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Old Dec 2, 2015 | 01:24 AM
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Dose anybody have these lights. I like the look of them but not sure if the work well or not any info apriciated pics help to.
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Old Dec 2, 2015 | 06:37 AM
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Read this:

https://www.cherokeeforum.com/f59/my-h4-upgrade-114440/
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First off, don't get this harness unless you are going to upgrade the headlight connectors to ceramic or something better than plastic.
Running these same bulbs I had the headlight sockets melt over time. 80/100 Hella.
I would also consider buying a little bit better headlamp housings... they are ok, but break easily have have a strange pattern. Euro. Good luck!
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Here's a better harness. That write-up I linked to is a bit old, but effective.

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can you link that harness? I'm trying to upgrade my lights and all the threads/ebay links i've seen are like 3 years old and outdated.
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can you link that harness? I'm trying to upgrade my lights and all the threads/ebay links i've seen are like 3 years old and outdated.
Here ya go..http://www.ebay.com/itm/330997592807
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are the lights on the thread you linked still good? I know that thread is pretty old.. I busted a headlight and just figured it was time to get all new ones - don't need anything fancy, just some new, bright lights.
Also, that harness says it isn't compatible with my '98 XJ... Is that just an error on their side, or is it really not compatible?
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Yeah its an arror on Amazons side for the Putco.. I would go with this harness>.http://www.ebay.com/itm/330997592807

These housings
Amazon.com: GENSSI H6054 7x6 Inch 200mm Headlights Pair Uses H4 Bulbs Non-sealed H6014/h6052/h6054: Automotive Amazon.com: GENSSI H6054 7x6 Inch 200mm Headlights Pair Uses H4 Bulbs Non-sealed H6014/h6052/h6054: Automotive

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Amazon.com: HELLA H83140282 H4 12V 100/80W High Performance Xenon Blue Halogen Bulb Set: Automotive Amazon.com: HELLA H83140282 H4 12V 100/80W High Performance Xenon Blue Halogen Bulb Set: Automotive
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Thanks for the links.

In an attempt to buy everything at the same place, I found this harness on Amazon...
couple bucks cheaper also.

Amazon.com: PartsSquare H4 9003 HB2 Heavy Duty Ceramic Plug Connector Relay Wiring Headlight Harness: Automotive Amazon.com: PartsSquare H4 9003 HB2 Heavy Duty Ceramic Plug Connector Relay Wiring Headlight Harness: Automotive


Just need to find some bulbs... they are out of stock on the link you posted
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At first look that appears to be the same harness I just installed on mine and bought from dumas link.
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At first look that appears to be the same harness I just installed on mine and bought from dumas link.
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Originally Posted by John T
Thanks for the links.

In an attempt to buy everything at the same place, I found this harness on Amazon...
couple bucks cheaper also.

Amazon.com: PartsSquare H4 9003 HB2 Heavy Duty Ceramic Plug Connector Relay Wiring Headlight Harness: Automotive


Just need to find some bulbs... they are out of stock on the link you posted
I noticed the out of stock bulbs as well - if you happen to find some bulbs that will work, I'd appreciate it if you post them for me too!
EDIT: also thanks for that other harness, you just saved me $10!
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these bulbs will work
Amazon.com: HELLA HLA-H83140141 H4 12V 100/55W Halogen Bulb Off Road Use: Automotive Amazon.com: HELLA HLA-H83140141 H4 12V 100/55W Halogen Bulb Off Road Use: Automotive

Amazon.com: HELLA HLA-H83140141 H4 12V 100/55W Halogen Bulb Off Road Use: Automotive Amazon.com: HELLA HLA-H83140141 H4 12V 100/55W Halogen Bulb Off Road Use: Automotive
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just bought the harness, housing units, and 3 bulbs (1 extra in case something happens or whatever)

thanks for all the help guys! much appreciated.
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Originally Posted by j4mison
just bought the harness, housing units, and 3 bulbs (1 extra in case something happens or whatever)

thanks for all the help guys! much appreciated.
Good deal..you will be happy with the whole set up..
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