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Retrofit Projector Has Short Beam?

Discussion in 'Lighting' started by iJDub, Jan 30, 2014.

  1. Jan 30, 2014 at 4:20 AM
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    iJDub

    iJDub [OP] Well-Known Member

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    OK so I put on some Retrofit projectors and I noticed that when I adjust the light to the proper height, there's some dead space right in front of the car. I can see that dead space from the driver seat. When I lower the beam to fill that space up, then the beam isn't high enough...

    Anyone else have this issue?

    I mean I don't really need that dead space right in front of the truck, but was wondering if this is a common problem? My SUV with factory projectors doesn't have this issue.
     
  2. Jan 30, 2014 at 1:25 PM
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    which projector do you have??? it could be the height of the car also.
     
  3. Jan 30, 2014 at 2:06 PM
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    iJDub

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    I have the H1 Morimoto projectors. My truck is lifted 3"
     
  4. Jan 30, 2014 at 2:59 PM
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    There's your problem. The Mini H1 output is like half the height of an FXR. Mini's are good for cars. Trucks you usually want FXR

    here is the space in my truck, you can't even see it over the hood.

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  5. Jan 30, 2014 at 3:14 PM
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    Ah I see. I can just barely see it over the hood and it's annoying but not a safety issue. When I turn my fogs on they kinda fill that spot too.
     
  6. Jan 30, 2014 at 3:29 PM
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    I've pulled up in the driveway next to my girlfriend who drives me old 2011 lowered focus with MH1s and my beam is like 2 of hers height wise. Love the FXR
     
  7. Jan 30, 2014 at 4:52 PM
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    iJDub

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    It's ok I'll just keep my 20" light bar on. Lol jk. The Range Rover Sport has one of the best projector / HIDs.
     

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