LUX H8 or AiB

dave909n · 01-09-2010, 01:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cgtsx07

is this when you unlock/lock the doors or is this when you start the car?

If I leave the lights on Auto, they flicker about 7-8 times each when I unlock the door (just tried it), and after about 15 seconds they will fade & flicker off. If they turn off I and start the car with the DRL turned off, they flicker again 16 times each. Obviously if I have my DRL turned on, they won't flicker as the lights will come on immediatly, but I really hate driving around with the DRL as it looks really cheesy.

IMO, the LUX are only good on my car at night when I have the headlights on with the corner delete mod. However, it still doesn't look perfect since the LUX is more blue looking than the stock headlights and stand out. These are my personal opinions so don't get all offended when I dislike a product like this.

If the AiB will drop in price, I'll get rid of my LUX and use those since they look more white (matches the oem headlights... I've seen them in person, side by side with my car).

Sparky66 · 01-09-2010, 06:40 PM

Do the AIB's flicker??

tom @ eas · 01-11-2010, 03:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sparky66

Do the AIB's flicker??

Only for a brief moment when AUTO & DRL is enabled, this is a result of the BulbCheck system giving small pulses verifying bulb integrity.

42o · 05-31-2010, 03:14 PM

HID AE's IMO , i had both lux and AiB and nothing compares to HID AE's

Ofmalik · 06-01-2010, 01:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 42o

HID AE's IMO , i had both lux and AiB and nothing compares to HID AE's

The Camaross and Alpine kits are great, especially for the price. I've seen a few in person and think they're almost too bright sometimes haha.. and with HID's you're no longer talking PnP

Just to update this thread: I ended up going with LUX H8s -- love every bit of 'em asides from the new wiring due to the recall

Alex@Alpine · 06-02-2010, 03:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ofmalik

The Camaross and Alpine kits are great, especially for the price. I've seen a few in person and think they're almost too bright sometimes haha.. and with HID's you're no longer talking PnP

Just to update this thread: I ended up going with LUX H8s -- love every bit of 'em asides from the new wiring due to the recall

If your willing to spend the extra 20min on the install, this could be your last stop as far as angel eyes go, your choice of color, and you can change the color at will...

tom @ eas · 06-02-2010, 01:36 PM

Since the OP specifically requested info on the LED kits, here is surface temp readings of the LED, HID and stock lightsources used for Angel Eyes:

Pictured are AngeliBirght (left), HID (center) and Halogen (right), things obviously change when installed in a sealed headlamp.

LEDs will always run the coolest out of the three, with HID temps running the highest.

Ofmalik · 06-03-2010, 01:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tom @ eas

Pictured are AngeliBirght (left), HID (center) and Halogen (right), things obviously change when installed in a sealed headlamp.

LEDs will always run the coolest out of the three, with HID temps running the highest.

Why am I not surprised haha.. just out of curiosity, what HID kit was used in the test Tom?

tom @ eas · 06-03-2010, 12:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ofmalik

Why am I not surprised haha.. just out of curiosity, what HID kit was used in the test Tom?

a 35W DDM Digital Ballast was used.

zesus-3 · 06-03-2010, 03:40 PM

Ok so you guys are saying that the LUX flicker, and do not fade in and out with the courtesy lights or the DRL's on?????? Also when are the updated LUX's coming out????????

Silvercoupe · 06-03-2010, 05:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by zesus-3

Ok so you guys are saying that the LUX flicker, and do not fade in and out with the courtesy lights or the DRL's on?????? Also when are the updated LUX's coming out????????

I believe it's already out , I place my order today it's 5 dollar more then the original price . Can't wait to get them in my mail

!!!

Iglos · 09-20-2010, 12:22 PM

I just installed Lux 8 on my 2009 AW E90. They look good but I was expecting them to be a bit more bright though. In direct sunlight they are not that noticeable... for $225 it works well and it does look way better that the amber OEM. No flicker and no error massage so far... when I save some money I will probably go OSS.

ChaneRZ · 09-20-2010, 01:17 PM

I like my AIB.

rummy · 09-20-2010, 01:22 PM

I'm not rich or sex enough for OSS, either.

So, I got the next best thing Lux H8.

