Planning on getting an HID retrofit

**jut703** · July 3rd, 2017 09:27 PM

Originally Posted by D3nb3r

I know that clear tint plus + HID is better than dark + HID. But as you said some people opt to have more privacy/security on a darker tint. Also its not only about privacy why I choose vkool 70 darker tint has higher heat/infrared rejection. This leads lead to better aircon efficiency. Better aircon effeciency leads to better fuel economy. That is the main reason why ni-retrofit ko dati yung sa 4th gen strada ko. And now yung stock HID system ng strada GT ko ngayun ay plan ko rin palitan ng Morimoto d2s 4.0, XB35 ballast w/ philips xv c1 35w bulbs.
For me unless you have poor eyesight at night you dont need an HID upgrade if you have a clear tint. But if you still go on the HID route, it'll be a good investment as long as it is properly done and you have a budget for it.

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Same lang efficiency ng dalawang Altis ko with VK70 and no tint (both 1.6MT). Sure, the aircon has to work harder, but overall the additional load isn't as big a factor as traffic or driving style.

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**D3nb3r** · July 3rd, 2017 09:33 PM

Originally Posted by jut703

Same lang efficiency ng dalawang Altis ko with VK70 and no tint (both 1.6MT). Sure, the aircon has to work harder, but overall the additional load isn't as big a factor as traffic or driving style.

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Sure effects is not that huge nad not a big factor to some people but for me a small difference is better than none. But then again that is not the main reason why I chose the retetrofit route. Its because of the dark tint I installed. I guess clear tint is just not for me.
Either that or its the itch of modifying everything in my car that is responsible. hahaha.

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**ssaloon** · July 4th, 2017 01:43 AM

A bit OT: anyone tried sourcing the retrofit parts themselves (say via AliExpress) and having them installed locally?

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**s2kurt** · July 4th, 2017 02:04 AM

Originally Posted by ssaloon

A bit OT: anyone tried sourcing the retrofit parts themselves (say via AliExpress) and having them installed locally?

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Kaya ba mag DIY retrofit? I've seen youtube videos. Looks not so hard naman. Bit of cutting here and there. Sealing, alignment and done. Except for the wiring if single beam to bi conversion.

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**D3nb3r** · July 4th, 2017 04:12 AM

Originally Posted by s2kurt

Kaya ba mag DIY retrofit? I've seen youtube videos. Looks not so hard naman. Bit of cutting here and there. Sealing, alignment and done. Except for the wiring if single beam to bi conversion.

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depende sa DIY skill mo boss. On previous gen na unit ko pina retrofit ko pero nung inadjust ko ang cut off na sobrahan ko ng pihit kaya na tanggal ang projector sa adjusting mounts kaya no choice ako so binuksan ko headlight ko by means of heat gun hehehe. Dun nag umpisa mag build up courage ko na buksan headlight ko. I'm planning a DIY retrofit ngayun sa bagong unit ko dahil kahit na HID projector na bitin pa rin ako sa 25w.
nagrerequire lang ng cutting pag ang projector na ginamit mo is yung mga malalaki like fxr, tl or oem like evox-r or rx350 etc. pero kung ayaw mo mag cutting try mo mga projectors like mini h1 or mini d2s. bolt on yan sa reflector bowl ng halogen lamps.

Originally Posted by ssaloon

A bit OT: anyone tried sourcing the retrofit parts themselves (say via AliExpress) and having them installed locally?

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careful lang dahil marami fake na benebenta online tapos yung mga bulbs na fake lakas ng UV nun kaya pag minalas ka sira pati reflector ng projector mo.

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**jtiro** · July 31st, 2017 12:20 PM

good day,

plano ko din sana magpa retrofit, car is ek civic. upon reading this thread, i have three choices.
nakapagtanong na ko kay hidretrofit and redline, almost same price lang packages nila, altho magkakatalo siguro sa parts.

hidretrofit stage1 includes 2.5" projectors, bulbs, ballasts, wirings and install. 13k
stage2 aftermarket performance package 18k

redline stage1 package includes h1 projectors, nhk h1 bulbs, hyluxtek ballasts, wirings, 2yrs warranty.
stage2 - 17k
stage3 - 22.5k

hindi pa ko nakapagtanong kay xenon concepts, being the cheapest among them, mukhang ok naman din ang gawa nila.
i think nhk and koito naman ang gamit nila.

1. ask ko lang sa mga naka stage1 dito, worthy upgrade na din ba from stock? or much better value for money ung stage2 nila?

2. ok ba ang nhk and hyluxtek brands? not familiar with these brands kasi.

3. any idea magkano aabutin if morimoto projectors and Philips bulbs ang gagamitin? upon reading sa mga sites im thinking of going h1 or d2s setup from these brands, if kaya ng budget. if not, stick na lang ako sa budget packages nila.

need your suggestions/opinions. salamat po sa sasagot.

**JJB** · July 31st, 2017 04:13 PM

Originally Posted by jtiro

good day,

plano ko din sana magpa retrofit, car is ek civic. upon reading this thread, i have three choices.
nakapagtanong na ko kay hidretrofit and redline, almost same price lang packages nila, altho magkakatalo siguro sa parts.

hidretrofit stage1 includes 2.5" projectors, bulbs, ballasts, wirings and install. 13k
stage2 aftermarket performance package 18k

redline stage1 package includes h1 projectors, nhk h1 bulbs, hyluxtek ballasts, wirings, 2yrs warranty.
stage2 - 17k
stage3 - 22.5k

hindi pa ko nakapagtanong kay xenon concepts, being the cheapest among them, mukhang ok naman din ang gawa nila.
i think nhk and koito naman ang gamit nila.

1. ask ko lang sa mga naka stage1 dito, worthy upgrade na din ba from stock? or much better value for money ung stage2 nila?

2. ok ba ang nhk and hyluxtek brands? not familiar with these brands kasi.

3. any idea magkano aabutin if morimoto projectors and Philips bulbs ang gagamitin? upon reading sa mga sites im thinking of going h1 or d2s setup from these brands, if kaya ng budget. if not, stick na lang ako sa budget packages nila.

need your suggestions/opinions. salamat po sa sasagot.

Nagpakabit ako ng stage 1 sa xenon concepts yesterday sunday. Drove it kagabi at very big upgrade and difference. Sulit sa price nya at magagaling mga tauhan pa. Home service and sunday pa ginawa.

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**JJB** · July 31st, 2017 04:13 PM

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**dreamur** · July 31st, 2017 10:50 PM

Originally Posted by JJB

Nagpakabit ako ng stage 1 sa xenon concepts yesterday sunday. Drove it kagabi at very big upgrade and difference. Sulit sa price nya at magagaling mga tauhan pa. Home service and sunday pa ginawa.

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Magkano sa xenon concept bro?

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**JJB** · August 1st, 2017 12:12 AM

Originally Posted by dreamur

Magkano sa xenon concept bro?

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PM sent bro!

Personally, headlight upgrades from stock halogen to HIDs are a must especially if you have difficulty driving at night, ageing, poor eyesight or just want more safety.
Though heavy tint at front would defeat the purpose