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Different headlight bulbs?

Discussion in 'Lighting' started by ToyotaKTMracing, Apr 10, 2012.

  1. Apr 10, 2012 at 5:36 PM
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    ToyotaKTMracing

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    I'm wanting new headlight bulbs for my truck. (2nd gen) What are the best bright bulbs to get? Wanting a bright white with a little bit of blue look. Not wanting xenon or HIDs. Just a regular brighter bulb.
     
  2. Apr 10, 2012 at 6:01 PM
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    what lights are you running at the moment?

    try silvania's if you want more of a stock look

    I'm running an H.I.D. kit on my truck which would probably be better, if your willing to try that type of set, and there 6k's
     
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    Actually, a cool white look. I don't want warm white.
     
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    As long as its brighter than stock bulbs and has a cool white look and will last long, it's what I want.
     
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    True. It's a hard decision. Idk if it's worth getting aftermarket or not. Hmmm
     
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    If you want something that is functional and not just color (as in, actually brighter), look into the Osram Rallye 70/65W bulb. They are awesome, but not really "white". The Philips Xtreme Power are supposed to be really good, stock wattage, and a little cheaper.

    You can get bulbs that will outlast factory, but they are not as bright. I think the new "eco green" bulbs or whatever do this. The more you drive a filament, the less life you get out of it.
     
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    I've run PIAA Intense White bulbs for years. I'm very happy with whiteness, brightness, and reliability. (They're available for $45/pr from Amazon.)
    Note that while the Intense Whites have a blue appearance when off, the light they throw is WHITE (not even the slightest hint of blue).

    I've also heard good things about Philips X-treme Power bulbs, which are available for $30/pr from Amazon, and OSRAM Night-Breakers, available through Amazon for $34/pr.
     

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