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12-20-2007, 09:54 AM
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I have an '03 TL-S and I'm thinking of replacing my stock low-beam HIDs and fog lights... Lately, it just seems my lights aren't as bright. I care more about the brightness rather than the actual color. Since the higher the deg K, the lower the visible light... I think I'd go with the same K as the stock and just replace the fog lights to HIDs... that would probably help make it brighter... Thoughts?
Any suggestions on which fog lights I should get? And do you have 4300K or anything closer to replace my stock HIDs?
Any suggestions on which fog lights I should get? And do you have 4300K or anything closer to replace my stock HIDs?
12-21-2007, 03:54 PM
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Originally Posted by Chubby TL-S 03
I have an '03 TL-S and I'm thinking of replacing my stock low-beam HIDs and fog lights... Lately, it just seems my lights aren't as bright. I care more about the brightness rather than the actual color. Since the higher the deg K, the lower the visible light... I think I'd go with the same K as the stock and just replace the fog lights to HIDs... that would probably help make it brighter... Thoughts?
Any suggestions on which fog lights I should get? And do you have 4300K or anything closer to replace my stock HIDs?
Any suggestions on which fog lights I should get? And do you have 4300K or anything closer to replace my stock HIDs?
12-22-2007, 07:49 AM
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Originally Posted by Excelerate
You would want 5000K, which is a natural white and is the closest to OE and the most light ouptut possible. Over time HID's bulbs deteriorate and the light output worsens so it is important to change them to maintain the light ouptut. I have both 5000K D2C bulbs and 5000K fog light kits available. I can do $440 shipped for the package.
12-24-2007, 01:38 PM
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Hi, a noob here...
I recently purchased a Bright Red 2001 CL Type S from a really old chap, (he was 82yrs old). Vehicle is in immaculate condition inside and out...Car has (what I believe to be) the factory low beam bulbs...But they have a slightly blueish hue, unless they turn that way with time....3 weeks ago, I slipped in the ice and rear-ended a jeep, damaging my right headlight unit among other things. Insurance replaced the entire headlight assembly under coverage. Problem is that the new unit on the damaged side actually looks very white and clear. The body shop said what they have in place are the original ones made by Acura in 2001. They also said they believe with time, they might actually match the blueness of the other. In any case, visibility on the road is markedly improved but looks very distorted to me...Would love to replace both bulbs to something blueish, like the 8500k.
Is the buy still on for the 8500k, and is it something you would personally recommend? I read somewhere earlier in this thread that the 6000k & 6500k had better visibility than the 8500k, and that the 8500k deteriorate with time. I simply want a clean colored light that would maintain they clarity and brightness in the long term...I also don't fully understand this whole deal with D2S, D2R, D2C...blaziblah.....Thanks for your assistance...
I recently purchased a Bright Red 2001 CL Type S from a really old chap, (he was 82yrs old). Vehicle is in immaculate condition inside and out...Car has (what I believe to be) the factory low beam bulbs...But they have a slightly blueish hue, unless they turn that way with time....3 weeks ago, I slipped in the ice and rear-ended a jeep, damaging my right headlight unit among other things. Insurance replaced the entire headlight assembly under coverage. Problem is that the new unit on the damaged side actually looks very white and clear. The body shop said what they have in place are the original ones made by Acura in 2001. They also said they believe with time, they might actually match the blueness of the other. In any case, visibility on the road is markedly improved but looks very distorted to me...Would love to replace both bulbs to something blueish, like the 8500k.
Is the buy still on for the 8500k, and is it something you would personally recommend? I read somewhere earlier in this thread that the 6000k & 6500k had better visibility than the 8500k, and that the 8500k deteriorate with time. I simply want a clean colored light that would maintain they clarity and brightness in the long term...I also don't fully understand this whole deal with D2S, D2R, D2C...blaziblah.....Thanks for your assistance...
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12-27-2007, 10:15 AM
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Nevermind, found all my answers....Read the entire thread. I apologize for being such a nuisance...Reading all the previous posts does wonders...
On a more serious note, I want to know if the group buy is still on, or should I, at this point, go on the website: www.ExceleratePerformance.com
I am really looking forward to having these lights on my car. They look excellent from what I see in the pics, and with the quality and reliability expressed by others in the aforementioned posts, to me, there is no way about it...I must have these bulbs.
I have decided to get the LOW BEAM Kaixen 6500k upgrade/replacement bulbs for an '01 CL Type S. Do you have some currently in stock? How long would it take if I sent you the money via paypal today to ship to zip code 21136, Reisterstown Maryland. Another question I have is what exact information you would need me to specify in my paypal transaction?
