Easiest way to change low beam bulbs

Re:Easiest way to change low beam bulbs (Soaren1)

Thu, 06 Dec 2012 22:52:57 GMT

Thanks for all the help guys. And I thought my soarer was a pain to change. Ive got a gen 3 so had the updated headlamp.

Do many guys run HIDS?

Re:Easiest way to change low beam bulbs (Tree)

Thu, 06 Dec 2012 17:35:11 GMT

Interesting I already have Koito headlamps so maybe previous owner changed it as it is a 90's model. Sealed or semis I wouldn't have a clue but they are very easy to change. Finally got her running properly and back from workshop, which during the time I changed the el cheapo fleabay try-hard "HID" colour H4s to Osram Nightbreakers so hoping that will be a big improvement along with better angling. If that's not enough I'll consider those Raybrigs...

Re:Easiest way to change low beam bulbs (MRTurbo)

Thu, 06 Dec 2012 15:48:55 GMT

then you can do this :D
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Re:Easiest way to change low beam bulbs (rico)

Thu, 06 Dec 2012 14:36:15 GMT

Get raybrigs :D

Re:Easiest way to change low beam bulbs (MRTurbo)

Thu, 06 Dec 2012 12:10:06 GMT

I have a genuine Koito set of H4 headlights if anyone is interested in upgrading their 'sealed beam'. In great condition and only took them out as I upgraded to Raybrigs.

Re:Easiest way to change low beam bulbs (Reddtarga)

Thu, 06 Dec 2012 11:25:21 GMT

My old original sealed beams were 55/60W and had deteriorated so much the lights were shiiit.

When updating, no need for higher power globes, they can fry your dipper switch contacts anyway, even with heavier wiring unless you also fit dedicated H/lamp relays.

Forget the Ebay 'cheapies', and update to high quality quartz (expensive) semi-sealed lens/reflectors with quality (expensive ) halogen globes to dramatically improve the brightness as well as having the modern sharp beam cutoff rising up on the left on dip.
This can be achieved with globes of the same power rating (50/65W) that means no mod is needed to the wiring.

When I updated mine in this way I found that high beams were so bright that I couldn't tell whether my OEM driving lights were switched on or not.
The total cost of the conversion was about $200 and was the best money I ever spent on the car.

Re:Easiest way to change low beam bulbs (worldwalker)

Wed, 05 Dec 2012 23:45:56 GMT

Remember the old sealed beams come in 100/55 and 150/55 where as semi sealed (unless full glass) are limited to 60/55. The wiring may need an upgrade for 150 but 100 should be fine on stock wiring. Makes for awesome bright high beam.

Re:Easiest way to change low beam bulbs (MRTurbo)

Wed, 05 Dec 2012 16:43:53 GMT

^I changed mine to 'legit' Raybrigs a while back...best thing I ever did for night time hills blasts (inc Raybrig globes :)). Even on low beam it lights up the road a decent distance ahead and wide too. I've no need for HID really. Makes the output from the fog lights look like candles.

Re:Easiest way to change low beam bulbs (Tree)

Wed, 05 Dec 2012 16:24:38 GMT

Might be a good idea to replace the long bolts that angle the headlamp before they rust to hell, depending on the condition. Mine was so rusted I almost couldn't take it out!
These "semi-sealed reflectors" sounds like a good upgrade. While on topic, what do you guys think of projectors? I found some cool looking items

http://www.importmonster....20AW11%20SW20%202%20H4

http://www.importmonster....g&title=MR2%20SW20

http://www.ebay.com.au/it...mp;hash=item337a019e81
I wonder if these are legit Raybrig...
Should prob just get HIDs hehe

Re:Easiest way to change low beam bulbs (Highlander)

Wed, 05 Dec 2012 09:59:49 GMT

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Re:Easiest way to change low beam bulbs (Dudeman)

Wed, 05 Dec 2012 09:34:14 GMT

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Re:Easiest way to change low beam bulbs (Reddtarga)

Wed, 05 Dec 2012 09:30:15 GMT

I should also have mentioned, it is also a good idea to remove the RTR fuse from the frunk box before starting the job.

Re:Easiest way to change low beam bulbs (MR2QIK)

Wed, 05 Dec 2012 09:28:42 GMT

Yeah, it's pretty easy. Just don't rush or you'll be kicking yourself for dropping one of the screws.

Re:Easiest way to change low beam bulbs (Dudeman)

Wed, 05 Dec 2012 09:26:22 GMT

MRTurbo

not too hard, headlight is up (obviously), then remove the 4 screws that hold the black housing around the light in, then the headlight should come straight out.

After you undo the screws holding the chrome surround around the front of the lamp as well.

Re:Easiest way to change low beam bulbs (Reddtarga)

Wed, 05 Dec 2012 09:26:13 GMT

An easy job to fit so long as you have the later type lens/reflector assemblies.
You need a H4 50/65W globe, but obviously change both sides while you're at it.
I have found the Phillips range of globes to be excellent.

(Early SW20's had sealed beam headlamps that are by now very inferior. If you've got those you would be best updating to semi sealed reflectors with separate globes)