I want to upgrade the stock headlamps on my 1996 Z3. The lenses have somehow escaped fogging (regular polishing and cleaning helps, I guess) and I like the beam patterns much better than newer cars I've driven. I'd consider HIR but I don't think the lamp holders have the requisite scatter shield. Seems the alternatives are far fewer than with H1 and H4. I'm considering:
Also, is it possible to safely replace the 9005 with an HIR1 in the high beam while using 9006 in the lows? I'm driving 2000 miles cross country in a few weeks and want to upgrade before I roll. I'm open to advice and trust the voices here, far more than most of the opinions on the web.
Doug
- Vosla +100 "Super bright light"
- Osram Night Breaker Plus "Unlimited" (not thrilled with the blue bands on the bulb periphery)
- Philips "X-treme Vision"
- GE Nighthawk "Sport" or "Platinum" (are these just the same bulb with varying degrees of blue tint?)
Also, is it possible to safely replace the 9005 with an HIR1 in the high beam while using 9006 in the lows? I'm driving 2000 miles cross country in a few weeks and want to upgrade before I roll. I'm open to advice and trust the voices here, far more than most of the opinions on the web.
Doug
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