| HrdTsk |
I would like to propose a new group buy to usher in the 2003 MDX model year.
HID 9006 headlights!
I would like to see the vendor supply an all Phillips parts unit with a choice of Phillips 4100 k or Philips 6000K Ultinon bulbs.
I have made preliminary contact with a service representative of autolamps-online.com and they are willing to discuss the project. You can check out their website.
They have had group buys before with other Acura clubs, not acuramdx.org. A minimum of 10 participants are required.
This is a trial balloon to get ideas from this group's membership about this project. |
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| steventimm |
| I've got a 2002 on order for Oct delivery......if the '03 and '02 are interchangeable, count me in. |
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| doggiedog |
:mad: I just bought mine last month from SPP. Let me know if you can get them for cheaper than $500.
A friend of mine wants a set for his Lexus LS400 which I think also uses the same 9006 lights. |
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| HrdTsk |
quote:
Originally posted by doggiedog
:mad: I just bought mine last month from SPP. Let me know if you can get them for cheaper than $500.
A friend of mine wants a set for his Lexus LS400 which I think also uses the same 9006 lights.
I have also contacted SPP and am awaiting their response to the group buy idea. They do not however supply genuine Phillips parts. I have copied a quote from their website.
"This kit is supplied to us by one of the largest and most recognized HID retrofit lighting manufacturers in the world. Having this system private labeled for SPP allows us to offer it at a reduced price to our customers. Every HID system uses German made Philips bulbs and ballasts and comes with a wiring harness and detailed instructions even for the novice installer. Warranty coverage is for 1 year. Installation time is 45 minutes to one hour. System includes everything required for a plug and play install."
How did your project workout? How was the ease of installation? |
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| Warzau |
| Thats too bad I got mine last week. Installation for me was ahem interesting. directions were as they appeared to be translated from another language to english. Totally different wiring diagram. I figured it out my self was a weekend so I couldnt call SPP. But the results are WOW!!!!!!!! BTW the only reason I didnt go with autolamp wasw because they dont accept AMEX. I usually use AMEX for online purchases. |
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| doggiedog |
The SPP 4100K and 6000K are Philips. The 5000K which I bought I think is also but the bulb is dyed. The electronics are Philips though.
I had a hard time installing the HIDs because they forgot to include installation instructions. Instead the included a wiring schematic which was completely useless.
I tried doing it myself but couldn't figure it out so I called Erik at SPP and he tried working me through it. Then after about 4 calls, he realized I never got the instructions so he explained it more thoroughly. In hindsight, if I had the instructions, it should have taken me 10 mins tops to install it. It is very easy to do.
I am thoroughly satisfied with the HIDs. I would recommend them to anyone. |
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| AcuraDoc |
I'd also be interested ib this group buy. I've seen a few aftermarket HID's and I've been very impressed with them.
Keep us updated. |
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| kishino |
| I would say go with SPP. The SPP 5000K is hooked up directly to the batter with a fuse and the original light socket is only used as a turn on switch. This IMO will help if the lights ever short circuit or there is excessive heat, as the only part that should blow is the fuse and not your OEM light wiring. Just make sure to get the detailed instructions from SPP and not just the diagram. |
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| DavidM |
| If the price is good, you can count me in on this group buy. |
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| HrdTsk |
I have contacted both SPP and autolamps-online and asked them for a price quote for a group buy based on 10 kits. I am waiting for responses, exact figures.
I notice that the 2003 MDX will have auto on-off headlights and wonder if this will effect the kit installation/function?
I will email to ask this question.
I have also asked for the installation instructions to be email to me and will post them when I get them so everyone can take alook beforehand. |
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| Greg P |
HrdTsk
Count me in if you decide to go with Autolamps-online
I think you'll find Autolamps-online will have the better setup.
They use 100% Genuine Philips parts (ballasts and bulbs) not privated labelled equipment, claiming its Philips.
