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Old 06-21-2014, 01:08 AM
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So here's the deal... I am checking out some lights on Ebay, and I'm in need of some personal opinions. I have narrowed it down somewhat, but I would still greatly appreciate some opinions! I drive a white 98 Flareside, by the way.

1- http://www.ebay.com/itm/SMOKED-97-03-F150-HALO-PROJECTOR-LED-HEADLIGHTS-FLARESIDE-SMOKED-LED-TAIL-LIGHTS-/131192026509?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&fits=Year%3A1998%7CModel%3AF-150&hash=item1e8ba7758d&vxp=mtr
2- http://www.ebay.com/itm/97-98-99-00-FORD-F-150-SVT-STYLE-FLARESIDE-STEPSIDE-HEAD-LIGHTS-TAIL-LIGHTS-/141287767568?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&fits=Year%3A1998%7CModel%3AF-150&hash=item20e5683e10&vxp=mtr
I really like the look of the Halo's, but I am kind of worried that they might look cheap, and "ricey" I guess you could say. However, I have heard that the output on some is fairly low, and that the bulbs don't last quite as long. On the other hand, I like how they're different.
Regardless, I would love everyone's personal opinions, and/or pics of their aftermarket lights!
Thanks!
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The second ones are the way to go in most opinions here. I have them and am very pleased with the look and performance.
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#2 all the way. The halos are poor quality in almost every aspect; fitment, light output, and how long they stay working. The halos on them burn out after a short time in most cases. I've had option 2 for over 2 years with no issues.
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Originally Posted by jollyroger331
The second ones are the way to go in most opinions here. I have them and am very pleased with the look and performance.
Well, thanks to your pic, I went with number two. I'm pretty excited to get 'em in! Great looking rig by the way!
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#2 all the way. The halos are poor quality in almost every aspect; fitment, light output, and how long they stay working. The halos on them burn out after a short time in most cases. I've had option 2 for over 2 years with no issues.
Exactly the kind of response I needed. I went with #2. Thanks for the help!
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Originally Posted by NavBrat97

Exactly the kind of response I needed. I went with #2. Thanks for the help!
You're welcome, glad to help. You'll be happy with them.
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Good choice, i went with that exact same set, heads and tails lightning style. Love how it looks now, some people think the truck looks newer with them.

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Good choice on #2. I got the lighting replicas and some HIDs, couldn't be happier.
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Originally Posted by apoirier594
Good choice on #2. I got the lighting replicas and some HIDs, couldn't be happier.
Did you retrofit or just toss in some illegal aftermarket ebay HIDs?
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Originally Posted by Luckyse7ens

Did you retrofit or just toss in some illegal aftermarket ebay HIDs?
Most likely option 2


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