Mr. Brown Package Finally Installed (Xenon Fog Lights)...

Eddie Man · 11-17-2004, 08:26 PM

Finally a perfect match to the OEM Xenon Main Beams...
Been patient till the time was right...Pick them up from "Overboostpsi" who hangs out at Audizine but really from HID Visual Creations...
They currently have special pricing for Audi Owners (Site says Audizine Members but I believe that's easy to get around)...

IMO, it's a great value !!!

Some miscellaneous thoughts, comments & learning:
a) The kit is completely and 100% "Plug & Play".
b) Transformer/Ballast is water-resistant.
c) All required installation hardware is included (quick ties, mounting plates, double-sided adhesive, etc.)
d) Packaging is neat and professional.
e) 1 year warranty on all parts.
f) I selected a Xenon Bulb color that I believed matched my OEM Xenons best match (since OEM Xenon Main Beams are at 4300k color temp), I went with a Fog Xenon Bulb at 4000k color temp...I will more than likely go to a 5000k color temp to sharpen the whiteness a little more.
g) When I originally assembled the kit basically I plugged & played and really very fool-proof because all the connections plugged into one another via male/female connectors and also harnesses that mated together only in one way to maintain accurate polarities...This is a good design to prevent any cross wiring foul-ups...
h) Problem & Problem Resolved - As the kit facilitated fool-proof installation, the kit did have one fault in that connection of the patch cord from the OEM fog light harness to the Transformer/Ballast was actually not fool-proof. Polarity at this point could actually be reversed. For my initial installation, I had problems in that the Xenon Bulbs did NOT light. I contacted HID Visual Creations & they helped me through the problem till it worked...So bottom line was that I just flipped the harness connector around and then success !!!

Complete Installation Kit

Here's my step-by-step:

1. Remove Fog Grilles

2. Remove Halogen Bulbs

3. Install Xenon Bulb

4. Install Patch Cord (between OEM Fog Harness to Transformer/Ballast)

5. Locate & Mount Transformer/Ballast (Dry Location)
I added a couple layers of poly-foam packing material between the Transformer/Ballast & the Headlight bracket for cushioning & vibration-free mounting. Quick ties are used for securing unit.

6. Install Patch Cord (between Transformer/Ballast to Xenon Bulb)

7. Used this to ensure water-proof harness connections near the grillage (possible wet area)

8. Finished Product !!!

Comparison Pics:

Stock Halogen Fog (left) vs. Xenon Fog (right)

Hoen Xenon-Match Fog (left) vs. Xenon Fog (right)

Outdoor Shots (tonight was a little foggy & misty):

I'm really happy w/the results and quite pleased on how easy it was !!!
Watcha guys think ???

** BONUS ** Fogs w/Reflective Barrel

Jimax · 11-17-2004, 08:32 PM

And the fogs look good. Nice job.

T-dot B6 · 11-17-2004, 08:32 PM

USP · 11-17-2004, 08:34 PM

those comparison pic's dont do the xenons any justice!!

USP · 11-17-2004, 08:35 PM

Eddie Man · 11-17-2004, 08:37 PM

Eddie Man · 11-17-2004, 08:37 PM

German Driver · 11-17-2004, 08:37 PM

Eddie Man · 11-17-2004, 08:39 PM

Club bouy...on teh link of my original thread. ($255)

