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Old 01-19-05, 07:32 PM
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Question Fitting HID bulb into H3 socket

I want to fit HID D2 base bulb into H3 socket, but because the H3 bulb is shorter than HID bulb it hits the fog light bulb shield. So I think I should do either :
- use washer as spacer between the bulb base and the socket
- remove the shield

What is better ? and if I am going to remove shield how it will affect the light pattern and output? Better or worst!!

And if anyone removed the shield, how to do it? I know there is a screw but don't know how to reach it (open the fog light assembly).

Any suggestions, Thanks.
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Old 01-19-05, 09:04 PM
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i think removing the shield will cause tons of glare since light will be going everywhere instead of forced tot he back of the housing for some control.
Old 01-20-05, 02:51 PM
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In case I want to modify the shield to improve the light pattern or retrofitting a projector, how to open the fog light assembly?
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if i have to guess, i would say put the fog in the oven for couple of mins and then pry open the lens. afterwards you will have to carefully reseal them of course
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I noticed there are holes in the fog assembly where the front glass fits. I tried to pry open it but couldn't remove it, I think it is sealed. I will try to put it in the oven, but first i will see how much the fog assembly cost.. may be I'll get new set specially if going to retrofit a projector there!!
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sounds like a plan. you can probably pm pandags430 or rmmgs4 to see how hot the oven should be and for how long. you don't wanna bake it for 1 hour to come back and see it all melted
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Thanks rominl.
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