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Old 07-06-2007, 06:02 PM
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Headlight upgrade

Wanting to upgrade my '99 lights with '04 buckets. I've heard tell of a vendor with an OEM kit with buckets and the crossover harness but I'm unable to locate it.

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Old 07-06-2007, 06:08 PM
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04? Why not go to the 05-07? Check out my gallery.
 
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Old 07-06-2007, 06:08 PM
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here is one Pure Diesel Power click here
 
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Old 07-06-2007, 11:23 PM
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I'm in agreement with empiretc, go with the 05+ lights. I recently installed some in my truck and was amazed at the difference in light output. The "crystal" 04 lights will give more than your 99 lights, but if you're going to change them, I would suggest at least looking into the 05 lights. Plus, IMO they look better.
 
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Old 07-07-2007, 10:29 AM
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OK, you've sold me. What kind/style/name of bulbs are used with these buckets?
 
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Old 07-07-2007, 11:51 AM
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They are H13 (9008) bulbs. I run Silverstars in mine.
 
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Originally Posted by jtharvey
I run Silverstars in mine.
Me too. They are really nice!
 
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Old 07-07-2007, 01:02 PM
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I got an early model 99 and my lights look like they have eye boogers so im thinking of changing out my front end to a 05 front end pretty soon anything major required to getting these headlights in or does it all jus bolt up anybody know?
 
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You gotta cut the header panel or replace it. PureDieselPower has nice instructions with pics and all. take a look.
 
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Old 07-07-2007, 05:20 PM
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does the kit from PDP come with everything? or do you still need to go get a few parts. Sounded like it came with everything.
 
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It comes with everything. BUt if you are going to cut the header panel, I suggest getting a dremel if you dont have one.
 
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Got one - thanks!. And thanks to all for the feedback. Everything's ordered, my mechanic is online - we'll do this next Friday! Thanks again for all the help!
 
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post some pics when your done!
 
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Yep- post some pics. Once you got those headlights in, you will want to do the grille and mirrors next.
 




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