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Old Oct 29, 2010 | 07:28 PM
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Currently I have factory HID low beams. Is there any reason to upgrade these bulbs? MY fogs are non HID factory as well. I guess I am just wondering if anyone has gone with aftermarket bulbs and if they are worth upgrading. Also, is 8000k too blue? I'm not looking to have an obvious aftermarket look...

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Old Oct 29, 2010 | 07:57 PM
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I am guessing that the 8000k low beam will look pretty identical to the 8000k fog. While it may be obvious aftermarket, I don't think it is too blue for a lowbeam. Heres a factory lowbeam vs. 8000k fog shot.
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Old Oct 29, 2010 | 08:20 PM
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I am guessing that the 8000k low beam will look pretty identical to the 8000k fog. While it may be obvious aftermarket, I don't think it is too blue for a lowbeam. Heres a factory lowbeam vs. 8000k fog shot.
Thanks man. It was actually your fog light post that had me thinking about this! I was amazed at how good the HID fogs turned out for you. I love the color of the 8000k. It made me think about upgrading the low beam bulbs...
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Old Oct 29, 2010 | 08:41 PM
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I'm right here! LOL. For a 2007, u need D1S bulbs. 8000K is definitely not too blue. I'll send u a PM.

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