Eddie Man · 11-17-2004, 08:39 PM

http://forums.audiworld.com/a4gen2/msgs/727808.phtml

11-17-2004, 08:26 PM	#1
Eddie Man AudiWorld Super User Account #: 10568 Join Date: Sep 2000 Posts: 6,558	Mr. Brown Package Finally Installed (Xenon Fog Lights)... Finally a perfect match to the OEM Xenon Main Beams... Been patient till the time was right...Pick them up from "Overboostpsi" who hangs out at Audizine but really from HID Visual Creations... They currently have special pricing for Audi Owners (Site says Audizine Members but I believe that's easy to get around)... IMO, it's a great value !!! Some miscellaneous thoughts, comments & learning: a) The kit is completely and 100% "Plug & Play". b) Transformer/Ballast is water-resistant. c) All required installation hardware is included (quick ties, mounting plates, double-sided adhesive, etc.) d) Packaging is neat and professional. e) 1 year warranty on all parts. f) I selected a Xenon Bulb color that I believed matched my OEM Xenons best match (since OEM Xenon Main Beams are at 4300k color temp), I went with a Fog Xenon Bulb at 4000k color temp...I will more than likely go to a 5000k color temp to sharpen the whiteness a little more. g) When I originally assembled the kit basically I plugged & played and really very fool-proof because all the connections plugged into one another via male/female connectors and also harnesses that mated together only in one way to maintain accurate polarities...This is a good design to prevent any cross wiring foul-ups... h) Problem & Problem Resolved - As the kit facilitated fool-proof installation, the kit did have one fault in that connection of the patch cord from the OEM fog light harness to the Transformer/Ballast was actually not fool-proof. Polarity at this point could actually be reversed. For my initial installation, I had problems in that the Xenon Bulbs did NOT light. I contacted HID Visual Creations & they helped me through the problem till it worked...So bottom line was that I just flipped the harness connector around and then success !!! Complete Installation Kit Here's my step-by-step: 1. Remove Fog Grilles 2. Remove Halogen Bulbs 3. Install Xenon Bulb 4. Install Patch Cord (between OEM Fog Harness to Transformer/Ballast) 5. Locate & Mount Transformer/Ballast (Dry Location) I added a couple layers of poly-foam packing material between the Transformer/Ballast & the Headlight bracket for cushioning & vibration-free mounting. Quick ties are used for securing unit. 6. Install Patch Cord (between Transformer/Ballast to Xenon Bulb) 7. Used this to ensure water-proof harness connections near the grillage (possible wet area) 8. Finished Product !!! Comparison Pics: Stock Halogen Fog (left) vs. Xenon Fog (right) Hoen Xenon-Match Fog (left) vs. Xenon Fog (right) Outdoor Shots (tonight was a little foggy & misty): I'm really happy w/the results and quite pleased on how easy it was !!! Watcha guys think ??? BONUS Fogs w/Reflective Barrel __________________ 2006 S4 Avant: dolphin gray \| 6speed \| alcantara \| premium \| cold \| bose \| sirius \| navigation \| bluetooth \| parktronic \| ebony \| carbon fiber Performance: Milltek.50%NonResonated \| Milltek.DPw/HFC \| ECS.2PieceRotors \| EBC.RedStuff \| H-Sport.RS4Sways Strat.CAI \| JHM.SolidSS \| SSBrakeLines \| ECS.Snub \| Bridgestone.RE050A \| Bilstein.PSS9 \| LaunchVidClips \| ServotronicMod Cosmetic: CF.Splitter \| RS4Knob \| Debadged"V8" \| RS4Pedals \| VMR.19"B7.RS4s \| Eurolites \| Armourfend.Bra \| 5400kD1S XenonFogs \| PennyMod \| SmokedReflectors \| S4CaliperSpring \| RS4Grille \| OEM.EngineCovers \| LOSTLINKS :(

11-17-2004, 08:32 PM	#2
Jimax AudiWorld Super User Account #: 40962 Join Date: Aug 2002 Posts: 19,674	Very nice writeup. You should post it in the tech section And the fogs look good. Nice job.

11-17-2004, 08:32 PM	#3
T-dot B6 Member Account #: 66831 Join Date: Dec 2003 Posts: 4,160	looks pretty good, nice job! __________________ 2005 A4 1.8TQ \| Light Silver Metallic \| Ebony Interior \| 6-speed \| Premium \| Lighting \| Sport \| Cold Weather Modifications: Stage 1 Chip \| Bosch FR5DTC Spark Plugs \| APIKOL SMIC \| Audi Sport Floor Mats \| 35% Tint \| 3M Clear Bra

11-17-2004, 08:34 PM	#4
USP Member Account #: 66483 Join Date: Dec 2003 Posts: 15,681	Once again you've demonstrated why you are the King of Lighting. Although... those comparison pic's dont do the xenons any justice!! __________________ Steve NYC Chicks dig teh grillage! My B6/B7 Photo Gallery <a href="http://www.nerdtests.com/ft_nq.php?im"> </a> 2006 A4 S-Line 2.0TQ -Brilliant Red/Ebony Interior -6 speed Tiptronic w/paddle shift -SLine Package -Premium Package -Technology Package -RNS-E -40% Tint Front/Side/Rear -Debadged -Hoen XenonMatch Fog Lights -10 inch Alpine Type-R Subwoofer -Rockford Fosgate Power Series Amp. -Lightning Audio Digital Capacitor -Custom Fiberglass Enclosure -Wiring by Stinger Car on Order: -2008 TT 2.0T Cars Retired: -2004 A4 1.8TQ Ultrasport (gone but not forgotten) -2001 Jetta GLS 1.8T (college ride) -1995 Jetta GL 2.0 (college ride) -1992 Cutlass Supreme (Saved my Life)

11-17-2004, 08:35 PM	#5
USP Member Account #: 66483 Join Date: Dec 2003 Posts: 15,681	BTW. What did you pay for the kit? __________________ Steve NYC Chicks dig teh grillage! My B6/B7 Photo Gallery <a href="http://www.nerdtests.com/ft_nq.php?im"> </a> 2006 A4 S-Line 2.0TQ -Brilliant Red/Ebony Interior -6 speed Tiptronic w/paddle shift -SLine Package -Premium Package -Technology Package -RNS-E -40% Tint Front/Side/Rear -Debadged -Hoen XenonMatch Fog Lights -10 inch Alpine Type-R Subwoofer -Rockford Fosgate Power Series Amp. -Lightning Audio Digital Capacitor -Custom Fiberglass Enclosure -Wiring by Stinger Car on Order: -2008 TT 2.0T Cars Retired: -2004 A4 1.8TQ Ultrasport (gone but not forgotten) -2001 Jetta GLS 1.8T (college ride) -1995 Jetta GL 2.0 (college ride) -1992 Cutlass Supreme (Saved my Life)

