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Projector OR JDM+HID?

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Old Jul 2, 2008 | 03:34 AM
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Default Projector OR JDM(KO)+HID?

Hey guys, new to the HID/projector thing. I want to upgrade my headlights because my current headlights in my ep3 are scratched/cracked/fogged up... So heres what im stuck between.

Buying these JDM knockoffs + an HID kit
http://robearracing.com/pd_jdm...i.cfm

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These??? http://www.showstoppersusa.com...d=105


Have no idea about projector or or Hid.. Ups and downs of both? one better? im only looking to spend about 300 and both are in my price range. Perhaps something else? Thanks in advance guys


YES I READ "REF: Automotive Lighting, Color, and You".. Still confused :[

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Old Jul 2, 2008 | 09:29 AM
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Default Re: Projector OR JDM(KO)+HID? (02_Si_FTW)

For best performance, have a retrofit done if you're planning on upgrading to HIDs
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Old Jul 4, 2008 | 10:26 PM
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Default Re: Projector OR JDM(KO)+HID? (02_Si_FTW)

Get something legit.

http://www.speedstar-racing.co...eda3e

Those if you want to be cheap.

Or the real deal if you want quality.

http://www.speedstar-racing.co...eda3e
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Old Jul 5, 2008 | 05:03 PM
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retrofit is the way to go!
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Old Jul 5, 2008 | 06:01 PM
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JDM


Proper Retrofit


ebay halogen projectors or ANY halogen projector + HID's
no width and horrible crooked cutoff



Proper HID retrofit(True HID projector and true OEM HID bulbs/ballasts
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Old Jul 12, 2008 | 08:28 PM
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striker_18, that last pic, is that your car? That looks really good.
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Old Jul 12, 2008 | 11:11 PM
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Grayson95 &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">striker_18, that last pic, is that your car? That looks really good.</TD></TR></TABLE>
Yes, it is. Thank You for the compliment
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