HID retrofit discussion - Page 2

mike55112 · 12-03-2008

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Originally Posted by sleepydsm

Are the fire related issues more to do with the housing the bulbs are put into, versus the bulbs/kits themselves? I see a lot of aftermarket headlights that say "NOT FOR HID." A friend's 2002 3 series BMW burnt to the ground with aftermarket headlights and HIDs.

His actual car!

I remember this, but did jared ever say for sure it the fire started from the HID's in his aftermarket projectors? Did his car get inspected at all after this.

**mx3twinturbo** · 12-03-2008

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Originally Posted by mike55112

I remember this, but did jared ever say for sure it the fire started from the HID's in his aftermarket projectors? Did his car get inspected at all after this.

I tried talking to him about it, around then,
but he really didn't have a great explanation of what happend.
though if I had done a shoddy wiring job and burned down my BMW, I don't think I would have admitted it either.
-Jesse

mike55112 · 12-03-2008

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Originally Posted by mx3twinturbo

I tried talking to him about it, around then,
but he really didn't have a great explanation of what happend.
though if I had done a shoddy wiring job and burned down my BMW, I don't think I would have admitted it either.
-Jesse

Maybe I will call jared and see if he actually found out that it was the Lights that caused the fire..

SnoEclipse · 12-03-2008

I can easily see a sloppy wiring job that isn't tied down vibrating and rubbing and eventually shorting out.

**asshanson** · 12-04-2008

I'm guessing he meant actual frequency since he mentioned using an oscilloscope. Though I'm not sure why, thought that was for AC only.

At-Least-It's-An-Evo · 12-04-2008

meh guys, that's why there's car insurance!

green hornet · 12-04-2008

holy! ppl he's just trying to get every one a good deal on them, if you are worried then pass on the sale! it's a simple as that

At-Least-It's-An-Evo · 12-04-2008

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Originally Posted by green hornet

holy! ppl he's just trying to get every one a good deal on them, if you are worried then pass on the sale! it's a simple as that

That's pretty much what I'm saying. I've had "cheap" HIDs in my car for two years and it's been fine. I'd buy a few sets from him just cause but I'm broke right now.

sleepydsm · 12-04-2008

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Originally Posted by green hornet

holy! ppl he's just trying to get every one a good deal on them, if you are worried then pass on the sale! it's a simple as that

Agreed.

Jakey · 12-04-2008

When I am talking about sampling frequency, I am referring to how often is the measurement device taking a measurement. I have found a couple different multi-meters at work that do not sample fast enough to catch the initial current surge that HID ballasts have. That is why I ended up using a current transducer with an oscilloscope.

**mx3twinturbo** · 12-05-2008

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Originally Posted by Jakey

When I am talking about sampling frequency, I am referring to how often is the measurement device taking a measurement. I have found a couple different multi-meters at work that do not sample fast enough to catch the initial current surge that HID ballasts have. That is why I ended up using a current transducer with an oscilloscope.

My DVOM is has a High sampling rate, with a Min max function, so If the readings are below 10A I will catch it, or blow my fuse, we will see Ill get it done soon.

xveganxcowboyx · 12-12-2008

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Originally Posted by mx3twinturbo

My DVOM is has a High sampling rate, with a Min max function, so If the readings are below 10A I will catch it, or blow my fuse, we will see Ill get it done soon.

Did you ever get around to this test? This thread is making me nervous about the 55w DDM kit in my Bimmer. They sure do spark bright when turned on...

Swifty1638 · 12-05-2008

I have the ebay black housing headlights, with the hids..wired wrong when I got them, but fixed it, and it works just fine now. Yet to have any issues.

-A. Swift