Also, Autolamps-online supposedly manufactures the base of the bulb so it's an exact fit into the 9006 housing and requires no "retrofitting" of the base to make it fit. I've heard stories of guys having to cut little "nubbies" of the base and using tape to keep it in the housing...I wouldn't want to have to do that!!!!
The only drawback I see in dealing with Autolamps is they're located in the UK so I'm not too sure about warranty issues.
Please keep us posted on the group buy:5: |
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| Warzau |
quote:
Originally posted by HrdTsk
I notice that the 2003 MDX will have auto on-off headlights and wonder if this will effect the kit installation/function?
What do you mean auto on-off? All MDX have this if you leave your lights on and arm or close the door the lights go off after 15 seconds. They turn back on when you disarm. or open the door.
BTW I tried it already and no it doesnt affect it. The light sockets as I understand are used to signal that the lights are on and the ballast and relay take over. |
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| HrdTsk |
AUTO ON/OFF HEADLIGHTS
New for 2003, the MDX features auto on/off headlights. A sensor at the front of the instrument panel senses outside illumination levels; when darkness occurs during automatic mode, the headlights, taillights, and instrument panel lighting turn on automatically for nighttime convenience. When the vehicle is parked at night, the lights remain lit after the ignition switch is turned off, but extinguish automatically when the driver's door is opened.
Above was copied from Honda News Release |
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| leeh |
| Count me in. I just have to factor in conversion numbers for US to Canadian dollars and hope that they ship to Canada without jacking the price out of the ballpark. |
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| paul123 |
Here's another link for SUV HID lights:
http://www.suvlights.com/
IMHO the 6000K look awesome with the slight blue color |
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| Warzau |
quote:
Originally posted by HrdTsk
AUTO ON/OFF HEADLIGHTS
New for 2003, the MDX features auto on/off headlights. A sensor at the front of the instrument panel senses outside illumination levels;
Ahhh I see, well got the auto off :2: |
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| DaleB |
quote:
Originally posted by paul123
Here's another link for SUV HID lights:
http://www.suvlights.com/
IMHO the 6000K look awesome with the slight blue color
Ah yes, my McCulloch system. Great build quality, reasonable price and a written warranty from a solid American company!
I will try to get more fotos at night. I have one posted a while back during the day.
Just the right amount of blue. The bulb tint is vapor deposited not dipped. |
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| HrdTsk |
quote:
Originally posted by DaleB
Ah yes, my McCulloch system. Great build quality, reasonable price and a written warranty from a solid American company!
I will try to get more fotos at night. I have one posted a while back during the day.
Just the right amount of blue. The bulb tint is vapor deposited not dipped.
What price did you get, if I may ask? |
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| DaleB |
http://www.teamorangeracing.com/main.html
Click on 'Garage Sale'.
Check this out!! $320! I paid $400 a few months ago! I paid for a new system. They have none left apparently.
Bulbs are new but ballasts are used.
Bill Chen is the guy. Very helpful. I would go for it! Ask him if you can still get a warranty since ballasts are used.
Otherwise do a search on "McCulloch HID" and I am sure you will find nicely priced ones too.
You can search HIDs and my name and find more photos. |
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| HrdTsk |
I see the HID from www.teamorangeracing.com includes used McCullogh ballasts and new H4 5300 k bulb ( no manufacturer listed). I will try to contact them to see if they can include a 9006 bulb so it will fit the MDX. Also I will ask regarding any warranty.
I am still waiting to hear from SPP about pricing and warranty.
autoheadlamps.com has responded and is interested in a group buy. I have countered their most recent offer to try and shave off a few more dollars. I will post when the terms when available. |
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| JLee |
hmmn, this is pretty timely, i've been looking into hids too.
well have you tried www.hids4less.com ? there are various others like www.xenondepot.com, etc. but i thin hids4less is pretty reputable and offers a 5 year warranty. i know someone on the bimmer board got them to do a GP on 4100/4300 for $425 earlier this year, the specials now are close to $500
question, what do you guys think of the setups that have the igniters and ballasts separate ? i've heard this setup makes install alot easier and more convenient, you have more options for placement.
i would be looking at getting two 4100 kits
jeff |
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| Warzau |
quote:
Originally posted by JLee
hmmn, this is pretty timely, i've been looking into hids too.
well have you tried www.hids4less.com ?
