04-14-2014, 09:41 AM | #1 |
New Member
5
Rep 22
Posts |
2010 X6M Halo Lights
All,
I've read a few threads however I've not been able to locate an exact answer to my question yet. I'm looking to upgrade my halo lights to be a whiter, brighter light, than the current OEM yellow-ish halos. I've read about a few brands, specifically LUX being one. I have a couple questions... 1) Is there any brand that is just simply plug-n-play? 2) What I'm very curious to know is - do these replacement/upgrade bulbs throw bulb errors? 3) Does anyone have experience with LUX? I read somewhere that these bulbs are very hard to tighten into the OEM headlamp assembly, is that true? I've read a couple sites where people talk about the bulb being LED doesn't draw enough and therefore the car thinks the bulb is burnt out. The last thing I want to do is spend $250 on replacement bulbs, just to stare at an error code. Does anyone have any specific experience with this topic? Is there a particular brand anyone suggests that they've personally installed successfully on an X6M with NO error codes? Thanks in advance for all your advice/help! -Shane |
04-14-2014, 01:39 PM | #2 |
Private First Class
40
Rep 170
Posts |
Hi mate and welcome aboard,
The best angel eyes i can recommend to you is the DTEC H8 V7 from here http://www.e92-lighting.com/index.php?p=home They are by far the best lights ive tried even better than the LUX H8 V4 as have no error codes don't flicker and look decent even in sunlight and you can purchase these for about $150 or maybe less if you ask for Derek and tell him a guy from the UK recommended you to him. The are easy to fit and are plug n play im sure you will be satisfied i like them on my X6. Goodluck mate and let us know which way you decide |
Appreciate
0
|
04-14-2014, 01:50 PM | #3 |
New Member
5
Rep 22
Posts |
Thanks! I'll look into those. I want to make sure to find a company that guarantees error-free or full refund. I appreciate that feedback.
How do these compare to LUX? |
Appreciate
0
|
04-14-2014, 02:00 PM | #4 |
New Member
5
Rep 22
Posts |
Here's my conversation with them online - seems to be a very good option....
E92-Lighting Automotive Hi, any questions we can help you with? =) Client Hi, how are you I'm looking at potentially buying an upgrade for my halo lights, but I'm seeing a lot of e9x bulbs on your site and I have a BMW X6M (which I believe is e71) E92-Lighting Automotive hello sure we have it in stock Client Do you have upgrade bulbs available for that model? Can you tell me what it's called, so I can see it on your site? E92-Lighting Automotive yes its called DTEC V7 64W in super white, and its super bright white and error free or we will give you a full refund Client Okay - will the bulb be too hot for my headlight? Could it melt the headlamp? Also - I see when I search for that description, the result are for red and blue angel eyes, how can I get white? E92-Lighting Automotive no its not too hard at all and it wont melt your headlamp, our resistors are superior we also have the 6500k white type Client Can you give me the Product ID# so I can search for it I want the white Something that looks like the new OEM white E92-Lighting Automotive here it is http://www.e92-light…dtec-h8-led-angel-eyes-v7-64w/ this is the url and its error free as well Client Okay - and I can leave my lights in Auto mode, correct? Also - how many bulbs come for $179? Is it all 4 bulbs? E92-Lighting Automotive yes, auto mode is fine or parking light mode, it works in all modes it comes with one pair 2 pieces and it will light up all 4 halo angel eye rings Client Oh okay. Is it simple plug and play? So I literally need to just unplug the old bulb and this one plugs right in? Do I need to install anything other than the bulb? E92-Lighting Automotive correct just a bulb replacement no wire splicing or cutting of wires Client One last question - I read online that the o-ring around the light on aftermarket makes them so tight, it's very hard to screw in the new bulb - do you know about this problem? E92-Lighting Automotive we dont have this problem since our O rubber ring is the same as BMW other companies do have this problem however Client Okay - great! how long will it take to arrive? E92-Lighting Automotive it will take about 3-4 business days for delivery to you Client okay, I will place the order. Thank you very much for all this information. |
Appreciate
0
|
04-14-2014, 02:01 PM | #5 |
Private First Class
40
Rep 170
Posts |
The main difference is that theres no error codes what so ever which you sometimes get with LUX, no flickering and remain full brightness in all light modes also quality wise there abit better too made with better electronics and heat sink! Theres a newer version come out called the V9 as to my V7 but ive spoken to Derek and soon the v10 version will be out which will be awesome.
