Has anyone changed they're xenon to 6k from factory 4300k - BMW 3-Series (E90 E92) Forum

Shahdog · 06-04-2012, 06:50 PM

Has anyone changed they're factory 4300 k xenon bulbs
For a higher temperature like 6k
To better match AE's?

Bendercle · 06-04-2012, 07:46 PM

Uh yes, it's one of the most common mods.

Dark_Knight_335 · 06-04-2012, 07:57 PM

Make sure you get AUTHENTIC Philips D1S bulbs... Lots of knockoffs out there, and it ain't worth blowing your ballasts over..

Thumperx · 06-05-2012, 12:45 AM

I just score the Phillips D1S 6k bulbs. I cannot wait get them in.

Dark_Knight_335 · 06-05-2012, 06:21 PM

Where did you get them? They are pretty hard to find

gaifaun · 06-05-2012, 06:36 PM

do Phillips make 5000k?

Dark_Knight_335 · 06-05-2012, 06:39 PM

Just found these on Bimmian- went for it- let's see how it goes.

http://www.bimmian.com/XenoFlo-HID-Xenon-Bulb-Upgrade-for-BMW-E92-3-Series

E90Company · 06-05-2012, 06:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Dark_Knight_335

Just found these on Bimmian- went for it- let's see how it goes.

http://www.bimmian.com/XenoFlo-HID-X...W-E92-3-Series

Keep us posted. I would like to see these myself

Dark_Knight_335 · 06-05-2012, 10:45 PM

Definitely bro - here's hoping I don't blow a ballast

Thumperx · 06-05-2012, 11:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Dark_Knight_335

Where did you get them? They are pretty hard to find

From here, one the forum member was selling his and I scored -woot.

Thumperx · 07-03-2012, 09:35 PM

Finally in. Here a pick of my 6k Philip's Ultinon head lamps.

rollinstone157 · 07-04-2012, 10:54 AM

If you want a whiter color from your headlights, get the New Osram Cool Blue Intense bulbs. Unlike any other bulb on the market (aftermarket or otherwise) this creates a whiter 5000K color not through tinting the bulb (which decreases light output) but by using a different mix of salts in the bulb. You pay a premium for it, but they're so nice. The guys/gals on HIDPlanet absolutely rave about it.

Chrispy650 · 07-04-2012, 05:38 PM

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Originally Posted by rollinstone157

If you want a whiter color from your headlights, get the New Osram Cool Blue Intense bulbs. Unlike any other bulb on the market (aftermarket or otherwise) this creates a whiter 5000K color not through tinting the bulb (which decreases light output) but by using a different mix of salts in the bulb. You pay a premium for it, but they're so nice. The guys/gals on HIDPlanet absolutely rave about it.

Do you have these yourself? I was looking at getting a pair but I am not sure how good they will look knowing BMW projectors aren't the greatest. I've always been curious to see how the CBIs look in the e9x projectors but haven't been able to find anyone with them lol. When I went to HIDPlanet it looked like most of the cars on there had good projectors so the light came out really nice but I know those projectors are better than ours

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rollinstone157 · 07-04-2012, 08:38 PM

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Originally Posted by Chrispy650

Quote:

Originally Posted by rollinstone157

If you want a whiter color from your headlights, get the New Osram Cool Blue Intense bulbs. Unlike any other bulb on the market (aftermarket or otherwise) this creates a whiter 5000K color not through tinting the bulb (which decreases light output) but by using a different mix of salts in the bulb. You pay a premium for it, but they're so nice. The guys/gals on HIDPlanet absolutely rave about it.

Do you have these yourself? I was looking at getting a pair but I am not sure how good they will look knowing BMW projectors aren't the greatest. I've always been curious to see how the CBIs look in the e9x projectors but haven't been able to find anyone with them lol. When I went to HIDPlanet it looked like most of the cars on there had good projectors so the light came out really nice but I know those projectors are better than ours

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its almost time to change out my bulbs...and I definitely will be getting the CBIs.

I've seen shots of them in euro reflector hid housings (older Benz e class) and it looked awesome! given that, in my mind, its a great bulb for any HID system.

and with a clear lens + shield tuning, I think any projector can be given a noticable upgrade. once I get the guts to crack open my lights for led rings, I'll definitely be doing just that.