Do a search for HID4LESS especially the GB and you'll se what happened. Mayeb they have improved. I just got my HIDs from SPP. |
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| DaleB |
quote:
Originally posted by JLee
hmmn, this is pretty timely, i've been looking into hids too.
well have you tried www.hids4less.com ? there are various others like www.xenondepot.com, etc. but i thin hids4less is pretty reputable and offers a 5 year warranty. i know someone on the bimmer board got them to do a GP on 4100/4300 for $425 earlier this year, the specials now are close to $500
question, what do you guys think of the setups that have the igniters and ballasts separate ? i've heard this setup makes install alot easier and more convenient, you have more options for placement.
i would be looking at getting two 4100 kits
jeff
Yes, it is a bit easier. The McCullcoh has excellent quality cables and they are long enough. Short circuit protection, etc. so there is no need for the extra wiring to the battery, etc.
The fewer the wires, the fewer the external connections. Always better in my opinion. |
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| paul123 |
quote:
Originally posted by JLee
hmmn, this is pretty timely, i've been looking into hids too.
well have you tried www.hids4less.com ? there are various others like www.xenondepot.com, etc. but i thin hids4less is pretty reputable and offers a 5 year warranty. i know someone on the bimmer board got them to do a GP on 4100/4300 for $425 earlier this year, the specials now are close to $500
question, what do you guys think of the setups that have the igniters and ballasts separate ? i've heard this setup makes install alot easier and more convenient, you have more options for placement.
i would be looking at getting two 4100 kits
jeff
I have the hid4less 6000K bulb & 1 piece ballast and have had no trouble at all. We had some trouble with them on a group buy because items were back-ordered and took to long to ship. They had billed us right away and shipped several weeks later because they had run out of the 6000k bulb. They did come thru with an excellent product at an amazing price for the 6000k set only $575. They have stood behind their product since I've purchased and I believe they will stand behind it in the future. I would reccommend giving them a shot. The 2 piece ballast appears to give many more options on the install. I had plenty of room to mount the ballasts on lower plate by the battery. Not sure if there is any other reason to purchase other than convenience in mounting to have a 2 piece vs a 1 piece?:4: |
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| JLee |
it would seem that there are various group purchases going on in the BMW boards, and i found a link to a vendor
check it out http://www.eurospeedperformance.com/
and look under group purchases, they have the philips 6000K kit for $525 shipped which seems like a helluva deal and maybe can save someone hear the trouble of organizing one.
i haven't made up my mind yet, but figured i would pass it along.
jeff |
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| doggiedog |
quote:
Originally posted by JLee
hmmn, this is pretty timely, i've been looking into hids too.
well have you tried www.hids4less.com ? there are various others like www.xenondepot.com, etc. but i thin hids4less is pretty reputable and offers a 5 year warranty. i know someone on the bimmer board got them to do a GP on 4100/4300 for $425 earlier this year, the specials now are close to $500
question, what do you guys think of the setups that have the igniters and ballasts separate ? i've heard this setup makes install alot easier and more convenient, you have more options for placement.
i would be looking at getting two 4100 kits
jeff
I tried buying a set of Stage 2 6000K HIDs from hids4less just recently but they wouldn't budge from $650 despite SPP selling theirs for $575.
I went with the 5000K HID kit from SPP for $499. Works great. No worries. |
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| lilpun |
Hey Guys.. count me in on this. I missed out on the last on they had with hid4less and I was about to purchase these on my own. But since your going to set something up, I do not want to miss out.
