AcuraAddicted
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Great Video, once again! So nice to have you on MDXers these days. I just changed out my highs to DDM Tuning Sabre 50w LEDs ($95 on sale for $75). They are almost too bright (and, as you pointed out, I have reservations regarding their longevity - at least DDM has a 2 year warranty). After driving with them for a bit, it has really highlighted how dim our lows are.
I’m a fan of HIDs for lows. I think they have a more robust “throw” and the right kind of bulb in the right lamp is critical in a low beam due to its use with oncoming drivers. Also, LEDs don’t get as hot & can have a problem melting off ice & snow in particularly harsh winter conditions. I can live with this in my highs but not in my lows.
Anyway, I haven’t tackled HID replacement yet but your video has inspired me with its apparent ease. I also appreciate your commentary on bulb selection. I believe the stock color warms to 5000K. I’ve thought mine looked more yellow and, after your comparison, I wonder if that hasn’t occurred due to aging. (I’m comparing against my Diode Dynamics 6000K marker lights & now 6000K DDM Sabres). 5500K sounds fine & your cost pragmatism is reasonable. Thanks for the discussion. I am a little curious if anyone has compared them head to head with Morimoto XB35s which have a great reputation as well (@skirmch).
You know you’re going to get grief about that key ; )
I’m a fan of HIDs for lows. I think they have a more robust “throw” and the right kind of bulb in the right lamp is critical in a low beam due to its use with oncoming drivers. Also, LEDs don’t get as hot & can have a problem melting off ice & snow in particularly harsh winter conditions. I can live with this in my highs but not in my lows.
Anyway, I haven’t tackled HID replacement yet but your video has inspired me with its apparent ease. I also appreciate your commentary on bulb selection. I believe the stock color warms to 5000K. I’ve thought mine looked more yellow and, after your comparison, I wonder if that hasn’t occurred due to aging. (I’m comparing against my Diode Dynamics 6000K marker lights & now 6000K DDM Sabres). 5500K sounds fine & your cost pragmatism is reasonable. Thanks for the discussion. I am a little curious if anyone has compared them head to head with Morimoto XB35s which have a great reputation as well (@skirmch).
You know you’re going to get grief about that key ; )
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Totally doable without those removals but easier with them & he points that out.
I couldn’t agree more about driving a week or two with a mismatched pair, it really gives you a chance to see what your real world perception is if you’re on the fence. As a recent example, I couldn’t tell a lot of difference in the DDM Sabre 50 LEDs on our 5th Gen 4Runner, even when pointing at a wall. The difference was obvious however, after driving it mismatched for a week. It even convinced my mom, who was initially dead set against the swap. The MDX high beam reflectors worked so well with those LEDs we just switched them both over. Honestly, it’s almost too bright.
I’m definitely switching over the HID but I just need to settle on a brand. @AcuraAddicted points are well taken & I don’t think I’d be unhappy with his choice, particularly cost wise. Still, I’m interested in other brand input.
I couldn’t agree more about driving a week or two with a mismatched pair, it really gives you a chance to see what your real world perception is if you’re on the fence. As a recent example, I couldn’t tell a lot of difference in the DDM Sabre 50 LEDs on our 5th Gen 4Runner, even when pointing at a wall. The difference was obvious however, after driving it mismatched for a week. It even convinced my mom, who was initially dead set against the swap. The MDX high beam reflectors worked so well with those LEDs we just switched them both over. Honestly, it’s almost too bright.
I’m definitely switching over the HID but I just need to settle on a brand. @AcuraAddicted points are well taken & I don’t think I’d be unhappy with his choice, particularly cost wise. Still, I’m interested in other brand input.
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Didn’t you go with the Morimoto XB35s? What has been your experience?
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