Best non HID bulbs
03-07-2015, 11:25 AM
#22
I already did in my first post - fourth paragraph from the bottom.
FWIW - if (a) an HID retrofit isn't in the cards, and (B) the OP does not care aboot legalities, you can find some higher wattage bulbs ( just keep it below 80w). To use them safely, one needs to upgrade the socket, the wire gauge, and build (or buy) a fused relay harness to switch primary battery power direct to the headlights (sounds familiar, eh?).
This'll give a few more lumens. Whatever you do OP, do NOT fall for any of the currently available 9008/H13 LED bulb replacements - they are, without exception - not intended for low-beam use in yer stock housings, and most of them are over-rated, unreliable garbage.
MGD
FWIW - if (a) an HID retrofit isn't in the cards, and (B) the OP does not care aboot legalities, you can find some higher wattage bulbs ( just keep it below 80w). To use them safely, one needs to upgrade the socket, the wire gauge, and build (or buy) a fused relay harness to switch primary battery power direct to the headlights (sounds familiar, eh?).
This'll give a few more lumens. Whatever you do OP, do NOT fall for any of the currently available 9008/H13 LED bulb replacements - they are, without exception - not intended for low-beam use in yer stock housings, and most of them are over-rated, unreliable garbage.
MGD
03-07-2015, 12:06 PM
#23
Senior Member
iTrader: (1)
I already did in my first post - fourth paragraph from the bottom. FWIW - if (a) an HID retrofit isn't in the cards, and (B) the OP does not care aboot legalities, you can find some higher wattage bulbs ( just keep it below 80w). To use them safely, one needs to upgrade the socket, the wire gauge, and build (or buy) a fused relay harness to switch primary battery power direct to the headlights (sounds familiar, eh?). This'll give a few more lumens. Whatever you do OP, do NOT fall for any of the currently available 9008/H13 LED bulb replacements - they are, without exception - not intended for low-beam use in yer stock housings, and most of them are over-rated, unreliable garbage. MGD
03-07-2015, 12:31 PM
#25
As already stated - not a suitable low-beam light source - and most are total misrepresented, disingenuous poor quality garbage.
Excerpted from TRS - probably the highest quality unit available currently:
"A great choice for Daytime Running Lights, fog lights, or high beams..."
"Locations: DRL, High Beam, Fog Lights (NOT FOR LOW BEAM USE)"
http://www.theretrofitsource.com/led...l#.VPs05nzF_m4
MGD
Excerpted from TRS - probably the highest quality unit available currently:
"A great choice for Daytime Running Lights, fog lights, or high beams..."
"Locations: DRL, High Beam, Fog Lights (NOT FOR LOW BEAM USE)"
http://www.theretrofitsource.com/led...l#.VPs05nzF_m4
MGD
03-07-2015, 02:28 PM
#26
Senior Member
I found in my 2012 f150 the PIAA Extreme Whites were a fair bit brighter than stock. I tried 4 or 5 diff option and to me the PIAA were the best non HID.
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03-08-2015, 06:41 PM
#28
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03-08-2015, 06:43 PM
#29
Senior Member
I use the PIAA bulbs
Piaa H4 Xtreme White Plus Halogen Headlights Lights Bulbs 4000K White Pair | eBay
Piaa H4 Xtreme White Plus Halogen Headlights Lights Bulbs 4000K White Pair | eBay
are they worth the money , just ordered some for my f150?
03-08-2015, 06:44 PM
#30
Important: do not touch bulbs with your fingers when installing. It will shorten there life span. Use gloves/ latex or be careful.
Last edited by Vassago; 03-08-2015 at 06:46 PM.