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07-06-2014, 03:33 PM

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Welp, that coupon code was the kick in the pants I needed to get this retrofit going. I have had a spare set of lights and a oracle halo kit sitting here for a month or two trying to convince myself to spend even more money.

Now to decide how I am going to paint them.

What kit did you go with?

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07-06-2014, 07:10 PM

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What kit did you go with?

FX-R stage 4
3" lens, nightbreaker bulbs, denso slim ballast, apollo 3.0 plus the other necessary stuff.

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07-06-2014, 07:51 PM

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FX-R stage 4 3" lens, nightbreaker bulbs, denso slim ballast, apollo 3.0 plus the other necessary stuff.

You went full bore! I like it. Keep us posted

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07-06-2014, 08:19 PM

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I got my extra set apart today, each one only took me 7 mins after pulling out of the oven, I did it at 215F for 26 mins I had it set for 30 min but headlights in the oven was sketchy for me lol thanks to user themachine for the video link it was helpful.

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07-06-2014, 09:01 PM

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You went full bore! I like it. Keep us posted

Sure did! When I do things, I generally over do them. I'll try and post updates on my progress. I tend to have ADD on projects. This can take me a weekend or a decade to complete

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07-06-2014, 09:18 PM

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Sure did! When I do things, I generally over do them. I'll try and post updates on my progress. I tend to have ADD on projects. This can take me a weekend or a decade to complete

Haha I know exactly what you mean! I will post pics as soon as I can get started and everything arrives. Went with d2s 3.0 x lens with Gatling guns. Gonna attempt a demon eye. Matte black bucket with PTM bezel and shroud.

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07-07-2014, 03:55 AM

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No problem! I wish I had something like that for my first few retros so I figured I would make one to pay back the forum for all the help I received lately. Keep us updated!

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07-07-2014, 06:02 AM

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I do have one question. Ordered my kit with Xb 55watt 5k. Should I worry about any damage to housing or shroud over time with these? Should I change to a 35w?

I was wondering the same thing.... Anybody???