Thanks
-lilpun:4: |
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| HrdTsk |
| Perhaps the following posts can be placed at the front of this thread |
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| HrdTsk |
auto-lamps.com Phillips 4100k $454 ($499 plus $45 rebate if 10 participants) No tax Free Shipping 1 yr warranty
All Phillips (authorized dealer), Located in UK, email support, no 800 number, 1 yr warranty
auto-lamps.com 6000K Ultinon $524 ($579 plus $55 rebate if 10 participants) No tax Free Shipping, 1 yr warranty
All Phillips (authorized dealer), Located in UK, email support, no 800 number
credit card, check or bank transfer payment |
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| HrdTsk |
supremepowerparts.com (SPP)
SPP 4100k $469 (free shipping + Calif State Tax if delivered to Calif) Private Label Ballast Phillips bulbs 1 yr warranty
SPP 6000k Ultinon $565 (free shipping + Calif State Tax if delivered to Calif) Private Label Ballast/Phillips bulbs 1 yr warranty
SPP 5000k blue tint $489 (free shipping+ Calif State Tax if delivered to Calif)
Private Label Ballast/Tinted Phillips bulbs 1 yr warranty
SPP 4300k $540 (free shipping + Calif tax if delivered to Calif) Philips Ballast and Philips Bulb w/ 5 yr warranty (This is not a group buy but available to anyone via their website) |
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| HrdTsk |
suvlights.com
$400 + $15 shipping (possible sales tax in Calif)
Hella/Philips ballast
with choice of Osram 4100k (slightly bluer than Philips) or Philips 4100k bulbs
comes with complete wiring harness with relays and ballast mounting brackets
1 year warranty on bulb & ballast
6000k bulbs not currently available
No 800 number |
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| HrdTsk |
hid4less.com
$450 4300k (stage I)
$575 6000k (stage II)
Possible sales tax in RI. Price does not include shipping
5 year limited warranty on bulbs and ballasts Philips ballasts and Philips bulbs. All kits come with wiring harness and detailed instructions. |
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| HrdTsk |
eurospeedperformance.com
Kits with both osram and philips bulbs, both 6000k. philips are more purplish, osram are more bluish. Philips balasts included kit comes complete, almost plug and play, just add your own 15amp fuses. Eurospeedperformance.com can supply them if we let them know what size they are (regular or minis)
4100 k not available
1 year warranty
Pricing:
5-9 kits for $510 shipped each
10-15 kits for $495 shipped each
15+ kits for $475 shipped each
Possible sales tax in NC
Check or Money Order purchases. Add $15 to the price for credit card orders.
Regular pricing is $540 shipped each |
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| HrdTsk |
| teamorangeracing.com HIDs are not currently available |
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| lilpun |
hid4less.com
$450 4300k (stage I)
$575 6000k (stage II)
Possible sales tax in RI
5 year limited warranty on bulbs and ballasts All kits come with wiring harness and detailed instructions.
HrdTsk
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HrdTsk,
How were you able to get this price? The listed price on thier website is: Item# 9006 Stage 2 is $750.00. Did you talk to someone there that gave you this price? If so, can I get that person's name so I can call and order from them?
Thanks,
-lilpun
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| DaleB |
Those prices are not bad, but there is quite a gap between Stage I and II.
Stage II or 6000K is quite common anymore.
Most people like 6000K. When 6000K first came out many wanted to go 8000K and now they are backing off the deeper color for something closer to white.
So I think the mystic of having Stage II lighting is really a lot of hype now. Lots of
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| doggiedog |
quote:
Originally posted by lilpun
hid4less.com
$450 4300k (stage I)
$575 6000k (stage II)
Possible sales tax in RI
5 year limited warranty on bulbs and ballasts All kits come with wiring harness and detailed instructions.
HrdTsk
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HrdTsk,
How were you able to get this price? The listed price on thier website is: Item# 9006 Stage 2 is $750.00. Did you talk to someone there that gave you this price? If so, can I get that person's name so I can call and order from them?
