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HID's, don't run over-watt S80 2002

posted by  davidm on  Sat Nov 2 02:10 CST 2002
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E-codes can be gotten from some dealers; you might also call the place where I got mine (Precision Volvo, Rowley MA, 978.948.7778 - indy shop, knowledgeable about lighting issues, busy....so you'll probably have to leave a message).

I can't say what's involved in the S80, but the change is easy on 850/70, where the lens is interchangeable (cost me $240 for the pair). But I can say that I have seen quite a few S80's, new V70's, and S60's with E-code lenses. Their distinctive markings are fluted lenses, and the telltale (E) in a circle embossed on the glass.

I upgraded my H1's to VisionPlus, also, but that probably wasn't necessary once I had the E-codes....the E-codes throw a lot of light to the sides, one of the improvements I've traditionally needed foglights for. I did not upgrade the high beams: with E-code lenses, high beams with stock halogens light up the night like landing lights on a 747.

If E-codes prove impractical, one of the most important foglight mods you might consider is finding a way to move them an inch or so forward so you get the sideways illumination being blocked by the recessed cavity they're in.






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