ok so i've got about 450$ to spend...and its burning a hole in my pocket.........i talked to the guy at my customazation shop today....and he said i could

1. get HIDs ordered and installed...brand name...the Good stuff...all for $400

OR

2. i could get 2 10" JL subs and an 800 watt pioneer amp w/ a used
box...installed and wired.....for $350

what would you do in my situation.....cant go over 450

 

$400 for HID's is a bit much. I don't care if they are name brand. The HID's I get you can beat the ballast with a hammer and then throw them into a fish tank while on. They cost $250 and take 15 minutes to install. That leaves $200. Go to www.millionbuy.com. I got a 5 channel soundstream amp referb a year and half ago for $99. After shipping you'd have about $75 for a sub for the deck.

 

the guy explained why it was so expensive....he said that he does HIDs differently than other shops...apparently he wires in a Relay of some sort that takes strain off the battery and makes the bulbs last longer.....

am i being fed a line of crap?

 

Yes. www.mobilehid.com. It comes with a relay.

 

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Whats going on Chris? There is no way I would spend $400 HIDs when you can get the same for a lot less. Why spend all your money on something you will only enjoy at night? I say go with what Chris suggested. You can stretch those $450 and get more for your money.

 

External relay is very easy to wire up, About $10 max for parts.

Hid in a reputable shop should not exceed $300 installed these days.

As for your stereo, don't cheese out on the amp selection. Get a name brand, just like the sub you chose JL audio. Get an A series JL A1200 you should be able to get it for a good deal. Should be plenty for 2 JL subs. Propably for around $179 or so and 2 suubs in a box for about $250-$300 JL is running a special right now with their enclosures. It isliek getting the box for free. PM me if you have any questions i willwalk you through what you need.

 

thanks for yall's feedback...i've decided to not do the HIDs with this shop...i'll do the sound system...its something i'll use more often, and appreciate more....not to mention its cheaper....

Nazer: i'll PM you about what all i need

 

make sure those JL audio subs they give you aren't w1s... i don't think they'll handle 800 watts.