Thanks,
-lilpun
:eek:
Yeah, I'm wondering the same thing. I called them less than a month ago to get then and the lowest they would go was $650.
Also, my SPP 5000K set has Philips balasts and a wiring harness. However, it was $499 rather than $489. Dunno if they changed the specs or not.
I'm happy with my kit but I got my first hi-beam yesterday so I gotta go adjust the lights. |
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| paul123 |
| With a group buy someone makes an agreement with the company that if we buy say a certain number of light sets (10-30) The company will give us all a discount. The company will wait till they get the specified number of orders and then they will ship to everyone. You cannot order yourself one and expect to get the discount. If the company doesn't get that specific number of orders they do not have to continue with the agreed upon price. That is why when you call you are getting different prices quoted to you. You must mention that you are part of the group buy with AcuraMDX.org and they will place the order and wait for the quota to be filled before shipping. |
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| paul123 |
Just curious if anyone would know why these 2 ballast have such a different price? It appears to be same ballast with different connections. Hid4less at one point had both of these set-ups for the same price. Curious to see what there is such a difference if buy individually?
LVQ 212 Modified with 2 wire connectors for D2R/D2S Xenon bulbs $230
LVQ 212 ballast for D2R/D2S Xenon bulbs (D2 connector) $150
My Hids4less came with the LVQ 212 modified 2 wire set up as opposed to the other.
http://www.suvlights.com/
Go to the HID Ballasts section to see. |
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| DaleB |
| 5000K in the shade. |
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| DaleB |
| with fogs, (Silverstars) |
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| HrdTsk |
quote:
Originally posted by lilpun
HrdTsk,
How were you able to get this price? The listed price on thier website is: Item# 9006 Stage 2 is $750.00. Did you talk to someone there that gave you this price? If so, can I get that person's name so I can call and order from them?
Thanks,
-lilpun
:eek: [/B]
Yes the above prices for all of these posted vendors represent prices for a group buy. I believe there is a new way that acuramdx.org is conducting group buys. I have only recently joined acuramdx.org (when I first began to consider a 2003 MDX purchase).
I am not familiar with any previous group buys and the way they worked in the past. I am also not sure what the administration has planned for this or future group buys.
I contacted all of the above vendors and tried to get the best prices I could get. I also tried to get together as much info about the products, warranties, etc as I could. |
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| HrdTsk |
One of the vendors above (auto-lamps.com) has their own way of conducting group buys. This may be a good way to do this group buy
Anyone who wants to participate in the group buy will be issued a password. Each individual is then on their own to purchase their HIDs from auto-lamps.com at the usual retail price but to be sure to include the password with the order.
Once we have reached 10 participants, there will be an automatic rebate of the difference between the usual retail price and the group buy price. Participants # 1 through 9 will get their refund after participant # 10 has made their purchase. Participant # 10 and all subsequent participants will recieve their refund immediately.
All orders are thus shipped immediately, no need for anyone to wait.
If however the quota of 10 is not met, no rebates will be issued.
Everyone will have to be sure to include their password. The time frame for the group buy will be on the order of 6-8 weeks. |
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| HrdTsk |
| What does everyone think about the next step? |
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| lilpun |
Lets nail it down to one vendor and get the ball rolling. For me I would like to go with HID4Less, stage II, due to thier warrenty length and from other posting of other members that purchased this product. Also, from speaking with one of the tch guys there, he mentioned that with the stage II's you will not loose your high beam capabilities.
-lilpun:4: |
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| Greg P |
I vote for autolamps-online.com for a couple of reasons
They're an Authorized Philips vendor.
The owner of the company worked or works for Philips, in their automotive lighting division.
They make a custom 9006 base for the bulb, not a modified something else.
Wiring kit has a relay in it.....Some kits don't
Pricing is very fair for all genuine Philips parts, no privated labelled crap.
Only negative is, they're on the other side of the pond in jolly 'ol England, but that doesn't bother me!
