HondaJack

I know I know I did search. However everything I found was from 2003. I am hoping there is some new light on the situation.

I just picked up a 92 Hatch and noticed that the headlights suck. I live in the country and need to be able to see deer before they are in my grill. What are my options for improving my head lights. I have read about the HID mods and also about swapping out bulbs but would like to know what is the best bang for the buck.

One thing I dont want to do is loose my highbeams. Also I am looking for function no how cool they look.

If I do go HID what is the best light to put them in (I know non-fluted but who makes a good one?)

Do they make a 9006/9005 projector headlight?

Sorry for all of the questions but that more I read the less I understand.

-Gary-

FYI the eBay projectors suck *** and fit like ****.

I have a pair because like you, I thought the factory ones sucked.

You wanna know what suck is then you should try aiming these pieces of ****.

Built Beast

Just get some Sylvania SiverStars ($40) and they are pretty good at giving off good light. I would shy away from the HID but if you want it get it, however most of them you loose the high beam function with the H4 bulb. You can get them at any auto store or Wal-Mart/ Target.

HondaJack

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I have a pair because like you, I thought the factory ones sucked.

You wanna know what suck is then you should try aiming these pieces of ****.</TD></TR></TABLE>

I was afraid of that.

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I read that they only last 1/3 as long as normal bulbs.

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That is why I really dont want to get the HID's I NEED high beam.

Built Beast

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I read that they only last 1/3 as long as normal bulbs.
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"You gotta pay to play" I have had mine for nearly two years without a blown bulb (now I will probably blow a bulb b/c of this ) I don't think $40 is really that expensive at all, afterall if you blow one, go buy another set and you have an extra one.

HondaJack

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ha ha ha aint that da truff!

I think that may be my "bandaid" fix for now until I get some time to look around and try stuff out.

cashshoes

try putting high grade headlight fluid in them works GREAT!!!
jk
yeah hids work good and look good 2 you can ombine them with projector lights 2 if you want a good look

HondaJack

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by cashshoes &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">try putting high grade headlight fluid in them works GREAT!!!</TD></TR></TABLE>

I have a buddie that says 10% of the world is ********. Looks like I found one.

bpkmrtoes

i heard the jdm headlights lens will help the bulb shine more brighter and provide more visibility due to the different material of the lens.

ablack934doorcivic

ok i though glass was glass holy **** japan glass is better then ours

G2 Speed

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by bpkmrtoes &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">i heard the jdm headlights lens will help the bulb shine more brighter and provide more visibility due to the different material of the lens. </TD></TR></TABLE>

WOOW your an idiot and on top of that it would be illegal

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IT"S JDM, duh

bpkmrtoes

actually i thought the jdm ones were plastic? that's why i didn't say glass.

G2 Speed

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by bpkmrtoes &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">actually i thought the jdm ones were plastic? that's why i didn't say glass.</TD></TR></TABLE>

usdm is plastic too...

bpkmrtoes

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by G2 Speed &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">usdm is plastic too...</TD></TR></TABLE>
really? for my 95 civic coupe? actually they feel really more like glass than plastic to me...

bpkmrtoes

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by bpkmrtoes &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">really? for my 95 civic coupe? actually they feel really more like glass than plastic to me...</TD></TR></TABLE>
anybody with an eg that can tell the difference between glass and plastic go tap on their headlights for us?

immrtaltchnq

glass headlights?
jdm and usdm are both plastic
why would they make headlights out of glass
horrible idea

bpkmrtoes

idunno mine are hard as hell... i've had glass headlights on my 89 legend and i've been to the junkyard plenty of times... i've seen them shattered and they feel like the same material as my 95 coupe... what's wrong with glass?

G2 Speed

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by bpkmrtoes &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">really? for my 95 civic coupe? actually they feel really more like glass than plastic to me...</TD></TR></TABLE>


ughhh

Padawan

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by G2 Speed &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">WOOW you<FONT COLOR="red">'re</FONT> an idiot and on top of that it would be illegal </TD></TR></TABLE>

I wouldn't necessarily say that. Often, EDM ("e-code") and JDM headlamps perform better than their USDM DOT-approved counterparts due to superior optics and differences in governing regulations. While it would technically be "illegal" to use these non-DOT housings in the U.S., in practice it is rarely an issue in most cases. While I haven't seen any direct comparisons involving EG headlamps, I can attest to the fact that VW e-codes are far superior to the DOT lamps, and are a common and effective lighting upgrade.

The Collin

try a PIAA brand bulb if you don't want to go HID. from a local shop they offer lifetime warranties. OR go Catz Zeta kit.

Kruzen510

Denji projectors are good. I love mine, great quality, glass lens, fit good. I even have a separate harness that tie them directly into the battery so they're extra bright. Normal beams stay on when the brights are on too with the harness.

ablack934doorcivic

i have a 93 and 94 civic sedans and both sets of headlights are glass

ablack934doorcivic

i had denjis loved them the crashed my car i want a new pair

JSPECSIR

tyc offers a headlight with an hid low beam projector, and still has a normal halogen high beam. also you could find an old set of denji or shark eyes projectors and retrofit an hid projector in place of its halogen projector, and still have a halogen high beam. i have no opinion on either of these as i have had neither but these are options that meet your criteria. and by the way, yes usdm headlights are glass, i shattered my originals by accident, glass was everywhere. anyway hope this helps.

bpkmrtoes

why are some of you trying to flame on me... i was just trying to help ... lol i love the friendly community of honda-tech... any ways GOOD LUCK OP


Modified by bpkmrtoes at 7:25 PM 8/29/2006