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Old 05-07-09, 02:46 PM
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Originally Posted by BorIS350
ELL_Y pretty much explained it. But yes, the return wire should be on it's side like that. Where the glass of the bulb is facing forward (towards the projector lens). And the wire will be facing the rear of the car anyways.

That's weird because the return wire on mine is pointed up yet the bulb is properly fitted in with the tabs and stuff aligned. Maybe I have to take a look at it again but from what I remember it's up
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Old 05-07-09, 02:52 PM
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what bulbs did you replace yours with?
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Old 05-07-09, 03:09 PM
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Originally Posted by iskcon
That's weird because the return wire on mine is pointed up yet the bulb is properly fitted in with the tabs and stuff aligned. Maybe I have to take a look at it again but from what I remember it's up
i'll recheck that, but I'm pretty sure the bulb is suppose to face like that.

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Old 08-12-09, 11:04 AM
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You da MAN BorIS350!
Excellent DIY post.
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Old 08-12-09, 11:43 AM
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gah Why didn't I see this thread 6 hours ago.
I did exactly that though haha. nice write up. I thought I could change the passenger side bulb without moving the airbox. NO way!
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Old 08-12-09, 11:24 PM
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Great DIY! One suggestion though, use micro mode next time for them close shots.
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Old 08-14-09, 11:03 PM
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nice diy. i guess it's time to order some bulbs.
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Old 03-01-10, 05:44 AM
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Awesome info. I was going to have to replace my driver side HID this weekend as my car's warranty just lapsed but the dealer took care of it gratis as "goodwill." I was very happy
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Old 03-23-10, 01:23 PM
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where are the pictures? I only see "X's"
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Old 03-23-10, 03:33 PM
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pics are fine for me.

try reloading, clearing cookies/cache, or even using a different browser.
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Old 03-23-10, 04:38 PM
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Originally Posted by sdposton
where are the pictures? I only see "X's"
Try what projectdna says, unless your at school or work or something that blocks photobucket. I might just reupload the pics to clublexus gallery.
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Old 10-20-10, 06:54 PM
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Where did you guys buy your HID bulb?
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Old 10-23-10, 04:51 PM
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Friendly reminder...

Your CHECK VSC light may come on with the TRAC OFF light too...

If this happens, you have to disconnect your battery, then if the lights are still on, wiggle your MAF sensor wire

Here's my GARAX 8k

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Old 10-23-10, 10:53 PM
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You'll love the blue light with 8000K, replace the parking light though.
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Originally Posted by ldc
You'll love the blue light with 8000K, replace the parking light though.
Which one is the parking light? is it as easy to replace?
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