Question about HID headlight conversion.

MiB@100-2.3NF-91 · 10-15-2005, 04:47 PM

Hello guys!

Since that is not soo expensive right now, I have an idea about installing HID xenon headlamps. I want to keep 100-look alike and hi-beams.

But there is no bi-xenon (low/hi-beams) for 9004.
Bi-xenon exist in H4 and others. So, that if I buy euro 100 headlights (which are H4's) and install xenon kit. Especially euro headlights have more adjustments and better light pattern. Will it work out and what else do I need for such conversion?

p.s. I'm not planning go crazy way as Adam Mowafy did.
At least not yet.

Adam Mowafy · 10-15-2005, 05:06 PM

"audi-bahston" is attempting the same conversion as well.

MiB@100-2.3NF-91 · 10-15-2005, 05:18 PM

Only thing is scaring me about going crazy as you did is glass replacement and overall cost.

fivespeeda6er · 10-15-2005, 05:21 PM

Go to the following link, don't just stick HID bulbs in euro lights.

Lighting FAQ

MiB@100-2.3NF-91 · 10-15-2005, 05:50 PM

Than how come all those sellers are selling HID kits off eBay on a "plug-in-play" basis?

Black-Wolf · 10-15-2005, 05:58 PM

I have a pic or 2 of them..
I did have to modify a few things but they work great and I havent been flashed yet.

MiB@100-2.3NF-91 · 10-15-2005, 06:01 PM

So, was direct fit, without any additional schields? Nobody going to flash at me, my car is lowered and front sits even lower

Black-Wolf · 10-15-2005, 06:03 PM

I had to remove the sheilds for the halogen bulbs as they hit the hids. I have a nice flat pattern beam and no, I dont get flashed. But I have turbo lights, I cannot vouch for how well the non-turbo lights will work.

Adam Mowafy · 10-15-2005, 06:09 PM

which is the main reason why we cant see **** on the road with them. lol

HID's are supposed to have a distinct beam cutoff. theres so much light, it has to be put only where the driver needs it.

heres mine in the garage:

Black-Wolf · 10-15-2005, 06:13 PM

Yea I agree, but the euro lenses have the cutoff built in. I have a pattern very similar to yours.

10-15-2005, 05:06 PM	#2
Adam Mowafy AudiWorld Super User Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Jan 2003 Posts: 2,856	when you decide to go the crazy way, I might be able to offer some hints. "audi-bahston" is attempting the same conversion as well. __________________ Adam in Michigan -90 Audi V8 Quattro V8 twin turbo -90 Audi V8 Quattro -80 Scout II complete fiberglass conversion -72 Ford Maverick w/302 -72 Honda CB550

10-15-2005, 05:18 PM	#3
MiB@100-2.3NF-91 Junior Member Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Apr 2003 Posts: 874	Thanks! :) Only thing is scaring me about going crazy as you did is glass replacement and overall cost. __________________ Toronto, Canada '91 Audi 100, NF, 4-speed auto '86 Audi 5000 CS Turbo Quattro, 3B IC, Boxerfan's WG 2.0bar spring, Boxerfan's ECU Chip, Bosh diverter valve, K&N stock location.

10-15-2005, 05:21 PM	#4
fivespeeda6er New Member Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Jul 2003 Posts: 132	Re: Question about HID headlight conversion. Go to the following link, don't just stick HID bulbs in euro lights. Lighting FAQ

10-15-2005, 05:50 PM	#5
MiB@100-2.3NF-91 Junior Member Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Apr 2003 Posts: 874	Than how come... Than how come all those sellers are selling HID kits off eBay on a "plug-in-play" basis? __________________ Toronto, Canada '91 Audi 100, NF, 4-speed auto '86 Audi 5000 CS Turbo Quattro, 3B IC, Boxerfan's WG 2.0bar spring, Boxerfan's ECU Chip, Bosh diverter valve, K&N stock location.

10-15-2005, 05:58 PM	#6
Black-Wolf Junior Member Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Mar 2004 Posts: 1,444	I did HIDs in my turbo euros.. work great. I have a pic or 2 of them.. I did have to modify a few things but they work great and I havent been flashed yet. __________________ Charlotte, MI 2002 A6 2.7T 6speed Sport RS4 Clutch 1994 UrS4 Black/Ecru Lots o'Mods (for sale)

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10-15-2005, 06:01 PM	#7
MiB@100-2.3NF-91 Junior Member Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Apr 2003 Posts: 874	So, was it direct fit... So, was direct fit, without any additional schields? Nobody going to flash at me, my car is lowered and front sits even lower __________________ Toronto, Canada '91 Audi 100, NF, 4-speed auto '86 Audi 5000 CS Turbo Quattro, 3B IC, Boxerfan's WG 2.0bar spring, Boxerfan's ECU Chip, Bosh diverter valve, K&N stock location.

10-15-2005, 06:03 PM	#8
Black-Wolf Junior Member Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Mar 2004 Posts: 1,444	Re: So, was it direct fit... I had to remove the sheilds for the halogen bulbs as they hit the hids. I have a nice flat pattern beam and no, I dont get flashed. But I have turbo lights, I cannot vouch for how well the non-turbo lights will work. __________________ Charlotte, MI 2002 A6 2.7T 6speed Sport RS4 Clutch 1994 UrS4 Black/Ecru Lots o'Mods (for sale)

10-15-2005, 06:09 PM	#9
Adam Mowafy AudiWorld Super User Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Jan 2003 Posts: 2,856	im sure there is some glare, the DOT lens is designed to throw light everywhere which is the main reason why we cant see **** on the road with them. lol HID's are supposed to have a distinct beam cutoff. theres so much light, it has to be put only where the driver needs it. heres mine in the garage: __________________ Adam in Michigan -90 Audi V8 Quattro V8 twin turbo -90 Audi V8 Quattro -80 Scout II complete fiberglass conversion -72 Ford Maverick w/302 -72 Honda CB550

10-15-2005, 06:13 PM	#10
Black-Wolf Junior Member Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Mar 2004 Posts: 1,444	Re: im sure there is some glare, the DOT lens is designed to throw light everywhere Yea I agree, but the euro lenses have the cutoff built in. I have a pattern very similar to yours. __________________ Charlotte, MI 2002 A6 2.7T 6speed Sport RS4 Clutch 1994 UrS4 Black/Ecru Lots o'Mods (for sale)

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