That's my .02 cents |
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| HrdTsk |
| After having contacted all the above vendors, I must say autolamps-online was the most responsive and knowledgable. As I said before they also have the advantage of the password group buy system. No one has to wait to get their product. It would ship immediately. |
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| Greg P |
Hrdtsk,
How long will it take before you decide which vendor to use.???.. As I stated in my previous post, I'm in for Autolamps-online.com.
Let's go guys get your votes in so we can proceed with this!! |
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| HrdTsk |
quote:
Originally posted by Greg P
Hrdtsk,
How long will it take before you decide which vendor to use.???.. As I stated in my previous post, I'm in for Autolamps-online.com.
Let's go guys get your votes in so we can proceed with this!!
Good Question. Lets take the weekend (3 days) to allow people to voice their opinion. |
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| rvehock |
I just purchased the HIDs from this group buy vendor:
http://www.groupbuycenter.com/buy.asp?row_id=7185
They ended up costing me $360 shipping included. They are Philips and come with a 1yr warranty. I will let everyone know how they work out when I get them installed. I really did not want the 6000K HIDS, I wanted something that looked closer to my 2000 3.2 TL HIDs. |
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| HrdTsk |
The vendor with most support is autolamps-online.com.
I have contacted the administration of acuramdx.org and the group buy is on for this vendor. |
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| lilpun |
So from this point we just call them and tell them that we are part of the acuramdx.org and they will give us the group buy price? Are these still the prices?
>>auto-lamps.com Phillips 4100k $454 ($499 plus $45 rebate if 10 participants) No tax Free Shipping 1 yr warranty
All Phillips (authorized dealer), Located in UK, email support, no 800 number, 1 yr warranty
auto-lamps.com 6000K Ultinon $524 ($579 plus $55 rebate if 10 participants) No tax Free Shipping, 1 yr warranty
All Phillips (authorized dealer), Located in UK, email support, no 800 number<<
Also, ae most people buying the 4100's or the 6000's??
-lilpun |
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| Greg P |
I seem to recall we need some kind of password so they know who the group buy is with...Once they get 10 orders the first ten will be rebated the discount and 11 thru??? will automatically get the discounted price..
HrdTsk please confirm this!!!!
I originally thought I would go with the 6000K Ultinons but the more I read about various Kelvin ratings I'm leaning towards the 4100K's They have the most light output and are the whitest color.... I'm beginning to think it's more important to have the most light versus the cool looking bluish/purple color output of the 6000Ks.
I think it's something like 30% more output for the the 4100's. Plus they're cheaper. |
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| HrdTsk |
Hello Drew(HrdTsk)
Thank you for the link and hopefully this will give you enough information to be able to test the response from your fellow members.
The discounts are worked on quantity of 10+ kits and will be $45 off a 4100K kit and $55 off a 6000K kit, alternatively we can offer free BlueVision halogen with the kit (or SilverVision) to the same value whichever is preferred, but most people prefer the money back.
We will give the co-coordinator a dedicated password for the group buy scheme, this is so that each member wishing to order, can then place the order through the site individually then email us quoting the unique transaction/order number of his purchase (this is issued by WorldPay when the transaction is made) and telling us the password. Their details are then added to the scheme.
The discount will be given by way of a refund as soon as the quantity reaches 10 and any subsequent purchasers will the automatically be given the discount refund when their order is processed.
We will monitor the response to the scheme but it is usual to put some cut off date or time frame, however, this can be restricting and we have found that it is reasonable to expect that not everyone will want to buy immediately, so we usually try and be as flexible as possible putting an initial 4 week time frame to encourage the first 10 people to buy so that the qualification for the refund discount is sooner rather than later, but we will continue the scheme after this and if you have any thoughts on this we will try and work with you as there are no hard and fast rules. Each group buy we run has a few unique requirements so we are used to this.
I hope that this is of interest and thank you for visiting Autolamps-online.