NiVeDh · 07-04-2012, 09:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rollinstone157

If you want a whiter color from your headlights, get the New Osram Cool Blue Intense bulbs. Unlike any other bulb on the market (aftermarket or otherwise) this creates a whiter 5000K color not through tinting the bulb (which decreases light output) but by using a different mix of salts in the bulb. You pay a premium for it, but they're so nice. The guys/gals on HIDPlanet absolutely rave about it.

I'm using these and they are amazing.

CaptChaos · 07-05-2012, 12:25 AM

+1 on the CBI. Very white light with no loss in lumens from stock bulbs.

fromkrypton · 07-05-2012, 06:18 AM

Has anyone tried the replacement bulbs from sonictuning?

http://www.sonictuning.com/bmw/bmw-3...ulbs-pair.html

g9sBMW · 11-27-2012, 12:05 PM

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Originally Posted by fromkrypton

Has anyone tried the replacement bulbs from sonictuning?

http://www.sonictuning.com/bmw/bmw-3...ulbs-pair.html

I did, and one bulb burned out after 9 months. Vendor did a good job in replacing but I find myself looking for authentic Phillips/Sylvannia D1S now.

MrRager · 11-27-2012, 12:59 PM

why are you guys trading out your lights for ones that arent as good?

Cure12 · 11-27-2012, 02:22 PM

did mine last weekend...got my 6k bulbs frm underground euros...everything works fine n look great as well...

mashimarho · 11-27-2012, 03:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rollinstone157

its almost time to change out my bulbs...and I definitely will be getting the CBIs.

I've seen shots of them in euro reflector hid housings (older Benz e class) and it looked awesome! given that, in my mind, its a great bulb for any HID system.

and with a clear lens + shield tuning, I think any projector can be given a noticable upgrade. once I get the guts to crack open my lights for led rings, I'll definitely be doing just that.

Any updates? :P

X-con335i · 11-27-2012, 06:02 PM

Dont buy after market ds1 bulb cuz i did. Now my headlight is not working cuz i blow my ballast cuz of it. Now dnt knw what im going to do. Buy a ballast or buy a hid kits. Any idea??

06-04-2012, 06:50 PM	#1
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06-04-2012, 07:57 PM	#3
Dark_Knight_335 Came to the N55 Darkside Drives: 2011 335 E93 M-Sport Join Date: May 2010 Location: NY/NJ Posts: 5,539 iTrader: (17)	Make sure you get AUTHENTIC Philips D1S bulbs... Lots of knockoffs out there, and it ain't worth blowing your ballasts over.. __________________ Assorted E9x bushings, 200$ local pickup or 225$ shipped! http://www.e90post.com/forums/showth...2#post13995632

06-05-2012, 12:45 AM	#4
Thumperx Major Drives: 335I coupe Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Northern California Posts: 1,259 iTrader: (70)	I just score the Phillips D1S 6k bulbs. I cannot wait get them in. __________________ Name: Blanca \| 07 E92 \| AW-Blk \| ZSP \| Alcon BBK \| M3 Bits \| VM RR Links \| Koni \| UUC Sways \| V5 \| Dinan CAI \| ETS IC \| Fge DV \| ER CP \| Cyba \| Raden. Exh \| Mod Step \| Trunk Drawer \| Perf LED Wheel \| Illum Dr Sills \| IS Shifter \| Parrot \| Philps D1S \| 6000k fog \| MTECH RR \| CSL Trunk \| Aero \| Roof Spoiler \| PSS on BBS RS-GT 19s

06-05-2012, 06:21 PM	#5
Dark_Knight_335 Came to the N55 Darkside Drives: 2011 335 E93 M-Sport Join Date: May 2010 Location: NY/NJ Posts: 5,539 iTrader: (17)	Where did you get them? They are pretty hard to find __________________ Assorted E9x bushings, 200$ local pickup or 225$ shipped! http://www.e90post.com/forums/showth...2#post13995632

06-05-2012, 06:36 PM	#6
gaifaun Major Drives: E90 335i LCI Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Greater Vancouver Posts: 1,132 iTrader: (14) Garage List 2010 E90 335i LCI [0.00]	do Phillips make 5000k? __________________ I can help with Coding in Vancouver. PM me

06-04-2012, 07:46 PM	#2
Bendercle Banned Drives: 2007 335xi 6MT Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: North Shore MA Posts: 264 iTrader: (3)	Uh yes, it's one of the most common mods.

