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Old 09-25-2007, 07:56 PM
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Default Re: Mercedes reflective HID system

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Originally Posted by 410225
I used to own 2001 Mercedes E430 that had OEM NON Projector HID system Lighting was as good as projector units. Yes, the focus or pencil beam pattern is much sharper on the projector unit but brightness is far superior then halogen and very comparable to projector.

Fake HID = silver/blue coated lightbulb.
Real HID = Xenon charged bulb with ignitor and ballast. Less Kelvin more LUM.

I also owned a car with real HID although projectorless.... it was a 03 Acura CL type S, just because its not a projector set up does not mean its not a true HID.... all of the early HID cars did not run projectors.

I have a HID kit in my Corvette.... the difference from the stock lights (which royally sucked by the way) is insane.... I have a 8000K set up, very bright with a bit of blue color to the light. Will most likely be looking into a similar kit for the H2 shortly
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