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Old Jan 13, 2009 | 07:55 PM
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How hard is it to switch from the new 08's to the 05-07's? Is it plug and play or is there some wiring involved? Is there a guide anywhere?
Old Jan 13, 2009 | 08:02 PM
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why would you?
Old Jan 13, 2009 | 08:06 PM
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I dont like the look of the 08 lights i like the 05-07s alot better plus i can fit angel eyes with the 05-07's too!
Old Jan 13, 2009 | 08:07 PM
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Originally Posted by Slevin-tC
I dont like the look of the 08 lights i like the 05-07s alot better plus i can fit angel eyes with the 05-07's too!
yeah, thats cool. Ill swap mine with you. Almost brand new. PM me!
Old Jan 13, 2009 | 08:09 PM
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Passenger side is cracked that the main reason im trying to switch them out!
Old Jan 13, 2009 | 08:49 PM
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Can anyone offer any help??
Old Jan 13, 2009 | 09:10 PM
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i believe it fits right on. are you going to sell the one thats not cracked?
Old Jan 13, 2009 | 09:18 PM
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all you need to do is adapt the harness for the low beam to accept the proper 9006 bulb. you can either buy pair of adaptors, or cut and splice on the right harness for it.
Old Jan 13, 2009 | 09:18 PM
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You'll need a different harness for the main lights. Every other bulb plugs right in; parking, blinker, daytime, highs...
Old Jan 13, 2009 | 09:24 PM
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Originally Posted by NONAGONx47
why would you?
Because many people do not like the 08 headlights, or dont like them as much as the earlier models. The projectors look is ok... but having to put the big bubble in them kind of ruined it for many.
Old Jan 13, 2009 | 09:30 PM
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Hey I did the exact opposite switch and it was a piece of cake, I already had an HID kit on the car and just switched bulbs, with standard bulbs like everyone else said either splice or buy an adapter.
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Thank you engifineer for explaining that to him haha... does anyone know where i can get the adaptors from?
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Did I mention I have a set of headlights off my 06 just sitting there in storage...hmmm
Old Jan 13, 2009 | 09:33 PM
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How much for the pair i might have a set already buy if you give me a better deal we might be able to work something out!
Old Jan 13, 2009 | 09:35 PM
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Anyone have a link for the adaptor?!
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I've done this. The headlights fit no problem, only bulb that is different is the lowbeam.

There are no H11 to 9006 adapters, so you will have to cut the H11's off and splice the 9006's on there. It's really easy, make sure you solder and shrink tube though.
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