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Old 02-03-2014, 09:49 PM
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What projectors do you have? I guess I could've measured but too late now. Only $9 for a set and it shouldn't be a huge deal to run without till I can order the right ones if they are the wrong size.
Old 02-03-2014, 10:04 PM
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The projector shouldn't be a factor, but I've got FXRs, the hole on the back isn't cut to retrofit. At least if it is I didn't know or know why?

The 100mm is *kinda* loose, it will stay on by itself, but I use adhesive to make sure it stays put, mine rot after a year, so its a ongoing maintenance.

I suppose an 80mm WOULD fit, it would be quite snug but I think it can be done.
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Guess I couldn't remember if it was on the projector or headlight itself that I took it off of.

Just did a quick google and his page popped up and it says both sizes but for different projectors. Now I'm just confused haha.

http://www.projectoretrofits.com/retrofitpackages.htm
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I have a '97 F150. Will 55w HIDs melt my housing? I had 35w's in the Chevy I sold and wanted something a little brighter for my new-to-me Ford. If they will, what housings should I look for?
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Originally Posted by AKchris
I have a '97 F150. Will 55w HIDs melt my housing? I had 35w's in the Chevy I sold and wanted something a little brighter for my new-to-me Ford. If they will, what housings should I look for?
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I had 55w 6000k in my 97. They were really bright at night and I didn't have any trouble with them melting. I had no trouble other that mounting. Which I now found the best spot to mount the ballast so they won't get wet.
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Old 02-03-2014, 11:39 PM
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Originally Posted by Lgulley2004
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I had 55w 6000k in my 97. They were really bright at night and I didn't have any trouble with them melting. I had no trouble other that mounting. Which I now found the best spot to mount the ballast so they won't get wet.
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I've got a 30" SR2 hyperspot that would make you realize how annoying those were.

I can't see, you won't see ****. Blind chicken at its finest.

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Old 02-03-2014, 11:59 PM
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Originally Posted by XtraLargeTall
Guess I couldn't remember if it was on the projector or headlight itself that I took it off of.

Just did a quick google and his page popped up and it says both sizes but for different projectors. Now I'm just confused haha.

http://www.projectoretrofits.com/retrofitpackages.htm
Lol. If that's what it says, I'd go with it. And like you said, WORST case scenario you need a different size, its not a huge amount of money...

Still really interested if they work. I just ordered new 100mm for mine earlier today, hoping I remembered right.
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If I saw that coming at me on the road I would drive you into the ditch

Good thing or bad thing? Lol
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Bad thing.

They blind everyone.


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