|
Appreciate
0
|
04-14-2014, 02:18 PM | #6 |
New Member
5
Rep 22
Posts |
Thanks again! I asked the sales person about V9 and V10, but he said V7 will suffice and that most customers are happier with V7 - they have the best reviews. So I ordered the V7. Would you say they are bright enough during the day time? Do you have any photos?
|
Appreciate
0
|
04-14-2014, 03:23 PM | #7 |
Private First Class
40
Rep 170
Posts |
I haven't got any pics atm but I'll try post some soon if get time but trust me there enough bright in daytime for an aftermarket LED angel eyes set you wont be dissapointed!
Last edited by UltimateManga; 04-14-2014 at 03:42 PM.. |
Appreciate
0
|
04-14-2014, 05:38 PM | #8 | |
Enlisted Member
4
Rep 36
Posts |
Quote:
Thanks
__________________
2010 BMW X6 35d | Alpine White | Black Nevada | 21" Ferric Grey Style 215 Wheels | Colour Coded | Media | Dynamic
Done: 2014 Map Update To Do: Lux Angels | LCI Tails | Remove Running Boards | Remove Roof Rails | Reverse Camera Retrofit | Spare Wheel Retrofit |
|
Appreciate
0
|
04-14-2014, 09:36 PM | #9 |
Private First Class
40
Rep 170
Posts |
|
Appreciate
0
|
04-16-2014, 12:18 PM | #11 | |
469
Rep 4,938
Posts |
Quote:
We also just checked their website and saw how they are bashing us on their site. very unprofessional for any company to do that
__________________
|
|
Appreciate
0
|
04-19-2014, 09:37 AM | #13 |
Colonel
654
Rep 2,707
Posts |
if you try to change oem bulb to oem bulb on an x6 you will see there is little space for hands while you do it. lux are not any more difficult to change compared to oem. have gone full led now, but for price/quality/service was very happy with lux. i even managed to sell lux just before i traded in the x6.
|
Appreciate
0
|
04-20-2014, 09:40 AM | #14 |
New Member
5
Rep 22
Posts |
I got the bulbs from E92-Lighting Automotive. I don't think they are bright enough. The inner halos are at least double the brightness of the outer halos (maybe more than double). I don't think they're bright enough. I emailed them asking how to return them - no response
|
Appreciate
0
|
04-21-2014, 09:07 PM | #16 | |
Private First Class
40
Rep 170
Posts |
Quote:
|
|
Appreciate
0
|
04-23-2014, 07:25 AM | #17 |
New Member
5
Rep 22
Posts |
|
Appreciate
0
|
04-23-2014, 02:08 PM | #18 | |
Major
254
Rep 1,391
Posts |
Quote:
As Maga already mentioned, the optics on all BMW before 2011 is the problem not the LED bulbs themselves. It's a single light source, which is the LED bulb iluminating on two plastic rods (which is the termination of two rings, the size and placement of these plastic rods prevent the same brightness on inner and outer rings). It's what it is, BMW never paid attention on these until Audi, Benz, RR start playing with LED park light and make them some sort imporatnt feature. My 2011 335 has built in LED bulbs for angel-eyes, very nice bright and even brightness, same as F10 BMW 5-series. |
|
Appreciate
0
|
04-26-2014, 02:14 PM | #20 |
Private First Class
40
Rep 170
Posts |
Its one bulb per side that does both rings and like I said before due to the light design the outer ring will always look dimmer from close up or side view bit the only way you will get an even look is to stand about 20 feet away and directly view the lights you will see good results.
|
Appreciate
0
|
Post Reply |
Bookmarks |
Tags |
halo, headlights, x6m |
|
|