forum

Keeblerz28 · 11-11-2009, 10:49 AM

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Originally Posted by Punisher

Question is, how can I tell what the temp of the lights are so that I can purchase the 9140s (fog) from you to match?
-R

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Originally Posted by Jon_To

Most of the time the color temp is on the case of the bulb. If you send me images of what you have, i can do some research.

I think he is asking what the actual temperature the hids vs. halogen bulbs get to, not the color temp. I have seen photos of melted fog lights... The color rating given in thousands of degrees Kelvin is based on the ideal black body radiation model, not what temperature the bulbs actually reach. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Black_body
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Halogen_lamp

Jon_To · 11-12-2009, 04:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Keeblerz28

I think he is asking what the actual temperature the hids vs. halogen bulbs get to, not the color temp. I have seen photos of melted fog lights... The color rating given in thousands of degrees Kelvin is based on the ideal black body radiation model, not what temperature the bulbs actually reach. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Black_body
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Halogen_lamp

I must have misread the post, but temperature wise the HID bulbs are about double in temp compared to a halogen. There shouldn't be any issues with having them with fog lights. I've seen them on F150s before with zero issues. Of course there is a chance of having melting with improper install, but factory fog lights are usually built to without high temperatures.

Assassynation · 11-12-2009, 05:53 PM

Anyone install these yet, review?

Jon_To · 11-13-2009, 07:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Assassynation

Anyone install these yet, review?

There is a review in the one review by otto457 call HID review and How to.

bambo2888 · 11-13-2009, 08:16 PM

fyi, the greater the kelvin (k) rating, the lower the light output (lm). This means if you want blue or purple, i hope you dont plan on seeing more than 10 ft in front of you.

Punisher · 11-17-2009, 12:23 AM

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Originally Posted by Keeblerz28

I think he is asking what the actual temperature the hids vs. halogen bulbs get to, not the color temp. I have seen photos of melted fog lights... The color rating given in thousands of degrees Kelvin is based on the ideal black body radiation model, not what temperature the bulbs actually reach. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Black_body
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Halogen_lamp

Actually... it was about the color temp and not the actual temp. Would like to match as closely as possible to the color temp of the HIDs already installed. I'm guessing either 8k or 10k based on the color examples in the original listing but it's also hard to tell on a PC screen (LCD or otherwise) true color representation. I've looked on the bulb and the original box and there's nothing indicating the color temp. It is a bulb w/ what appears to be a blue ceramic rod on the outside of the bulb. They are also mechanical HI/LO Xenon brand. I'm installing Troyer efans and underdrive this week along with some Granatelli COPS so I'll try and get some pics of the bulbs to send to you. I appreciate your offer to assist.

Jon_To · 11-17-2009, 01:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Punisher

Actually... it was about the color temp and not the actual temp. Would like to match as closely as possible to the color temp of the HIDs already installed. I'm guessing either 8k or 10k based on the color examples in the original listing but it's also hard to tell on a PC screen (LCD or otherwise) true color representation. I've looked on the bulb and the original box and there's nothing indicating the color temp. It is a bulb w/ what appears to be a blue ceramic rod on the outside of the bulb. They are also mechanical HI/LO Xenon brand. I'm installing Troyer efans and underdrive this week along with some Granatelli COPS so I'll try and get some pics of the bulbs to send to you. I appreciate your offer to assist.

Just PM me some photos and i'll work i'll try to color match it.

ford4wd08 · 11-17-2009, 01:54 PM

how long is this sale lasting and what is all the info you need for a order???

Jon_To · 11-17-2009, 05:29 PM

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Originally Posted by ford4wd08

how long is this sale lasting and what is all the info you need for a order???

Sale is ending at the end of this month and all you need to do is paypal the payment to: TpzHID@hotmail.com

please include with payment:
Forum name:
User Name:
Bulb Size:
Color/Temp:

Then PM me when you've sent the payment.

thanks

Jon

**LovetheTide** · 11-18-2009, 02:03 PM

Can I call you and pay with a debit card? I hate dealing with paypal.