Originally Posted By: bprimerano
I have a 99 Saturn SL2. I wanted to try to build a new wiring harness that would deliver more power to the headlights. I used MOSFET power transistors rather than relays that are normally used. I have not installed it yet, so I can't comment on reliability, but I did try it long enough to get some voltage readings.
Low beams
Stock 11.94 volts 47.8 watts 788 Lumens
New 13.95 volts 65.3 watts 1340 Lumens
High beams
Stock 11.76 volts 54.8 watts 1275 Lumens
New 13.60 volts 73.5 watts 2095 Lumens
Add to this the fact that the low beams stay on with the high, and visibility is greatly improved.
I cheat. I just use my dremel and modify a 9005 to fit in a 9006 socket and plug. Higher wattagea and dosen't have the tip covered so more light gets to the reflector. Much nicer low beams.
I have a 99 Saturn SL2. I wanted to try to build a new wiring harness that would deliver more power to the headlights. I used MOSFET power transistors rather than relays that are normally used. I have not installed it yet, so I can't comment on reliability, but I did try it long enough to get some voltage readings.
Low beams
Stock 11.94 volts 47.8 watts 788 Lumens
New 13.95 volts 65.3 watts 1340 Lumens
High beams
Stock 11.76 volts 54.8 watts 1275 Lumens
New 13.60 volts 73.5 watts 2095 Lumens
Add to this the fact that the low beams stay on with the high, and visibility is greatly improved.
I cheat. I just use my dremel and modify a 9005 to fit in a 9006 socket and plug. Higher wattagea and dosen't have the tip covered so more light gets to the reflector. Much nicer low beams.