DC5 HIDs

[dark138]

I m looking to install a set of HID on my DC5R, doing a little bit of searching, i've found out it needs some kind of custom stand for the bulbs to go on..

anybody here has HIDs install on their DC5 and any experiences?

[chinesewhisperz]

sup everyone..i'm after hids & i know everyone recommends 6000k. but i was just wondering if anyone has 8000k (or even 10000k) in their ride & how well do they cope around Sydney streets.

[X8TEENX]

i m using 7500k HID on my dc5 atm....i think i m ok wif that since i hav installed it for like 1.5 years...

[JetSir]

You will need to cut or drill the X-clips so that the HID Bulb will fit in perfect.

http://i14.photobucket.com/albums/a3.../install05.jpg

[Tofu]

that's not a picture of the xclip

the xclip is the plastic bit your light bulbs (H1 sized original bulbs) stick to
just cut it flush and it fits perfectly...
i have two sets of HID on both of my DC5, one with the xclip cut flush, the other is with the xclip's center bit drilled out. definately works better if you cut it flush.

4300K is the brightest, but not the best of colours (yellowish white)
my other kit is 5000K and it's bluish white. But it all depends on which ballast you use also.

[vtag]

You don't actually have to modify the X-Clip (as seen in Club-RSX forum)

All you need to ensure is the bulbs goes behind the pin.

I have got 8000k. : )

[chinesewhisperz]

You don't actually have to modify the X-Clip (as seen in Club-RSX forum)

All you need to ensure is the bulbs goes behind the pin.

I have got 8000k. : )

visually behind the wheel. how good are they for you at night & during rainy conditions?

[vtag]

8k is visually dangerous to drive during rainy conditions. You need to turn on your high beam during those condition. but again high beam might be an irritant to other drivers on the road.

[air23box]

I use 8000k.....not a single problem on rainy days since install....can see how it looks on my avastar

[AUDMDC5R]

i've got 6000k, super white with a slight tinge, quite nice
but really depends on the brand an quality of the HID, as the brightness and colour may vary

[chinesewhisperz]

alright it's settled..i'm gettin 8ks & if it rains, oncoming traffic will jus have to suffer my high beams if that's the case. thanks for the advice peepz

[air23box]

Dun you specify what kind of bulb you need when you buy you hid kit? such as H1 or H3? so you dun need the stand to get it fit?? I get mine in without problem...

I m looking to install a set of HID on my DC5R, doing a little bit of searching, i've found out it needs some kind of custom stand for the bulbs to go on..

anybody here has HIDs install on their DC5 and any experiences?