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i realy like the look of these head lights and was wondering if any one is using them and how you like them -... JOIN NOW TO REMOVE TRACER

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Old 11-07-2009, 07:10 PM
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i realy like the look of these head lights and was wondering if any one is using them and how you like them -

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Old 11-10-2009, 02:27 PM
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I didn't see a pic of the headlights you are looking at,that being said,I've been trying to upgrade the lights on my '03 3500. I tried a set of Chinese import junk projectors with HID from ebay and while looking nice,couldn't see squat at night. Tried another set of projectors for almost $400 and couldn't see any better then OEM,quickly sent them back. I've tried almost every new bulb that has come out,along with high quality HID's. While being able to see much better,it blinded oncoming drivers even after turning the lights towards the ground. The final straw was it attracted too much attention from out State Troopers who are nailing vehicles with aftermarket HID's. The lights in the '03-'05 are defective and should be recalled by Dodge. If your in the model years as me,I urge you to file a complaint herewith NHTSA,or if you have a different model year and also drive by brail,file a complaint.

Didn't mean to jack your thread,just wanted to warn you away from the import junk out on the net. Good luck with your light upgrade. -

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Old 11-10-2009, 02:46 PM
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Really the best money spent here is a Sport Conversion with new harnesses with relays and new quality bulbs.

Second best is HID's - I have been waiting to get HIDs but am concerned about getting a ticket for them. My buddys been running them in both of his trucks and hasnt had a problem. -

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Old 11-10-2009, 02:48 PM
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Originally Posted by retirednak View Post
The lights in the '03-'05 are defective and should be recalled by Dodge. If your in the model years as me,I urge you to file a complaint herewith NHTSA,or if you have a different model year and also drive by brail,file a complaint.
Wow, lights on 03-05 trucks are fantastic. Ever been in an old 12V?? Its like having no lights at all. -
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Old 11-10-2009, 03:41 PM
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I have a set of them in my truck an it is the best thing i have tried in my truck, way better than the original headlights. -

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It is interesting to see the 'progression' of headlights over the years. I had an '05 and while it's lights were not bad, the ones in my '06 are a big improvement. Those new H13 / 9008 bulbs are a lot better than whatever they used to have.

It would be nice to have a list going here of aftermarket to buy and to steer clear of! (Hint, hint!)

Also, don't forget to look into adding aftermarket driving lights. I am currently installing a set of Hella FF50's on my little car. I already upgraded it's headlights and while they work very well, these new Hella's are even better. In fact, they are a lot more powerful and whiter than the headlights. (Maybe I should start a thread on how to improve any light with a 9006 bulb.) Anyway, there are a lot of choices out there. Hella and PIAA make some great driving and fog lights. If your vehicle already has them or could have, you should be able to add some without attracting attention of law enforcement. Remember, the main reason to be noticed is to have your lights aimed incorrectly (Read: adjusted to high!) If your lights aren't glaring in oncoming traffic's eyes or noticable strange then you should be just fine.

Please do make sure your lights are adjusted as precisely as possible! There is a move to take away more powerful lighting because so many people don't adjust them. Ever notice how many rigs coming at you have one or more lights aimed too high? It doesn't take that long or so much effort to adjust them. -
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They protector headlights are good if you have HID bulbs inside them. If not the sport conversion is the best.

Also with the projector headlights you have to ground out the bright lights or they'll be on with your regular driving lights or you can buy the wiring harness.

Look at the pictures in my album of my projectors. They look really nice at night -

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