"HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles" (hondasfordsvolvo)
07/05/2015 at 00:40 • Filed to: None
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"HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles" (hondasfordsvolvo)
07/05/2015 at 00:40 • Filed to: None | 1
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So we’ve had the Fit for a week and a half now. The only complaint that my wife has had is that she can’t see far enough on the low beams. The highs are great, and the fog lights make me happy. but the distance ahead of you that is illuminated with the low beams is pretty short. SO should I get a set of Sylvania Silverstars? are the Ultras worth it(about 12 bucks more on Amazon)? Will Gohan be able to match the awesome power of Perfect Cell? Find out on the next episode of DRAGON BALL Z!!!
http://www.amazon.com/SYLVANIA-Silve…
04sneaky - Boxers. Blowers. Bikes. And bitches.
> HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles
07/05/2015 at 00:46 |
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Have you checked any forums to see what other Fit owners recommend? Reason I ask is because for our Focus Silverstars actually don’t work that great according to other owners. I have some PIAA bulbs currently, and they’re 100x better than stock (same low beam short length problem).
Logansteno: Bought a VW?
> HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles
07/05/2015 at 00:46 |
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I have Silverstars in my fog lights and I’m pretty sure they’re brighter and shine farther than my projector low beams. 10/10 would recommend.
SHARPSPEED
> HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles
07/05/2015 at 00:49 |
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Maybe, but it’ll take him 3 episodes to throw a goddamn punch.
AM
> HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles
07/05/2015 at 00:54 |
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I have Silverstars in my yukon, they’re brighter than every stock halogen bulbs I see.
nFamousCJ - Keeper of Stringbean, Gengars and a Deezul
> HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles
07/05/2015 at 00:56 |
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Projector retrofit!
And I’m definitely watching dbz Kai right now btw. Vegeta is taking on Lord Zarbon on planet namek
boxrocket
> HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles
07/05/2015 at 01:22 |
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I’ve been hit or miss with Silver Stars. Yes, they do seem brighter, and yes it’s a bit of a sure thing compared to some $0.99 junk off eBay, but remember that manufacturers spend lots of money making sure you can see as far ahead of you as the government allows them (supposedly), so it may be more worthwhile to look into factory or dealer-option upgrades, such as if there is/was a Xenon headlamp upgrade for your vehicle and what it all entailed. The factory halogen headlamps may offer seemingly less illumination but greater “throw”, or the color of the bulbs appears less bright because we’re used to seeing yellow-toned colors versus the bluer hues of Silver Stars, but with the OEM Xenon units, they’re as bright and offer the greatest beam and throw capabilities they can offer. For some cars, a simple ballast and bulb install is all that’s needed, while others require different headlamps to accommodate the different technology, as well as entire added fuses and wiring because of the enhanced draw on the electronics that the more-powerful system requires.
I hope this makes sense. Writing while exhausted and mildly insomniatic.
SirDrivesAlot (now with hybrid powerrrr)
> HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles
07/05/2015 at 01:38 |
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The general consensus at FF is that the factory light setting is to low.
http://www.fitfreak.net/forums/fit-int…
I tried Silverstars once, but the bulb life was very short.
jawn
> HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles
07/05/2015 at 01:57 |
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Silverstars are definitely brighter, but you have to make sure not to touch the bulb during installation. The oil from your hands will cause them to burn out pretty quickly, if you aren’t careful.
NotUnlessRoundIsFunny
> boxrocket
07/05/2015 at 02:33 |
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Very nicely written and helpful. I wish I wrote that well when I was well-rested!
RiceRocketeer Extraordinaire
> HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles
07/05/2015 at 04:02 |
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http://www.danielsternlighting.com/tech/bulbs/blu…
I’d consider getting the XtraVision bulbs instead ...
Sam
> Logansteno: Bought a VW?
07/05/2015 at 05:51 |
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90’s BMW low beams are terrible in general. It’s the same on my E34. I basically couldn’t see without the fog lights on. The brights are obscenely bright, though.
LongbowMkII
> HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles
07/05/2015 at 07:03 |
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Theyve always had a very short life for me. like ~6months.
JQJ213- Now With An Extra Cylinder!
> HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles
07/05/2015 at 08:00 |
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When I had my 00 V70R, the stock bulbs were useless. I upgraded to some Silverstars. Sadly because the way the headlight assembly was, it just seemee to make the plastic case brighter, not the road.
The fits a lot newer so ymmv but at least in my case with older vehicles, the assembly setup can only handle so much light
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JQJ213- Now With An Extra Cylinder!
> HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles
07/05/2015 at 08:01 |
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Also, if possible buy at a Walmart near you. If they dont work you can take them back no questions asked!
Nobi
> HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles
07/05/2015 at 08:23 |
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The wife has them in her ‘05 Matrix. Brighter, yes, but we’re replacing bulbs once a year. By comparison, I got my ‘04 GTO in ‘10, and the bulbs simultaneously let go a month after I got it. I replaced both with regular OEM replacements and they're still in there working today.
jguttes
> LongbowMkII
07/05/2015 at 09:01 |
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My experience was more like 3 months, lol
deekster_caddy
> LongbowMkII
07/05/2015 at 09:33 |
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This has always been my complaint about SilverStars. Love the additional light but hate the 6-9 month bulb replacement. What’s crazy is if you replace them at the same time they would literally burn out within a few days of each other.
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Wurrwulf
> HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles
07/05/2015 at 10:04 |
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I run the cheapest version of the SilverStars in my ‘02 Outback and my wife’s ‘05 Tribute. I find bulb life to be perfectly fine, and the light output is clearly superior. Make sure to wear latex gloves and don’t get any oils on the bulbs.
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HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles
> 04sneaky - Boxers. Blowers. Bikes. And bitches.
07/05/2015 at 15:14 |
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Good idea.