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Old Jan 27, 2010 | 08:36 AM
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I have a stock 99 xj and im looking to replace the mis-matched headlights. Can anyone recommend bright replacement lights or a conversion kit to the newer bright lights?
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Old Jan 27, 2010 | 09:01 AM
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Search "headlight upgrade" here and elsewhere. There is 1000's of threads covering this. Make sure you start with the wiring harness upgrade first
http://www.eautoworks.com/product-eA...com-189849.htm
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Old Jan 27, 2010 | 05:01 PM
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I just recently replaced mine also. I'd go with this conversion with silverstar bulbs. you dont need to do anything with the wiring its just plug and play. you wont be dissapointed http://www.quadratec.com/products/97009_501.htm
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Old Jan 27, 2010 | 05:08 PM
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i know there is a thread on here how to install HID if your interested look for it they look awesome.
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Old Jan 27, 2010 | 05:36 PM
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do a hid conversion, its really easy and definately worth it!
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Old Jan 27, 2010 | 07:16 PM
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Originally Posted by bossxj
do a hid conversion, its really easy and definately worth it!
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I did the conversion housings on my jeep with 90W low beam bulbs...i put HID's on my Chevy 2500...the hid kit was 90 shipped.

Hids were hands down WAY!!! brighter than my 90 w bulbs. Hids are plug and play....Get a conversion housing with reflectors in them or else they will be hard to aim and the beam will be spotted......
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Old Jan 27, 2010 | 07:22 PM
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best lights for the money http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/79-01-JEEP-CHEROKEE-EURO-200mm-H4-H6054-HEADLIGHTS_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQhashZitem4ce8f6e309QQ itemZ330326008585QQptZMotorsQ5fCarQ5fTruckQ5fParts Q5fAccessories
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Old Jan 27, 2010 | 07:29 PM
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autopal is $hit made in india.....bout 2 sets from this very Ebay seller...both cracked! he kept saying "rocks" or something hit the lense...on my second set now and there cracked! When i install Hids in the jeep i will install a different housing.....
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Old Jan 27, 2010 | 07:56 PM
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Originally Posted by 98 JeepJeep
autopal is $hit made in india.....bout 2 sets from this very Ebay seller...both cracked! he kept saying "rocks" or something hit the lense...on my second set now and there cracked! When i install Hids in the jeep i will install a different housing.....
i never had a problem and neither has anyone else i talked to about em , i think there great
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Old Jan 27, 2010 | 09:00 PM
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Originally Posted by DEVILSTOY
i never had a problem and neither has anyone else i talked to about em , i think there great
I have to agree. I feel this was one of the best buys ive had yet on my unit...

I DID have one crack, at the seam, due to me not having it totally tight in the metal retainer......took since last march to do so though.....thats a long time bumping around in there lol......

They hold up to 100/90 Watt bulbs pretty good too.

Personally I like these casings with the HD headlight harness and 100/90W light combo....its a 100% difference!

Casings, bulbs, and harness can be had for around a grand total of 105$ shipped to your door.
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Old Jan 27, 2010 | 09:58 PM
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Originally Posted by storm101
They hold up to 100/90 Watt bulbs pretty good too.
thats what i though my problem was...just my 90/100 watt bulbs were to hott...but after the second set im gonna try the projector style ebay sells..
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Old Jan 27, 2010 | 10:09 PM
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Originally Posted by 98 JeepJeep
thats what i though my problem was...just my 90/100 watt bulbs were to hott...but after the second set im gonna try the projector style ebay sells..
dont do it , i had a set before i got the autopals , and they're horriable , ill give em to you if you wana see for your self
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Old Jan 27, 2010 | 10:27 PM
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Originally Posted by DEVILSTOY
dont do it , i had a set before i got the autopals , and they're horriable , ill give em to you if you wana see for your self
how so? lol i just placed my order
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