Angel Eyes and Warranty

TriniJots · 05-23-2010, 02:38 PM

I have searched the forum for about a day now and could not find a clear cut answer to my question.

I am planning on changing the angel eye bulbs of my E92 to the GP Thunder 7500k H8 replacement. Before I go ahead and place the order I would like to know if this simple bulb switch would void my warranty as I still have it intact?

And also do you recommended the GP Thunder bulbs?

Mike@F1 Autohaüs · 05-23-2010, 02:57 PM

If your OEM bulb is not in place then technically your warranty is voided.

The Lux H8 or Angel iBright is a better option if you want something brighter

c_jeong89 · 05-23-2010, 03:13 PM

it is a simple bulb switch for u e92s so it can also be as easy to switch back to OEM if you are worried

Houman21 · 05-23-2010, 09:07 PM

Worst Case scenario (unlikely) - If the bulb destroys the headlight housing, then the dealer may refuse to replace any part of your headlights that were directly damaged because of your after market switch.

However, your drivetrain warranty will not be voided, unless changing the light bulb caused full on car failure. In any event the burden is still on the party making the claim to prove that changing the lighting can damage the fundamental mechanics of the car.

In other words - you should be fine.

TriniJots · 05-24-2010, 12:39 PM

Thanks for all of the input guys.
The Lux H8 and Angel iBright are pretty expensive for just two bulbs, so I think I'll still with the GP Thunder.
As for taking it into the dealer I guess I would just turn my driving lights off via I-Drive.

Simple things like these bulb switches wouldn't throw codes right?

E92-Lighting · 05-24-2010, 12:43 PM

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Originally Posted by TriniJots

Thanks for all of the input guys.
The Lux H8 and Angel iBright are pretty expensive for just two bulbs, so I think I'll still with the GP Thunder.
As for taking it into the dealer I guess I would just turn my driving lights off via I-Drive.

Simple things like these bulb switches wouldn't throw codes right?

Gp Thunders and MTEC's are both error free at 35Watts

c_jeong89 · 05-24-2010, 02:10 PM

there's an hid kit you can try if you want. gp thunders are going to be almost invisible in the daytime as this guy compared the 2.
http://www.e90post.com/forums/showth...pine+angel+eye

smolik · 05-24-2010, 03:39 PM

Had to pay dealer for a new headlight. They took out my headlight and didnt tighten it all the way, put it in the car wash and blew my shit. I had piaa angel eyes. I got in my car at the dealer and the light was on already on.

TriniJots · 05-24-2010, 05:18 PM

My friend had an extra pack of GP Thunders so I put them in today.
Installation wasnt too bad, a little annoying trying to screw the lights back in.
They are not as bright as I thought, especially since I have my headlights tinted, but for $15 and no more ugly stock yellow ill take it.

When I save up a little more I would be looking into brighter ones. The Lux H8 and Angel iBright are highly recommended for brighter?

Later I will upload some pics I took on my phone.

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TriniJots Driver 106 Rep 659 Posts Drives: 2021 M340i Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: South Florida iTrader: (3)	Angel Eyes and Warranty I have searched the forum for about a day now and could not find a clear cut answer to my question. I am planning on changing the angel eye bulbs of my E92 to the GP Thunder 7500k H8 replacement. Before I go ahead and place the order I would like to know if this simple bulb switch would void my warranty as I still have it intact? And also do you recommended the GP Thunder bulbs?
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Mike@F1 Autohaüs Lieutenant Colonel 197 Rep 1,985 Posts Drives: ❤ Join Date: May 2009 Location: f1autohaus.com iTrader: (24)	If your OEM bulb is not in place then technically your warranty is voided. The Lux H8 or Angel iBright is a better option if you want something brighter
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c_jeong89 Banned 93 Rep 2,097 Posts Drives: E90 TiAg Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Irvine/Bay Area iTrader: (16)	it is a simple bulb switch for u e92s so it can also be as easy to switch back to OEM if you are worried
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Houman21 Captain 31 Rep 949 Posts Drives: Nothin right now Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: L.A. iTrader: (0)	Worst Case scenario (unlikely) - If the bulb destroys the headlight housing, then the dealer may refuse to replace any part of your headlights that were directly damaged because of your after market switch. However, your drivetrain warranty will not be voided, unless changing the light bulb caused full on car failure. In any event the burden is still on the party making the claim to prove that changing the lighting can damage the fundamental mechanics of the car. In other words - you should be fine. __________________ 2008 e92 335i Step \| Is Gone - It was fun but not meant to be \| M3 - Cancelled \| 135 Ordered
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TriniJots Driver 106 Rep 659 Posts Drives: 2021 M340i Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: South Florida iTrader: (3)	Thanks for all of the input guys. The Lux H8 and Angel iBright are pretty expensive for just two bulbs, so I think I'll still with the GP Thunder. As for taking it into the dealer I guess I would just turn my driving lights off via I-Drive. Simple things like these bulb switches wouldn't throw codes right?
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c_jeong89 Banned 93 Rep 2,097 Posts Drives: E90 TiAg Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Irvine/Bay Area iTrader: (16)	there's an hid kit you can try if you want. gp thunders are going to be almost invisible in the daytime as this guy compared the 2. http://www.e90post.com/forums/showth...pine+angel+eye
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smolik First Lieutenant 32 Rep 312 Posts Drives: AW F30 335i Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: South Florida iTrader: (0)	Had to pay dealer for a new headlight. They took out my headlight and didnt tighten it all the way, put it in the car wash and blew my shit. I had piaa angel eyes. I got in my car at the dealer and the light was on already on.
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TriniJots Driver 106 Rep 659 Posts Drives: 2021 M340i Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: South Florida iTrader: (3)	My friend had an extra pack of GP Thunders so I put them in today. Installation wasnt too bad, a little annoying trying to screw the lights back in. They are not as bright as I thought, especially since I have my headlights tinted, but for $15 and no more ugly stock yellow ill take it. When I save up a little more I would be looking into brighter ones. The Lux H8 and Angel iBright are highly recommended for brighter? Later I will upload some pics I took on my phone.
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