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12-28-2007, 11:00 AM
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Originally Posted by norteydanso
I have decided to get the LOW BEAM Kaixen 6500k upgrade/replacement bulbs for an '01 CL Type S. Do you have some currently in stock? How long would it take if I sent you the money via paypal today to ship to zip code 21136, Reisterstown Maryland. Another question I have is what exact information you would need me to specify in my paypal transaction?
12-28-2007, 07:26 PM
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Originally Posted by Chubby TL-S 03
I have an '03 TL-S and I'm thinking of replacing my stock low-beam HIDs and fog lights... Lately, it just seems my lights aren't as bright. I care more about the brightness rather than the actual color. Since the higher the deg K, the lower the visible light... I think I'd go with the same K as the stock and just replace the fog lights to HIDs... that would probably help make it brighter... Thoughts?
Any suggestions on which fog lights I should get? And do you have 4300K or anything closer to replace my stock HIDs?
Any suggestions on which fog lights I should get? And do you have 4300K or anything closer to replace my stock HIDs?
12-29-2007, 02:33 AM
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Originally Posted by Excelerate
Basically you would just need the KAIXEN D2C upgrade bulbs for the low beams. They are $150 shipped and are good in stock. You can send payment to excelerate@sbcglobal.net via Paypal and specify the part you're ordering and for what car. It will take about 2 bus days to get to MD.
Payment sent through Paypal a few minutes ago...My guess is that since the new year is around the corner, I might not receive these until towards the end of next week since the holidays don't count as business days?
01-02-2008, 12:08 AM
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Originally Posted by norteydanso
Payment sent through Paypal a few minutes ago...My guess is that since the new year is around the corner, I might not receive these until towards the end of next week since the holidays don't count as business days?
01-02-2008, 01:00 PM
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Originally Posted by Excelerate
Check your email (sometimes it goes into the Spam folder) for your invoice and tracking info.
Happy New Year Excelerate!
I didn't get the email. Could you kindly resend that email? I have had my spam folder inactive for a while now, so there is not even a question of it being sent there...Try sending it to me at jdowuona@gmail.com
Thanks for your help....I am really looking forward to installing these lights in my car...
01-06-2008, 12:20 AM
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Received the package Friday evening. I installed the lights in my car during the day yesterday, and I must say with the most sincerity and gratitude, I am utterly impressed with the KAIXEN lighting unit...Excellent transaction....Would be sure to refer your service to others...THANKS AGAIN.
01-08-2008, 01:22 AM
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Originally Posted by norteydanso
Received the package Friday evening. I installed the lights in my car during the day yesterday, and I must say with the most sincerity and gratitude, I am utterly impressed with the KAIXEN lighting unit...Excellent transaction....Would be sure to refer your service to others...THANKS AGAIN.
01-10-2008, 02:25 PM
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my turn
OK - looks like it is my turn to order. I need new bulbs for my '03 TL-S. One of them is color shifting whihc means replace both, right? From reading throughthe various threads, I have decided that I want to stick close to the OEM brightness and light being "thrown" so I'd like to order the 5000K set. Please let me know what all I need to do to make the transaction happen.
I am asuuming the $1450 shipped price is still a go?
Thanks,
Sean
I am asuuming the $1450 shipped price is still a go?
Thanks,
Sean
01-10-2008, 06:57 PM
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Originally Posted by heytiggr
OK - looks like it is my turn to order. I need new bulbs for my '03 TL-S. One of them is color shifting whihc means replace both, right? From reading throughthe various threads, I have decided that I want to stick close to the OEM brightness and light being "thrown" so I'd like to order the 5000K set. Please let me know what all I need to do to make the transaction happen.
I am asuuming the $1450 shipped price is still a go?
Thanks,
Sean
I am asuuming the $1450 shipped price is still a go?
Thanks,
Sean
Yes just send $150 to excelerate@sbcglobal.net via Paypal Specify what you're ordering and for what car.
01-11-2008, 04:26 PM
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Originally Posted by boosted1993fd
Payment sent via paypal for the 6,000K bulbs for a 1999 3.2 TL. Thanks!
BTW: You sent me 6,500K bulbs instead of the 6,000K. I have a blown headlight so the 6,500 will have to do..which is ok with me since they look good anyway.
Thanks!
01-11-2008, 05:12 PM
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Originally Posted by heytiggr
I just placed the order. Thanks very much. How long will it take for them to get to Sacramento, CA?
01-11-2008, 05:15 PM
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Originally Posted by boosted1993fd
Recieved the bulbs today. Installation only took about 10 minutes since I have done this before.. They look great.
