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Improvement for weak headlights?
Old 11-30-2007, 02:31 AM   #1 (permalink)
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Improvement for weak headlights?

Is there any aftermarket stuff out there that will noticeably improve the weak headlight situation on these trucks. If this has been hashed out on another thread, just point me there. Thanks.

1. Any replacement bulbs for the decidedly weak 45/55W 9004's that will not damage the stock lens and wiring? I see 80/100W bulbs available, but question whether they would damage anything. Also, 80W is a bit bright for street driving and out of consideration for other drivers, this may be a bit stiff for populated areas.

2. Does anyone make a complete replacement housing that is specifically designed for HID or at least a design that would provide better light focus.

3. I'm guessing that a 65W low beam would be quite helpful and not blind other drivers?

4. Looks like Wagner makes a 55/65W, 9004BL. Has anyone used them and are they an improvement?

5. I have the factory 55W fogs. Does anyone have specific experience with a round lamp that would fit in this 3.5-3.75 inch hole and help with this issue?

Yes, I could install another bank of well designed driving lights to substitute for low beams, but I would rather keep it simple. I already have auxiliary 100W six inch off-road beams for back road driving (all the better to see deer with). Can't even THINK about using these in populated areas as they will blind oncoming drivers. And the local constabulary frowns on that anyway.
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