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Old 11-15-10, 06:03 PM
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Default Preferred HID Kit

It's been covered, and I even came across a post a month or so ago, but can't find it, so I'm sorry for the redundancy...

What is the preferred aftermarket HID kit? I've got a '99 GS3 w/ halogen bulbs... bulb actually, as the drivers side bulb is out. I don't want to go in and replace w/ another halogen, because I had planned to go HID when this happened... well. here. i. am.

all info is appreciated!

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I have a DDM Tuning 35W 6000k HID kit and love it! Here's the link: http://www.ddmtuning.com/Products/DD...ast-35W-or-55W
Old 11-16-10, 10:28 AM
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same here im using ddm for over 6 month no issue 6000k(3 month) on the headlight an 3000k for the fog light(6month)
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DDM is the way to go, there kits are small and strong, and look great.
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I've used Pilot HID's with no issues or complaints. I've installed the 8000K HIDs into the Low Beams and Fog Lights on my GS about 6 years ago, and I haven't had any issues with them at all...yet. I just put them into my GX last week and have full confidence that they will last 6+ years in that as well. The website is www.pilothid.com
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im intrested in tryin out this ddm kit , really is it only $35, for the whole hid kit???! Someone please confirm ill buy NOW !!
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^^^^^same info please.
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Originally Posted by $ergios300
im intrested in tryin out this ddm kit , really is it only $35, for the whole hid kit???! Someone please confirm ill buy NOW !!

Originally Posted by prime813
^^^^^same info please.
had u guys clicked on the link in post # 2 u would see they are....SORTA added features cost more.

i was fixing to order a set until i saw these and didnt know if i needed the hid harness dual in dual out which is a $15 option

googled it and found info on SMD

POST #7

http://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/boa...l-out-harness/

Im interested in this kit due to this "draws less than 6 amps at start up"

im tired of both mine not coming on and i cant get a relay harness to work right so im getting a bigger underhood battery (no not for this reason) and if that doesnt fix it, then i will get a set of these and try them
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I would check out XenonDepot, our vendor here has some slim ballast made in Japan. Well worth it.
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Originally Posted by sakataj
had u guys clicked on the link in post # 2 u would see they are....SORTA added features cost more.

i was fixing to order a set until i saw these and didnt know if i needed the hid harness dual in dual out which is a $15 option

googled it and found info on SMD

POST #7

http://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/boa...l-out-harness/

Im interested in this kit due to this "draws less than 6 amps at start up"

im tired of both mine not coming on and i cant get a relay harness to work right so im getting a bigger underhood battery (no not for this reason) and if that doesnt fix it, then i will get a set of these and try them
Looks like a deal to me, giving them a shot... I was holding off about placing the order when I saw the extra options (dual in/out ect....) as well , thanks pimp
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Originally Posted by $ergios300
Looks like a deal to me, giving them a shot... I was holding off about placing the order when I saw the extra options (dual in/out ect....) as well , thanks pimp
here's a better description of what the wiring harness should do, click on where it says specs..

http://www.ddmtuning.com/Products/HI...Wiring-Harness


i just bought a set and the wiring harness and im hoping it rids me of my starting issue with my 3k fogs,wish me luck

Subtotal: $47.50
Tax: $0.00
Shipping: $11.88
Order Total: $59.38


THEY DO offer free pickup though in parts of CA
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Originally Posted by $ergios300
im intrested in tryin out this ddm kit , really is it only $35, for the whole hid kit???! Someone please confirm ill buy NOW !!
Originally Posted by prime813
^^^^^same info please.
Yep. Only $35. Mine came to $46.48 shipped.
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Originally Posted by Lexlthr
I have a DDM Tuning 35W 6000k HID kit and love it! Here's the link: http://www.ddmtuning.com/Products/DD...ast-35W-or-55W
Hows the quality of the light, and how long have you had them? any problems?
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Originally Posted by GS4_Fiend
I would check out XenonDepot, our vendor here has some slim ballast made in Japan. Well worth it.
are you positive it's made in japan? if it doesn't say "made in japan", it's not made in japan.


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