Xenon Depot - 4300K Xtreme HID - Install w/Pics (no 56k)
10-26-07, 10:20 AM
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Just want to say for anyone debating about going with xenondepot I highly recommend it I chose not to and to got em off of fleabay and so far I have had to replace 2 bulbs. I ordered 4 sets 2 h11's and 2 h3's as for 2 vehicles and the color temp on each is diffrent all though they are all supposed to be 8000k. I had problems in the beginning as they came with no relays and will not install without relays and called Steve to ask a general question as the person I got them from lied to me even after Steve knew I did not get the kits from him and I was not going to be buying anything at that time if I did not need to he went out of his way to understand the problem and attempt to fix it even emailed me pictures of what it would look like.
So all in all I have had the kits for 2 months and spent approximately $225.00 per kit now with fuse relays and replacement parts which are supposedly under warranty (only problem with warranty is company has to respond).
I will not make that mistake again.
To sum it up Steve and the quality of the product makes it worth the price.
So all in all I have had the kits for 2 months and spent approximately $225.00 per kit now with fuse relays and replacement parts which are supposedly under warranty (only problem with warranty is company has to respond).
I will not make that mistake again.
To sum it up Steve and the quality of the product makes it worth the price.
Last edited by NexVision; 10-26-07 at 10:23 AM.
10-26-07, 10:25 AM
#32
Lexus Test Driver
Steve,
Is there a discount code for Club Lexus members? Also, I remember a while back, you had a free shipping promotion, are you going to have another one again soon?
Thanks
Is there a discount code for Club Lexus members? Also, I remember a while back, you had a free shipping promotion, are you going to have another one again soon?
Thanks
Hid Kit
10-27-07, 07:33 AM
#36
10-28-07, 02:22 PM
#37
Hi chocolee
Your vehicle uses an H11 bulb for the low beams meaning that you would need to order an h11 HID Conversion kit.
Please email me at info@xenondepot.com and I will be glad to help you out.
Steve
Your vehicle uses an H11 bulb for the low beams meaning that you would need to order an h11 HID Conversion kit.
Please email me at info@xenondepot.com and I will be glad to help you out.
Steve
11-04-07, 07:33 AM
#38
Lead Lap
Steve-
Got my 5K kit this week and installed yesterday. WOW!
Install took a little over 1 hour while taking my time and all looks good! As a precaution, I
aimed my lights down a bit since there is such a dramatic increase in light output.
I'll probably re-raise a bit soon but for the first night run I was highly impressed
w/ the difference. Instructions didn't really have any tips on bulb break-in. On first ignite,
they were dull (to be expected) and seem to been getting to full brightness quicker each time.
Any suggestions/tips/recommendations?
Admittedly, I tend to be a bit more 'neat' (**** as others may call it
) when in comes to
installing aftermarket items. But, for some constructive criticism....
Since you make these kits to fit many applications and configurations it's undoubtedly tough
to have "one size fits all". Between the relay, ballast and ignitors, there is plenty
of wire. However, the fused power lead to connect to the battery is a tad tight/short -
especially on a vehicle as big as our GXs when coming from the passenger side.
I put my passenger side relay on the fender wall using the existing ground bolt.
My goal was to route passenger side lead with the driver side (especially since the
fuse capsules are linkable - nice touch BTW) and take it around back of battery.
This way, the fuses would be next to each other and the lines could be zip-tied
together w/ the battery's cables. Unfortunately, my kit did not have enough lead so
I have the passenger side crossing over top the battery. A little disappointing
.
Looks like tyoung88 had same issue in his kit based on his picture....
All in all though.... kit looks good and so far.... 2
very impressed w/ the results.
Thanks!
Got my 5K kit this week and installed yesterday. WOW!
Install took a little over 1 hour while taking my time and all looks good! As a precaution, I
aimed my lights down a bit since there is such a dramatic increase in light output.
I'll probably re-raise a bit soon but for the first night run I was highly impressed
w/ the difference. Instructions didn't really have any tips on bulb break-in. On first ignite,
they were dull (to be expected) and seem to been getting to full brightness quicker each time.
Any suggestions/tips/recommendations?
Admittedly, I tend to be a bit more 'neat' (**** as others may call it
) when in comes to installing aftermarket items. But, for some constructive criticism....
Since you make these kits to fit many applications and configurations it's undoubtedly tough
to have "one size fits all". Between the relay, ballast and ignitors, there is plenty
of wire. However, the fused power lead to connect to the battery is a tad tight/short -
especially on a vehicle as big as our GXs when coming from the passenger side.
I put my passenger side relay on the fender wall using the existing ground bolt.
My goal was to route passenger side lead with the driver side (especially since the
fuse capsules are linkable - nice touch BTW) and take it around back of battery.
This way, the fuses would be next to each other and the lines could be zip-tied
together w/ the battery's cables. Unfortunately, my kit did not have enough lead so
I have the passenger side crossing over top the battery. A little disappointing
. Looks like tyoung88 had same issue in his kit based on his picture....
All in all though.... kit looks good and so far.... 2
very impressed w/ the results.
Thanks!
11-05-07, 05:19 AM
#39
Thank you so much for taking the time to post this. I do appreciate the constructive criticism. You are 100% right. With so many makes and types of vehicles its hard to make a one size fits all. However, I will pass on your suggestions and see about getting a little more slack.
Glad to hear you are satisfied with the product though =)
Enjoy!
Steve
Glad to hear you are satisfied with the product though =)
Enjoy!
Steve
11-08-07, 08:52 AM
#40
Installed mine last night in about 2.5 hours. Hardest part was deciding where to drill holes and where to zip tie the cables. Very nice job. Appriciate the prior posts with pics. I also had problems with the connection the the green plug. One side poped out when pushing on it. The other side the internal pins folded and did not make a connection. Other than that it looks OEM. Nice bright white light like my old X5 and wife's RX.
A must have mod IMO.
I also upgraded fogs and highbeams to S Silverstars to match the white color. Otherwise they look so yellow compared to the HIDS!
A must have mod IMO.
I also upgraded fogs and highbeams to S Silverstars to match the white color. Otherwise they look so yellow compared to the HIDS!
11-26-07, 12:41 PM
#42
Glad to hear it!
you can install the 9005 kit for the high beams however the only thing to consider when upgrading your high beams are:
1) HIDs do take a second to fully ignite and reach their desired light output. In situations where you need to flash someone your HID hid high beams will not be very functional.
2) It is strenuous on the components to have them turned on/off repeatedly ie: flashing people.
Steve
you can install the 9005 kit for the high beams however the only thing to consider when upgrading your high beams are:
1) HIDs do take a second to fully ignite and reach their desired light output. In situations where you need to flash someone your HID hid high beams will not be very functional.
2) It is strenuous on the components to have them turned on/off repeatedly ie: flashing people.
Steve
12-11-07, 06:59 AM
#45