Regards
Janet
Customer Services
Autolamps-online |
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| HrdTsk |
The above post is a copy of the email I recieved about the group buy from customer service of autolamps-online.com. I emailed her again this morning and said that our group would like to go ahead with the transaction. As soon as I hear anything from her I will post it.
(Drew) |
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| lilpun |
thanks for the information.
-lilpun |
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| 02SSmdx |
Hey Hrdtsk!
Thanks for all the hard work! Don't forget to let the admin know so that he can set it up on the group buys!
If you saw my other posts on the "Plasma" Bulbs, you'll know that this is perfect timing!
-WL |
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| rvehock |
quote:
Originally posted by rvehock
I just purchased the HIDs from this group buy vendor:
http://www.groupbuycenter.com/buy.asp?row_id=7185
They ended up costing me $360 shipping included. They are Philips and come with a 1yr warranty. I will let everyone know how they work out when I get them installed. I really did not want the 6000K HIDS, I wanted something that looked closer to my 2000 3.2 TL HIDs.
Just installed my 4300K Philips HIDs, they look awesome!! Took me a total of 15 minutes to install (totally plug and play). I tried to order another kit but they were already sold out (at $360 shipped I can see why). |
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| DaleB |
quote:
Originally posted by rvehock
Just installed my 4300K Philips HIDs, they look awesome!! Took me a total of 15 minutes to install (totally plug and play). I tried to order another kit but they were already sold out (at $360 shipped I can see why).
:29: :29: :29: One of the nicest improvements you can make in the interest of safety IMHO. Other than driving with care and sober. |
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| nyc |
| count me in on the 6000k's |
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| HrdTsk |
| Anyone interested in HID lights for their MDX, this group buy will run through Christmas |
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| 2003MDX |
| Is that a big difference between 4100k and 6000k? |
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| rvehock |
| Acura uses 4100K HID lighting in my 2000 3.2 TL and the color is bright white and has a very good light pattern. When it came time for HIDs in my MDX, I wanted the same kind of light pattern so I purchased a Philips 4300K HID kit and it is the exact color as my TL. I am not sure but the 6000K HIDs may be brighter but not put out as good of a light pattern? |
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| chipw |
What is the password for this group buy and how can I get it?
Thanks! |
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| HrdTsk |
The group buy password is...
acuramdx
Any members who wish to join in this group buy should make their purchase online directly from autolamps-online.com. When you receive the transaction ref # from WorldPay, the purchaser should email autolamps-online.com confirming the password and quoting their transaction number.
Put the order # and password in the subject line.
The email address to send this info to is info@autolamps-online.com
All orders will be added to a list and depending on the time frame autolamps-online.com will then issue the refunds within 4 weeks . Those who have placed their orders initially will not have the inconvenience of waiting for the entire list to reach the required 10 before they receive their refund if this is applicable. |
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| nyc |
what are the sizes for a 2003 mdx?
I want...... lo's and fog's.
cheers
harry |
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| DaleB |
| Should be the same as 01 and 02, 9006 for low and fogs, 9005 for hi beams. |
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| HrdTsk |
The group buy password is...
acuramdx
Any members who wish to join in this group buy should make their purchase online directly from autolamps-online.com. When you receive the transaction ref # from WorldPay, the purchaser should email autolamps-online.com confirming the password and quoting their transaction number.
Put the order # and password in the subject line.
The email address to send this info to is info@autolamps-online.com
All orders will be added to a list and depending on the time frame autolamps-online.com will then issue the refunds within 4 weeks . Those who have placed their orders initially will not have the inconvenience of waiting for the entire list to reach the required 10 before they receive their refund if this is applicable. |
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| BlueStreak |
For those of you who have installed the kit, does your high-beam remain functional? I've read some documentation that says once you install you lose your high-beams, and other packages make no reference to this.
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| paul123 |
quote:
Originally posted by BlueStreak
For those of you who have installed the kit, does your high-beam remain functional? I've read some documentation that says once you install you lose your high-beams, and other packages make no reference to this.
