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Headlight replacement for 850. 850

posted by  ceti on  Sun Dec 28 22:20 CST 2003
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Hello all:

I have a '96 850 GLT with the standard headlights installed. I love those blue/whiteish looking headlights out there on the newer Volvo's. How would I get mine to look like those? Do I need to buy new bulbs, and if so, where? Or do I need to get a special casing somewhere? I had another car before and got blue bulbs for it, and they were too blue! I think those lights on the new ones are more white then anything.

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    Headlight replacement for 850. 850

    posted by  acd483 on  Mon Dec 29 02:52 CST 2003
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    It depends on whether you really want better light output or you want the "look" of better light output.

    If you want better light pattern, buy the e-code lenses. I have them and they really do make a difference. The light is nicely cut off and sheds more light toward the side of the road.

    If you want the look, buy the bulbs and forget the lenses.
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    '94 855 2.4 Sportwagon

    Jet Black/Beige Leather . 5-spd . 16" Meteors . E-code lamps & sidemarkers








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    Headlight replacement for 850. 850

    posted by  WatsonMD on  Mon Dec 29 01:19 CST 2003
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    The blue type lights that you are referring to are HIDs (High Intensity Discharge). To truly convert to these costs somewhere between $600-1,000. It requires quite a bit of component upgrade as they are hot (temperature). Besides, I recall NHTSB or DOT suspending the sales of aftermarket HID conversion kits.

    The next option is to convert to a bluish standard bulb - very cheesey and very ricey. My opinion - stick with a pair of PIAAs or Sylvania Silverstars. Also consider upgrading the headlight lenses with E-code lenses.

    Just some thoughts/opinions

    Andrew







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