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Old Jul 1, 2014 | 08:04 AM
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Now I need BULB recommendations !!

New thread perhaps ?
I run Silverstar Ultras on my Jeep, they shine pretty good.
 
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Silveratars were always slightly brighter than OEM. However they don't last long. Even says so on the package. I replaced them about once a year.

You can get Hella hulbs (only for 2005+ trucks) or Phillips Xtreme bulbs for about 1/2 the cost and they are just as bright.

Right now I am running 'Lifetime LED' led bulbs. Much brighter than any halogen bulb I've used, and more reliable than HIDs. More pricy than halogens at around $130-150 for a quality set.
 
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Old Jul 1, 2014 | 10:59 AM
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Cool that the lifetime LEDs have a warranty.

How do you decide which of their bulbs to use ?
 
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Old Jul 1, 2014 | 11:19 AM
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Originally Posted by Mattb60
Cool that the lifetime LEDs have a warranty.

How do you decide which of their bulbs to use ?
Use the same type of bulb that you would normally use. For example an H13/9008. Consult your owners manual or aftermarket bulb guide for proper bulb type.
 
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Old Jul 1, 2014 | 11:45 AM
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Originally Posted by A/Ox4
Silveratars were always slightly brighter than OEM. However they don't last long. Even says so on the package. I replaced them about once a year.

You can get Hella hulbs (only for 2005+ trucks) or Phillips Xtreme bulbs for about 1/2 the cost and they are just as bright.

Right now I am running 'Lifetime LED' led bulbs. Much brighter than any halogen bulb I've used, and more reliable than HIDs. More pricy than halogens at around $130-150 for a quality set.
The Philips are great. They're almost as good as HIDs without the ridiculous glare, inexpensive, and legal. No problem with them burning out like the Silverstars.
 
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They're almost as good as HIDs
This was not my experience but they were am improvement. My LEDs replaced them and mucho bueno.
 
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Old Jul 2, 2014 | 12:25 PM
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I've had luck with the philips but my favorites so far are the PIAA Xtreme Whites. Great throw and beam.
 
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Old Jul 2, 2014 | 12:42 PM
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I like PIAA too, great light
 
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