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Old Dec 15, 2008 | 05:13 PM
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hey people i just got some sonar projector headlights with halo lights. but the low beams suck, they only light up like 15ft ahead. is that normal or did i wire them wrong. some one please get back at me, thanks
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Old Dec 15, 2008 | 05:18 PM
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Most aftermarket projectors have crappy light output, as they are designed more around style than functionality.
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Old Dec 15, 2008 | 05:28 PM
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Most aftermarket projectors have crappy light output, as they are designed more around style than functionality.
what u suggest.? go back to oem. or whats anthor brand of lights that work and look great
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Old Dec 15, 2008 | 05:31 PM
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Me personally, I'd just black out your OEM housings, or pony up the money for retrofitted projectors.
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Old Dec 15, 2008 | 05:46 PM
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oem is the way to go
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Old Dec 15, 2008 | 06:11 PM
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what u suggest.? go back to oem. or whats anthor brand of lights that work and look great
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Old Dec 15, 2008 | 08:00 PM
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retro fit ftw!
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