-Greg
High beams work just fine the same as they always did, but not much use once you have the HID for lows. |
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| HrdTsk |
quote:
Originally posted by BlueStreak
For those of you who have installed the kit, does your high-beam remain functional? I've read some documentation that says once you install you lose your high-beams, and other packages make no reference to this.
-Greg
As I understand it in reading other's posts, the high beams can be used for flashing other cars but the low beam HID coverage is so bright that the high beams do not add much to your vision.
I believe you can install both high beam and low beam HID but this would require 2 ballasts per side and maybe some other special wiring arrangements. |
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| DaleB |
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Originally posted by HrdTsk
As I understand it in reading other's posts, the high beams can be used for flashing other cars but the low beam HID coverage is so bright that the high beams do not add much to your vision.
I believe you can install both high beam and low beam HID but this would require 2 ballasts per side and maybe some other special wiring arrangements.
There is tons of info on HIDs on this forum. HIDs properly installed ( in particular ones without external relays, or battery wiring which IMHO only add complexity and potential failure points) only 'plug-in' into existing low beam wiring. They may have one or two piece ballast and iginitors for each lamp. There is nothing to prove one is better than the other, designer's choice.
They do not wire into anything else.
High beams work the same as before.
If lamps are properly aimed high beams will still give better range even if not as bright as the HID low beams. |
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| BlueStreak |
Thanks, Guys.
I think it may be more of a car issue than a HID issue, hence some pkgs work differently.
For ex. in my vette and my truck, when you turn on the high beams the low beam bulb goes dark. When you switch off high the low bulb is illuminated again. My Accord and the MDX works the opposite, as the low beam bulb stays lit when the hi beam is on. You want the low beam to stay on as it takes a second or two to "warm-up" to provide max light. That second or two delay waiting for the lows to power-up when coming off high may not be ideal.
I think I'm going to jump on this. I drive a lot at night and increased vision is no-brainer. I just wanted to be sure I wasn't solving one problem to create another.
Thanks again.
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| DaleB |
| NO problem with the MDX, lows never go off unless you do it manually. |
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| HrdTsk |
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Originally posted by Greg Hahn
HrdTsk,
Like you I am anxiously awaiting the arrival of my X. I am very interested in the HID group buy and have several questions. In one of your replies you mentioned it would be available until Christmas but on the group buy site it says 12/9. Which is correct? Second question is a style question. I know I want 4100 for the low beams does it make sence to get a second set for the fogs or do you think it is overkill? Any thoughts would be appreciated.:confused:
Hey Greg:
I will try to get the Group Buy extended and think this will be no problem. Try a search about the low beam/high beam issue. I think to get both low and high beam HID you need special wiring and 2 ballasts per side, it would be a somewhat more complex installation. |
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| RealWing |
| I sent an e-mail to info@autolamps-online.com to ask about part numbers,( I could not find anything for Acura on their web site) but didnt get a reply in 2+ weeks. Is this usual or unusual??I'm not too impressed at this point- but maybe I'm missing something? |
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| HrdTsk |
| Perhaps try again. Janet is the customer service rep. Try putting her name in the subject. The MDX has 9006 lowbeam headlamps. The retrofit kit is listed on the order page. |
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| JL889 |
| I have bought many kits from my friend from texas, He has the 8000k K2 Kit for $410 shipped to your door. Lemmie know if anyone wants them |
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| rvehock |
| With my HID it is completely plug-n-play, it took 15 minutes to install and it can be reversed in about the same amount of time. |
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| DaleB |
| If you mean reversing without removing parts, just plug n' play, the McCulloch kits can be reversed in about 2 minutes. |
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| Dr.X |
I am interested in participating in the HID Group buy.
However, can someone assure me that this proposal is a relatively simple installation, with quality components and replacement parts (bulbs) can be found fairly easily? Is this a replacement for bo | | | |