BTW: You sent me 6,500K bulbs instead of the 6,000K. I have a blown headlight so the 6,500 will have to do..which is ok with me since they look good anyway.
Thanks!
BTW: You sent me 6,500K bulbs instead of the 6,000K. I have a blown headlight so the 6,500 will have to do..which is ok with me since they look good anyway.
Thanks!
01-11-2008, 10:16 PM
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eCheck??? I went through PayPal as you requested and as I have done many times with other transactions. It is supposed to simply simply a transfer of funds from my bank account. I have never experienced delays before. I hope all continues to go smoothly.
01-13-2008, 11:20 AM
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Originally Posted by Excelerate
You would want 5000K, which is a natural white and is the closest to OE and the most light ouptut possible. Over time HID's bulbs deteriorate and the light output worsens so it is important to change them to maintain the light ouptut. I have both 5000K D2C bulbs and 5000K fog light kits available. I can do $440 shipped for the package.
01-14-2008, 08:46 PM
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Originally Posted by Sckill
I'm looking for the 5000k low beam replacement bulbs and fog light kit for my 03 TL. Do you still have it in stock and is the $440 shipped still good? Thanks.
01-15-2008, 09:37 AM
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Pics Of 6500k Setup...
For those who might be interested in some pics of my setup...Sorry for the cheap camera phone...
Right when turned on under normal lighting conditions...
2 Seconds after being turned on under normal lighting conditions...
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Next, I adjusted the brightness on my camera to bring better light out of headlights.
Right when turned on...
2 Seconds after being turned on...
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In a parking garge:
Right when turned on:
2 Seconds later:
You can see the hint of purple but is clearly more visible at nightime...My cellphone produces glaring pics at nighttime so, I would post some night-time pics when I am able to land my hands on a proper DIGITAL CAMERA...
Right when turned on under normal lighting conditions...
2 Seconds after being turned on under normal lighting conditions...
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Next, I adjusted the brightness on my camera to bring better light out of headlights.
Right when turned on...
2 Seconds after being turned on...
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In a parking garge:
Right when turned on:
2 Seconds later:
You can see the hint of purple but is clearly more visible at nightime...My cellphone produces glaring pics at nighttime so, I would post some night-time pics when I am able to land my hands on a proper DIGITAL CAMERA...
01-15-2008, 09:53 PM
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Originally Posted by Excelerate
Yes I have both in stock. And the price is still good.
Yesterday's purchase
01-18-2008, 08:43 AM
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Originally Posted by Excelerate
Sckill and studebaker all orders were received and shipped.
Thanks norteydanso for the images.
Thanks norteydanso for the images.
01-23-2008, 01:35 PM
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Originally Posted by big mike 13
do you have the plug and play 9006 bulbs? i have philip ballasts for my foglights, but would like to switch to the kaixen 6000ks
01-27-2008, 02:11 PM
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Installing the new HID low beams and foglights was a breeze. The pictures may look scary since the bumper had to be removed, but it was a pretty simple job. As promised, here's a post of the Kaixen 5000k HID lights versus the 4300K OEM setup.
Old right low beam. My OEM lights seem to look just a bit more yellow than other stock HIDs i see on the road with reflector housings.
New 5000k bulb in the low beam. Picture will look brighter because of camera flash, but at least you can get a sense of the color.
Old and new light output side by side. Notice though that there is a lot more light above the cutoff point because the D2C lights don't have a glare shield so be sure to aim your lights properly.
A final shot of the car with low beams and 5000k foglights installed.
Old right low beam. My OEM lights seem to look just a bit more yellow than other stock HIDs i see on the road with reflector housings.
New 5000k bulb in the low beam. Picture will look brighter because of camera flash, but at least you can get a sense of the color.
Old and new light output side by side. Notice though that there is a lot more light above the cutoff point because the D2C lights don't have a glare shield so be sure to aim your lights properly.
A final shot of the car with low beams and 5000k foglights installed.
01-28-2008, 01:12 PM
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I am wondering when I will receive my bulbs. The financial part of the transaction was completed on the 16th and I have not received anything yet. I sent an email directly to you last week but, as of last night, I have not gotten a response. Can you tell me when my order was shipped? Is there a tracking number or anything that I can check on?
Thanks.
Thanks.
01-29-2008, 04:49 PM
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Originally Posted by heytiggr
I am wondering when I will receive my bulbs. The financial part of the transaction was completed on the 16th and I have not received anything yet. I sent an email directly to you last week but, as of last night, I have not gotten a response. Can you tell me when my order was shipped? Is there a tracking number or anything that I can check on?
Thanks.
Thanks.