Check here for pictures.

http://www.e90post.com/forums/showth...=335303&page=7

Brey335i · 09-20-2010, 01:54 PM

I've seen the AiB in person and think they're pure sex. I like how they look like the new oem headlights on the e92 LCI... never seen a LUX in person so can't comment on them

Ofmalik · 09-22-2010, 02:28 PM

Bringing back a very old thread haha, I ended up going with the LUX kit. Easily one of the best PNP options out there.

veg3ta21 · 09-22-2010, 06:34 PM

Do both of these have about the same install? Or is one more difficult than the other? Also, do both have parts sitting outside the headlamp? Can't decide which one to get lol... Thanks in advance.

EAS · 09-23-2010, 12:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by veg3ta21

Do both of these have about the same install? Or is one more difficult than the other? Also, do both have parts sitting outside the headlamp? Can't decide which one to get lol... Thanks in advance.

The AngeliBright are very straightforward and simple to install, and all the parts sits inside the headlamp. Let me know if you'd be interested in a set

Xaero · 09-23-2010, 08:13 PM

I am happy with my AiBs..

xquizitdjx · 09-23-2010, 08:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mike@F1 Autohaüs

Lux H8 is the most popular choice. AiB are good as well. OSS Designs is another good option if your budget is allowable

The worst part is the wait for the OSS Designs are the wait. I am on the list and waiting for a install date. Its killing me.......

m-technik · 09-23-2010, 10:16 PM

Anyone know the color temp of both the LUX and AiB?

Correct me if im wrong, but from the various photos posted, AiB tend to be more white in color, closer matching the OEM HIDs, which is the look im going for. LUX H8 seem to look more bluish.

Edit: AiB = 5500K-6000K LUX H8 = 6500K

Ofmalik · 09-23-2010, 10:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by xquizitdjx

The worst part is the wait for the OSS Designs are the wait. I am on the list and waiting for a install date. Its killing me.......

+11239 and I know there are several others who feel the same

01-09-2010, 06:40 PM	#46
Sparky66 Major 58 Rep 1,230 Posts Drives: 335 E92 Coupe. Jet Black. Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Sydney, Australia iTrader: (0)	Do the AIB's flicker??
	Appreciate 0 Quote

05-31-2010, 03:14 PM	#48
42o Кцšh ПighтмаязS. . . 36 Rep 679 Posts Drives: Matte E92 Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: L.д. iTrader: (4) Garage List 2008 335i [0.00]	HID AE's IMO , i had both lux and AiB and nothing compares to HID AE's __________________ *" NO Candy Paint Baby Just Matte Black* ,Tint's real Dark , eye's real low pass by slow Super hydro SOUR "**
	Appreciate 0 Quote

06-02-2010, 01:36 PM	#51
tom @ eas General 8105 Rep 18,794 Posts Drives: BMW Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Anaheim, CA iTrader: (19) Garage List 2018 BMW i3s [0.00] 2010 BMW M3 [6.50] 2015 BMW M4 [5.25]	Since the OP specifically requested info on the LED kits, here is surface temp readings of the LED, HID and stock lightsources used for Angel Eyes: Pictured are AngeliBirght (left), HID (center) and Halogen (right), things obviously change when installed in a sealed headlamp. LEDs will always run the coolest out of the three, with HID temps running the highest. __________________ Tom G. \| european auto source (eas) email: tom@europeanautosource.com · web: https://europeanautosource.com· tel 866.669.0705 · ca: 714.369.8524 x22 GET DAILY UPDATES ON OUR BLOG · FACEBOOK · YOUTUBE · FLICKR · INSTAGRAM
	Appreciate 0 Quote

06-03-2010, 03:40 PM	#54
zesus-3 Second Lieutenant 9 Rep 247 Posts Drives: 07 335i Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: New Jersey iTrader: (1)	Ok so you guys are saying that the LUX flicker, and do not fade in and out with the courtesy lights or the DRL's on?????? Also when are the updated LUX's coming out????????
	Appreciate 0 Quote

09-20-2010, 12:22 PM	#56
Iglos Private 1 Rep 56 Posts Drives: 2014 Carbon Black X5 Msport Join Date: May 2010 Location: So Cal iTrader: (0)	I just installed Lux 8 on my 2009 AW E90. They look good but I was expecting them to be a bit more bright though. In direct sunlight they are not that noticeable... for $225 it works well and it does look way better that the amber OEM. No flicker and no error massage so far... when I save some money I will probably go OSS.
	Appreciate 0 Quote

