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      08-02-2010, 03:52 PM   #1
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e92 cornerning lights

I got some nice clear 6k bulbs for my 09 e92. However, I am still looking for some nice bulbs/mod that will closely match it. As of now, my headlights are white with a hue of blue, and my cornering light (everytime i turn or signal) is white yellowish. Definitely not as cool as the headlight.

By the way, can u guys also recommend me some side marker lights?? I'm looking for something that's white and if possible, flush against the car. Also, can I change the rear signal bulb to red? Does it require a resistor? And have we got any info on the front signal lights? I really hate the amber...
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      08-02-2010, 04:07 PM   #2
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Any superwhite / hyperwhite/ HID-look / blueish-white bulb in the cornering lamp won't match the output of a regular halogen bulb unless you go up in wattage. Since the cornering bulb usually isn't turned on for a significant period of time, you might not encounter heat issues with a 75W or 100W filament, but the on/off nature of that bulb will make short work of an overwatt bulb.

I wanted better output and did the most sensible thing by buying a pair of German-spec Narva Range Power H3 bulbs for the cornering lamps. The color temperature doesn't match that of the HID lenses, but the lights are only activated when turning and I appreciate the brighter output without having to worry about popping a bulb every 3-6 months.


This is probably the best concession you can make for color temperature/intensity without going to an overwatt PIAA:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll...m=220310152230

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      08-02-2010, 04:21 PM   #3
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For the front turn signals you can go with the PSY24W led bulbs:


You can go with the UHP leds in in the sides (white) and red for the rear turn signals no prob. The rears will require a Load EQ kit or you can use independent software coding to clear the error message affiliated with LEDs.



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your cornering lights are H3 55W
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      08-03-2010, 08:45 AM   #5
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For the front turn signals you can go with the PSY24W led bulbs:


You can go with the UHP leds in in the sides (white) and red for the rear turn signals no prob. The rears will require a Load EQ kit or you can use independent software coding to clear the error message affiliated with LEDs.



Sounds great, I'll check it out after I get off work. Websense blocked access to the picture you linked. Do you guys carry the PSY24W led bulbs as well as the white UHP LED side markers?
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