I used to use Sylvania Silverstars but they only lasted about a year. Anyone recommend a better product?

 

The Sylvania Silverstarts have a relatively short filament life span.

Listed on their website.
Sylvania
Standard;
Life = 1000hr
Output = 1000lm

Silverstar;
Life = 200hr
Output = 1000lm

If you are looking for longer life you need to go with a standard bulb. If you like the white/blue look you have to stick with the shorter life. That or spend $90 for a set of 4k - 500hr PIAA Extreme White Plus bulbs.

 

Nothing beats the brightness of the silverstar tho.. I never tried piaa

my silverstars have lasted 3 years no problems

 

How long they last really depends a lot on your climate and the amount of time you travel with your lights on. When I ran my Accord I had a switch to turn off my DRL and had a set of Silverstars last quite a while.....It's all about the run time and filament life!

 

You could try an HID kit? I dunno life expectancy, but I know they are pretty bright

 

Don't touch the lamp, oils can cause early failure. Clean with rubbing alcohol prior to installation if touched.

 

HID's are the best way to go.. ive had mine on my car for about 22,000 miles with no problems. and they are alot brighter then any standard bulb

 

If you go with a HID retrofit please make sure you align them properly. Don't be a DIY douche bag and have them pointing at oncoming traffic.... IMO This has to be the worst cosmetic DIY out there to date. Sure it works if you get it done properly!


The stock housings where not designed for HID fixtures..... I'll leave it at that!

 

I found Hella 9005 and 9006 bulbs on Ebay for $17. Just as bright as the Silverstars. Seemed like a good deal, hope they last.