09-20-2010, 01:17 PM	#57
ChaneRZ If You Aint First, You're last !!! 81 Rep 2,509 Posts Drives: 08 BMW 335i, 01 Honda Prelude Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: California iTrader: (0)	I like my AIB. __________________ 08 BMW BSM 335i 6MT (Sports, Premium, NAV, PDC, AS, IPOD, HD Radio, Rear Sunshade, OEM Alarm) Angel iBright V3, Luminics Fog Bulb, Turbo Tuner, K&N Drop in Filter, Dinan Exhaust, Dinan Pedals, Vorsteiner CF Front Lip, and CF Rear Diffuser. Ordered:08/25/07 Started: 09/09/07 Finished: 09/14/07 On Ship: 09/15/07 Arrived: 10/08/07 Delivered: 10/10/07
	Appreciate 0 Quote

09-20-2010, 01:22 PM	#58
rummy stoked 6 Rep 175 Posts Drives: '07 E92 Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: West Dundee, IL iTrader: (2)	I'm not rich or sex enough for OSS, either. So, I got the next best thing Lux H8. Check here for pictures. http://www.e90post.com/forums/showth...=335303&page=7
	Appreciate 0 Quote

09-20-2010, 01:54 PM	#59
Brey335i Banned 112 Rep 4,771 Posts Drives: e46 ///M3 Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Austin, TX iTrader: (11)	I've seen the AiB in person and think they're pure sex. I like how they look like the new oem headlights on the e92 LCI... never seen a LUX in person so can't comment on them
	Appreciate 0 Quote

09-22-2010, 02:28 PM	#60
Ofmalik Major 151 Rep 1,430 Posts Drives: 335is Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Bay Area, California iTrader: (43)	Bringing back a very old thread haha, I ended up going with the LUX kit. Easily one of the best PNP options out there. __________________ Omar
	Appreciate 0 Quote

09-22-2010, 06:34 PM	#61
veg3ta21 Enlisted Member 0 Rep 36 Posts Drives: 2007 335i Coupe Monaco Blue Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: San Jose, CA iTrader: (1)	Do both of these have about the same install? Or is one more difficult than the other? Also, do both have parts sitting outside the headlamp? Can't decide which one to get lol... Thanks in advance.
	Appreciate 0 Quote

09-23-2010, 08:13 PM	#63
Xaero Private First Class 9 Rep 184 Posts Drives: Black 335i e92 Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Louisiana iTrader: (0)	I am happy with my AiBs.. __________________ 2009 e92 335i 6spd :: Black Sapphire Metallic :: Coral Red :: Work Gnosis GS4 Wheels (20x8.5+32/20x9.5+35) :: Bronze Rays Lug Nuts :: AngeliBright v3 :: PROcede v4 :: Injen DCI :: Clutch Stop :: B&G S2 Sport Springs :: Matte Black Kidney Grilles :: Tinted Taillights :: Escort Passport 9500ix :: Samsung S1 160GB HDD
	Appreciate 0 Quote

09-23-2010, 10:16 PM	#65
m-technik Captain 36 Rep 797 Posts Drives: E92 335, E36 Ti, Porsche 986 Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Vancouver, BC Canada iTrader: (0)	Anyone know the color temp of both the LUX and AiB? Correct me if im wrong, but from the various photos posted, AiB tend to be more white in color, closer matching the OEM HIDs, which is the look im going for. LUX H8 seem to look more bluish. Edit: AiB = 5500K-6000K LUX H8 = 6500K __________________ Monaco Blue E92 335 - i-Forged Senekas, KW V2 Coilovers, OEM Bmw Aero lip, AFE DCI, LUX H8 Sublime Green Dodge Challenger 392 w/hellcat package. KW Coilovers, Speedlogix CAI Jet Black E36 Ti - E36 M3 drivetrain, Full M-Tech, H&R Coilovers, 3.73 LSD, M-Clubsport interior and much more...
	Appreciate 0 Quote

Thread Tools	Search this Thread
Show Printable Version Email this Page	Search this Thread: Advanced Search