HID xenondepot install guide

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This DIY shows how to install HID lights into your new civic

http://www.8thcivic.com/forums/showp...28&postcount=1

[Ep3racer954]

awesome man, thanks for the post

[twistedframe]

they look awesome. great write up keep 'em coming

[Wicked_Stylz]

No drilling at all? Is the Install reversable? I miss my S2000 HID and want some again. I'm just wondering what the best options are.. Right now, looks like these. Is there a JDM projector replacement. I heard there was? Myth maybe. How much were those HIDs?

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looks like they cost about 379 on the xenon depot website. He'll have to answer the other stuff, but I don't think he had any drilling etc.

[unplugged]

no drilling, and very easy to go back to factory bulbs to pass inspection.

Installation can vary from 1.5-3 hours.

[unplugged]

i paid like 405 shipped.. i got the 4300k kit.. They look great, just like the S2000, STI's, EVO's, etc.. you'll need to rig up something around the bulbs to project them.

Once the weather gets warmer I will do it for my car and do a write up.

[Wicked_Stylz]

Awesome!!!! I miss my projectors that's For sure!

[2RotorMotor]

Why do you have to remove the entire assembly?

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Originally Posted by 2RotorMotor

Why do you have to remove the entire assembly?

assembly?

[2RotorMotor]

Originally Posted by unplugged

assembly?

WHOLE LIGHT.

[unplugged]

yes, it makes it easier since you have to screw in the bulbs since the ones used do not just twist and turn...

[SpEEd64]

The install of my Kaixen 6000K HID kit took less than 30 minutes to do. No need to drill, no need to cut wires, no need to take off the front bumper, or take off any wheels. It was very quick and easy.

Here's a run-through of how I installed it:

1) Jack up the car high enough so that there is enough room to take the clips off the fenderwall lining and push it back.
2) Remove the stock bulb.
3) Insert the HID bulb.
4) Connect all the wiring. (Note: With the Kaixen HID kit there is no cutting of wires, no wires that connect to the battery, ot any wires that ground it. It is a completely plug and play kit which makes the install very easy).
5) Mount the ballasts underneath the front fenders using industrial strength velcro for ease of removing it later if you wish too. And trust me, this stuff is very strong so there really is no chance of it falling off.
6) Zip tie some of the wires together to make it look more organized.
7) Put the clips back for the fenderwall lining and lower the car. You are done.
8) Turn on your HID's and admire how they look.

Plus, the Kaixen kits can be had for $300 shipped or less, so they are a great deal. They are high quality and come with a 1 year warranty, I definitely recommend them!

I hope this helps someone interested in HIDs for their civic.

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Originally Posted by SpEEd64

The install of my Kaixen 6000K HID kit took less than 30 minutes to do. No need to drill, no need to cut wires, no need to take off the front bumper, or take off any wheels. It was very quick and easy.

Here's a run-through of how I installed it:

1) Jack up the car high enough so that there is enough room to take the clips off the fenderwall lining and push it back.
2) Remove the stock bulb.
3) Insert the HID bulb.
4) Connect all the wiring. (Note: With the Kaixen HID kit there is no cutting of wires, no wires that connect to the battery, ot any wires that ground it. It is a completely plug and play kit which makes the install very easy).
5) Mount the ballasts underneath the front fenders using industrial strength velcro for ease of removing it later if you wish too. And trust me, this stuff is very strong so there really is no chance of it falling off.
6) Zip tie some of the wires together to make it look more organized.
7) Put the clips back for the fenderwall lining and lower the car. You are done.
8) Turn on your HID's and admire how they look.

Plus, the Kaixen kits can be had for $300 shipped or less, so they are a great deal. They are high quality and come with a 1 year warranty, I definitely recommend them!

I hope this helps someone interested in HIDs for their civic.

if my bulbs would've twisted in or snapped in, i would've been done as fast. But i had to screw them in since the design was different even though it was the right bulb.

[CivicDude]

I've had the XD kit on my previous cars and have no complaints!

Definitely worth the money!

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Originally Posted by CivicDude

I've had the XD kit on my previous cars and have no complaints!

Definitely worth the money!

yes they are! One of the best kits out there too.. the ballasts are top notch from Philips

[06CivEXJon]

So uh,what model or whatever HID's are these? like model or part number? thanks i'd like either 6000k or 8000k but would like to know what the part name is.

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Originally Posted by 06CivEXJon

So uh,what model or whatever HID's are these? like model or part number? thanks i'd like either 6000k or 8000k but would like to know what the part name is.

4300k

[06CivEXJon]

So just 4300 k? I went on xenon depot and they have alot on there but, its confusing and it doesnt say for what car or model its for they just list alot of HID's and part numbers. How are sylvania silverstars compared to HIDs? because our cars have halogens correct? HID's will be much more times brighter then silverstars? or?

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Originally Posted by 06CivEXJon

So just 4300 k? I went on xenon depot and they have alot on there but, its confusing and it doesnt say for what car or model its for they just list alot of HID's and part numbers. How are sylvania silverstars compared to HIDs? because our cars have halogens correct? HID's will be much more times brighter then silverstars? or?

With HID kits, they are pretty much universal but they can be and will still fit on your vehicle as long as you get the matching size bulbs. The HID kit plugs into the factory wiring. Then a relay is connected with another wire that goes straight to the battery. When you turn the headlights on, the relay is in a sense triggered to grab the power from the battery since more current is needed then the factory wire can supply, so its enough to power the ballasts.

XenonDepot HID Conversion Kit - 4300k is what you want. The bulb size for the low beams are HB4 (Honda) or 9006 (Universal).