06-05-2012, 06:39 PM	#7
Dark_Knight_335 Came to the N55 Darkside Drives: 2011 335 E93 M-Sport Join Date: May 2010 Location: NY/NJ Posts: 5,539 iTrader: (17)	Just found these on Bimmian- went for it- let's see how it goes. http://www.bimmian.com/XenoFlo-HID-Xenon-Bulb-Upgrade-for-BMW-E92-3-Series __________________ Assorted E9x bushings, 200$ local pickup or 225$ shipped! http://www.e90post.com/forums/showth...2#post13995632

06-05-2012, 10:45 PM	#9
Dark_Knight_335 Came to the N55 Darkside Drives: 2011 335 E93 M-Sport Join Date: May 2010 Location: NY/NJ Posts: 5,539 iTrader: (17)	Definitely bro - here's hoping I don't blow a ballast

07-03-2012, 09:35 PM	#11
Thumperx Major Drives: 335I coupe Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Northern California Posts: 1,259 iTrader: (70)	Finally in. Here a pick of my 6k Philip's Ultinon head lamps. Attached Images __________________ Name: Blanca \| 07 E92 \| AW-Blk \| ZSP \| Alcon BBK \| M3 Bits \| VM RR Links \| Koni \| UUC Sways \| V5 \| Dinan CAI \| ETS IC \| Fge DV \| ER CP \| Cyba \| Raden. Exh \| Mod Step \| Trunk Drawer \| Perf LED Wheel \| Illum Dr Sills \| IS Shifter \| Parrot \| Philps D1S \| 6000k fog \| MTECH RR \| CSL Trunk \| Aero \| Roof Spoiler \| PSS on BBS RS-GT 19s

07-04-2012, 10:54 AM	#12
rollinstone157 Brotographer Drives: 2010 328i xDrive Sedan Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: NJ, USA Posts: 1,545 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2010 BMW 328i xDriv ... [3.33]	If you want a whiter color from your headlights, get the New Osram Cool Blue Intense bulbs. Unlike any other bulb on the market (aftermarket or otherwise) this creates a whiter 5000K color not through tinting the bulb (which decreases light output) but by using a different mix of salts in the bulb. You pay a premium for it, but they're so nice. The guys/gals on HIDPlanet absolutely rave about it. __________________ CPO Space Gray 2010 328i xDrive Sedan -\|- Premium -\|- Value -\|- Heated Seats/Steering Wheel -\|- PDC Fr./R -\|- Xenon -\|- Navigation -\|- Logic7 -\|- Installed -\|- Rear Fogs -\|- HighPerformanceBulbs Ultimate LED Interior Kit [courtesy, footwell, dome, + trunk modules] -\|- V-LEDS 9W Reverse Lights -\|- HPB 20W Angel Eyes -\|- Lots of Coding

07-05-2012, 12:25 AM	#16
CaptChaos Captain Drives: E92 335 Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Richmond, BC, Canada Posts: 671 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2007 E92 335 [0.00]	+1 on the CBI. Very white light with no loss in lumens from stock bulbs.

07-05-2012, 06:18 AM	#17
fromkrypton Private Drives: 2006 330i Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Brossard Posts: 95 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2006 330i [0.00]	Has anyone tried the replacement bulbs from sonictuning? http://www.sonictuning.com/bmw/bmw-3...ulbs-pair.html

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MrRager Second Lieutenant Drives: 335i Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: 73134 Posts: 292 iTrader: (0)	why are you guys trading out your lights for ones that arent as good? __________________ 2008 335i 6MT

11-27-2012, 02:22 PM	#20
Cure12 Private First Class Drives: 2011 335 Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: New York Posts: 112 iTrader: (1)	did mine last weekend...got my 6k bulbs frm underground euros...everything works fine n look great as well... __________________ ///Mods: OEM MSport Rear Bumper, OEM MSport Front Bumper, LTBMW Matte Black Lip, BMS N55 Performance Intake, LED Interior Lights, HPB 20 Watt LED Cree H8 Angel Eyes, 6000K HID Fogs, CF Wrapped Interior Trim, 35% Tint.../// ///*PM For Coding In Queens*///

11-27-2012, 06:02 PM	#22
X-con335i Private Drives: 07 bmw e90 335i Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: San francisco CA Posts: 61 iTrader: (0)	Dont buy after market ds1 bulb cuz i did. Now my headlight is not working cuz i blow my ballast cuz of it. Now dnt knw what im going to do. Buy a ballast or buy a hid kits. Any idea??

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