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Old Oct 30, 2007 | 02:23 AM
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hey im looking into getting hids for my 08 xb but i dont really know what to get. what size is the best and how many ks do i get for the best light. what kit is the best? thanks for the help.
Old Oct 30, 2007 | 02:44 AM
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check out mobilehid.com
the bulb is an H11
color all depends on what you want
if you want the most light output go with 4300k (its a warm white)
I got 5000k (crystal white)
6000k has a tint of blue
8000k blue
12000k purple

the higher you go after 4300k the less lumens (i dont even know what lumens are, i just know its something like light output, haha)
Old Oct 30, 2007 | 03:27 AM
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Good answers Whispaz.
For reference, OEM manufacturers only use 4100K, 4300K and then you have the Philips Ultinon marketed at 6000K but it's actually 5800K. I like my lighting, 4300K it is for me.
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Old Oct 30, 2007 | 06:51 PM
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good thing about mobilehids kits are that they have a fuse.
and the price has actually dropped to $140 shipped now
Old Oct 31, 2007 | 02:09 AM
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great
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cool, then go with that if you want.
MobileHID has really good customer service... I just trust them more
Old Nov 7, 2007 | 11:25 PM
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i second that! cliff at mobilehid answered all my questions promptly and fully! not the one-liners that most ebayers give!!
Old Nov 7, 2007 | 11:47 PM
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www.mobilehid.com
Old Nov 8, 2007 | 06:37 AM
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Cliff at mobile HID is a GOD . No but seriously, i work in the e-commerce world and this guy has it down good. I ordered on Monday morning, and the got unit on wed. Which is today, and i already got them bad boys in. 6000k of goodness
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I got mine from 3BSpec here https://www.scionlife.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=157333

Its an awesome kit! Fuses, relay, harness and all you need and its really easy to install. I got 10000k Runs off the battery too and is also waterproof! Definitly worth it for $130 shipped overnight.
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sorry to hear about your bad experience. its the first time i've heard someone who wasnt satisfied.
Search MobileHID though and read peoples experiences. most find his customer service to be excellent
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Old Nov 9, 2007 | 01:56 AM
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Then why wasn't your deleted? In all fairness it's not a conspiracy against you, you had a bad dealing with him, that sucks, but most folks have been happy. Did he not try to rectify it? He's built a reputation for a reason.
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Hey guys-

I just found this thread and just wanted to chime in here regarding mnscionxb's relay. I was under the impression that I sent out another relay. I have a shipping receipt for it but I guess it never got to you. Sorry for that bud.

To make things right for you, the next time you check out your paypal account, you'll notice I went ahead and kicked back 22 bucks to cover the relay.

Thanks.

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Old Nov 10, 2007 | 02:09 AM
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Well that was easy! Great guy up there Cliff!

And no offense to the eBay HIDS, but when new, quality HID bulbs are more expensive than their entire kit, makes you question some things.

Go for something proven and has a lot more positive experience than any ebay kit (oh and btw positive ratings on ebay are just as easy to fake)...

Go with MobileHid or ModsExpress... no questions asked. You will end up with the best kit possible.
Old Nov 10, 2007 | 02:16 AM
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thanks for the props man...

by the way- for those of you who are checking out the eBay kits and considering Operatic's kits, you can save yourself about $50 if you buy the same kit from this guy for $80 shipped.

http://motors.search.ebay.com/_W0QQsassZurcarparts
Old Nov 10, 2007 | 02:17 AM
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Originally Posted by cliffud
thanks for the props man...

by the way- for those of you who are checking out the eBay kits and considering Operatic's kits, you can save yourself about $50 if you buy the same kit from this guy for $80 shipped.

http://motors.search.ebay.com/_W0QQsassZurcarparts
just hoping I dont see the same deal with ModsExpress! That would be brutal!
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Haha - yeah seriously.

The funny part is that Operatic and the eBay seller are using the same image...

Actual Auction...

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/HID-C...ayphotohosting






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