How hot do HIDs get

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Nov 4, 2016 | 02:40 PM

Quedas

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How hot do HIDs get

I have a 2008 f250 and I'm looking to upgrade to either LED or HID bulbs. I saw that HID get hot and some people have said that you have to be careful it doesn't melt your housing. Is this true?

Nov 4, 2016 | 04:18 PM

fishbones182

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Yep if you have cheap headlights like spyder they will warp the lense. I know from experience. In a good quality housing with the propper projectors you should have no issue.

Nov 4, 2016 | 05:08 PM

Quedas

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Originally Posted by fishbones182

Yep if you have cheap headlights like spyder they will warp the lense. I know from experience. In a good quality housing with the propper projectors you should have no issue.

alright thanks! Looks like LED is my choice lol

Nov 4, 2016 | 05:32 PM

FordBlueHeart

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I feel like I'm repeating myself, but there are a few new threads about HIDs going on. Check out this thread for info and feedback from guys who've done it.
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1...eadlights.html