11-17-2004, 08:37 PM	#6
Eddie Man AudiWorld Super User Account #: 10568 Join Date: Sep 2000 Posts: 6,558	From you, that's a great complement...Thanks :) __________________ 2006 S4 Avant: dolphin gray \| 6speed \| alcantara \| premium \| cold \| bose \| sirius \| navigation \| bluetooth \| parktronic \| ebony \| carbon fiber Performance: Milltek.50%NonResonated \| Milltek.DPw/HFC \| ECS.2PieceRotors \| EBC.RedStuff \| H-Sport.RS4Sways Strat.CAI \| JHM.SolidSS \| SSBrakeLines \| ECS.Snub \| Bridgestone.RE050A \| Bilstein.PSS9 \| LaunchVidClips \| ServotronicMod Cosmetic: CF.Splitter \| RS4Knob \| Debadged"V8" \| RS4Pedals \| VMR.19"B7.RS4s \| Eurolites \| Armourfend.Bra \| 5400kD1S XenonFogs \| PennyMod \| SmokedReflectors \| S4CaliperSpring \| RS4Grille \| OEM.EngineCovers \| LOSTLINKS :(

11-17-2004, 08:37 PM	#7
Eddie Man AudiWorld Super User Account #: 10568 Join Date: Sep 2000 Posts: 6,558	Gracias ! __________________ 2006 S4 Avant: dolphin gray \| 6speed \| alcantara \| premium \| cold \| bose \| sirius \| navigation \| bluetooth \| parktronic \| ebony \| carbon fiber Performance: Milltek.50%NonResonated \| Milltek.DPw/HFC \| ECS.2PieceRotors \| EBC.RedStuff \| H-Sport.RS4Sways Strat.CAI \| JHM.SolidSS \| SSBrakeLines \| ECS.Snub \| Bridgestone.RE050A \| Bilstein.PSS9 \| LaunchVidClips \| ServotronicMod Cosmetic: CF.Splitter \| RS4Knob \| Debadged"V8" \| RS4Pedals \| VMR.19"B7.RS4s \| Eurolites \| Armourfend.Bra \| 5400kD1S XenonFogs \| PennyMod \| SmokedReflectors \| S4CaliperSpring \| RS4Grille \| OEM.EngineCovers \| LOSTLINKS :(

11-17-2004, 08:37 PM	#8
German Driver Member Account #: 74163 Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 8,344	looks great, how much $$ to purchase? __________________

11-17-2004, 08:39 PM	#9
Eddie Man AudiWorld Super User Account #: 10568 Join Date: Sep 2000 Posts: 6,558	Audi CB... Club bouy...on teh link of my original thread. ($255) __________________ 2006 S4 Avant: dolphin gray \| 6speed \| alcantara \| premium \| cold \| bose \| sirius \| navigation \| bluetooth \| parktronic \| ebony \| carbon fiber Performance: Milltek.50%NonResonated \| Milltek.DPw/HFC \| ECS.2PieceRotors \| EBC.RedStuff \| H-Sport.RS4Sways Strat.CAI \| JHM.SolidSS \| SSBrakeLines \| ECS.Snub \| Bridgestone.RE050A \| Bilstein.PSS9 \| LaunchVidClips \| ServotronicMod Cosmetic: CF.Splitter \| RS4Knob \| Debadged"V8" \| RS4Pedals \| VMR.19"B7.RS4s \| Eurolites \| Armourfend.Bra \| 5400kD1S XenonFogs \| PennyMod \| SmokedReflectors \| S4CaliperSpring \| RS4Grille \| OEM.EngineCovers \| LOSTLINKS :(

11-17-2004, 08:39 PM	#10
Eddie Man AudiWorld Super User Account #: 10568 Join Date: Sep 2000 Posts: 6,558	Tanks ! http://forums.audiworld.com/a4gen2/msgs/727808.phtml __________________ 2006 S4 Avant: dolphin gray \| 6speed \| alcantara \| premium \| cold \| bose \| sirius \| navigation \| bluetooth \| parktronic \| ebony \| carbon fiber Performance: Milltek.50%NonResonated \| Milltek.DPw/HFC \| ECS.2PieceRotors \| EBC.RedStuff \| H-Sport.RS4Sways Strat.CAI \| JHM.SolidSS \| SSBrakeLines \| ECS.Snub \| Bridgestone.RE050A \| Bilstein.PSS9 \| LaunchVidClips \| ServotronicMod Cosmetic: CF.Splitter \| RS4Knob \| Debadged"V8" \| RS4Pedals \| VMR.19"B7.RS4s \| Eurolites \| Armourfend.Bra \| 5400kD1S XenonFogs \| PennyMod \| SmokedReflectors \| S4CaliperSpring \| RS4Grille \| OEM.EngineCovers \| LOSTLINKS :(

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