Any "swap" options for 9007 bulbs?

[Klutch9]

Are there any other bulbs that give higher output that fit into a 9007 socket? On my last car, I did the 9005 into the 9006 mod, and the difference was incredible. Now, YES I know that wasn't legal. I did however look at my car from the opposite direction down the road, and the glare was not bad. I do not believe anyone ever flashed their lights at me either. I'm also a person who absolutely hates HID bulbs in halogen housings; the glare is unreal.

Now that that's out of the way... I know that 9004 bulbs fit into a 9007 housing (different pin wiring though) but that'd be going a step down. Are there any other options? Any adapter shims or anything? Just curious. I am pretty happy with my current Xtravision bulbs that fit "properly", but am always looking for better light, since I drive on a lot of deer-infested, hilly roads.

 

[sciphi]

Not much else besides a HID projector retrofit. That isn't too hard, but it is pricey.

 

[someguy]

Philips Xtreme power are decent but probably similar to Xtravision. There are also Philips Crystalvision but I haven't tried those yet.

 

[Hokiefyd]

You definitely would not want to use an HB1 (9004) where an HB5 (9007) is supposed to go. The HB1 uses transverse filaments and the HB5 uses axial filaments. The required reflector/lens optics would be completely different for the two different bulb applications.

Your only real option is better bulbs. The Philips Vision Plus is most comparable to Sylvania Xtravision.

 

[typ901]

http://www.rallylights.com/SearchResult.aspx?CategoryID=14

http://store.candlepower.com/bfcopotphxtp.html

Philips X-Treme Power are DOT approved, and are 2100 lumens vs 1350 for standard bulb.

 

[2004tdigls]

these are very bright , i use them in my 2004 jetta

http://www.ebay.ca/itm/9007-100W-HID-Xen...=item2568e77f2d

 

[Smokescreen]

Using an HID kit would be akin to using a wrongly positioned filament bulb like Hokiefyd mentioned. Plus its illegal. Remember precise positioning of the filament is needed to maintain proper beam integrity and pattern. Even off by <1mm and the result is unwanted reflections and glare.

 

[UG_Passat]

Originally Posted By: Smokescreen
Using an HID kit would be akin to using a wrongly positioned filament bulb like Hokiefyd mentioned. Plus its illegal. Remember precise positioning of the filament is needed to maintain proper beam integrity and pattern. Even off by div>


2004tdigls linked to a heavily blue tinted 9007 bulb that is 80/100w, not HID's.

 

[Klutch9]

Originally Posted By: 2004tdigls
these are very bright , i use them in my 2004 jetta

http://www.ebay.ca/itm/9007-100W-HID-Xen...=item2568e77f2d


I've considered running 100/80watt bulbs before, but I'm always afraid of the higher wattage causing heat problems in my reflector housing. I ran 80 watt 9006 bulbs in my Grand Am and had no problems, but I was also willing to take more chances with that car since it was older. I do have a relay-switched harness in my Focus, so inadequate wiring wouldn't be an issue.

 

[Smokescreen]

Originally Posted By: UG_Passat
Originally Posted By: Smokescreen
Using an HID kit would be akin to using a wrongly positioned filament bulb like Hokiefyd mentioned. Plus its illegal. Remember precise positioning of the filament is needed to maintain proper beam integrity and pattern. Even off by div>


2004tdigls linked to a heavily blue tinted 9007 bulb that is 80/100w, not HID's.



Whoops, I saw HID in the link and went....after I clicked the link just now I just

...there isn't anything right or good about that bulb other than its key-way...

Definitely heat should be a consideration...not only for the wiring, but the actual housing and reflector material. I have seen pics where it turned the shiny surface above the bulb to a dull gray from the heat...rendering the entire enclosure worthless.

 

[2004tdigls]

this has not happened to either the harness or the bulb holder, they do run hotter, but not dangerously so

 

[Smokescreen]

For continued quality control and best performance, my recommendation would be the Philips Extreme Power bulb.

Here is a forum that provides an 'enlightening' read. Very polite crew and very informed. http://www.candlepowerforums.com/vb/forumdisplay.php?87-Automotive

 

[Vikas]

Putting a tinted bulb is "retarded" if you know anything about the physics involved.

 

[2004tdigls]

the bulb looks blue when the power is off, lol

when the power is on it produces a white light

 

[urchin]

Originally Posted By: 2004tdigls
the bulb looks blue when the power is off, lol

when the power is on it produces a white light


Problem is that any time you put a filter on a bulb it DECREASES the light output. The blue coating reduces the amount of total light.

For best light output always use an UNcoated glass bulb.

 

[Klutch9]

Originally Posted By: urchin
Originally Posted By: 2004tdigls
the bulb looks blue when the power is off, lol

when the power is on it produces a white light


Problem is that any time you put a filter on a bulb it DECREASES the light output. The blue coating reduces the amount of total light.

For best light output always use an UNcoated glass bulb.


This is true, especially of the blue tinted bulbs. Halogen filament bulbs (at least for automotive applications) produce a spectrum of light that includes a very small amount of pure white, violet, and blue light. On the other hand, the majority of light produced is yellow, orange, soft white, and other similar colors. So when you have a bulb with the blue filter coating, you are filtering out most of the usable light. Bulbs with a yellow filter coating, while still filtering out some of the usable light (blues, violets, pure whites), still let most of the usable light through.