h4 headlight bulb recommendation
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From: Kzoo, Michigan
Year: 1998
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0
Hey guys, i have the h4 conversion and ive been running sylvannia silver stars the expensive ones and they are constantly going out, so what do you recommend for a light bulb or what do you like or dont like?!?!
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From: LI, NY
Year: 1998
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the silverstars sold in america suck. theyre tinted blue and over-rated and blow quick like youve seen. i've tried a bunch of different bulbs (in more than one car) and have had the best luck with osram rallye 70/65 +50s. make sure you have an upgraded wiring harness for em.
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From: Mercer County, NJ
Year: 2001
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Engine: 4.0L I6 HO
I stock up on 80w Hellas for 6.99 from amazon or such. All those h4 bulbs last 6 months to a year.
I've ran Philips, silver stars, osram ones and Hellas. As long as they don't have a coating then you're good.
I've ran Philips, silver stars, osram ones and Hellas. As long as they don't have a coating then you're good.
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From: Carrollton, GA
Year: 1994
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I have had mine for a little over a year. They are Hella H4's 80/100's, haven't had one burn out yet.
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Not always true. And of course clean with alcohol. Anyone installing bulbs that doesn't do that shouldnt install a bulb. Oil grease and fingerprints act as an insulator and keep the keep boiling in one spot
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What about a drop in led light http://olympusoffroad.3dcartstores.c...air_p_161.html
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Im not denying what you said. Just saying there are bulbs out there that are factory defect. That's the reason why i stock up a few extra just in case.


