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Great idea for the thread and thanks for putting it together!
I do want to talk about the point below
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Is it okay to install HID bulbs without projectors?
NO! Having HID's in halogen housings is similar to driving around with your brights on all the time. You will be blinding everyone on the road and its just inconsiderate.
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I don't agree with this 100%. I do agree that a projector is a much much better way of running a HID bulb but they can be installed in Halogen housings if you do the correct setup.
I ran a 35w Hi/Lo setup with the bulb cutoff sheilds for about 4 years before i did a projector retrofit. Not once did i get flashed and i have been in other vehicles and had my truck behind me and pass me going the opposite way and i never felt like it was overly bright or blinding.
Like i said, A retrofit is a much better way of going but i think the blanket statement of "all HID bulbs in halogen housings are blinding and dangerous" isn't true. As long as you stick to a 35w kit with cutoff sheilds and have your headlights properly aimed, you won't be blinding people.
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12-20-2013, 12:15 PM
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I guess is should post mine up too
morrimito D2s 5k bulbls. Gatling Shrouds( the big ones) Believe or not, i'm still running the DDM apexicone ballasts/relay i bought when i first did the retrofit a couple years ago! I also wired some LED's into the housings which BTW are the OEM housings
my build
Planning my Projector retrofit
Retrofit source is building some sick new projectors i cant wait to try out! they are square, and i think they should look killer in our lights!!! All i'm missing now to do this is the funds!!
here are my pics
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and i just love this pic!!
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12-20-2013, 06:40 PM
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That looks wicked sweet!
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Thanks man! I have so little room on this thing wiring it was a PITA.
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12-23-2013, 07:43 PM
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ok i guess ill post my setup. specs as follows.
Real Japanese Hilux Surf Spec Headlights
LS460 Bixenon modified Solenoids and high beam shield
100mm Led Rings
H4 wiring harness
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good old Hella Gen III's
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12-23-2013, 09:15 PM
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Pictures all updated. 
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09-25-2014, 06:08 PM
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Not sure how long these have been out, but I just got an email today from DDM about their retrofit projectors. Any thoughts on these?
DDM Tuning: HID and LED Lighting
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09-25-2014, 11:13 PM
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Those last pics look sick MTD!
If anyone is interested in a pair of barely used Phillips OEM bulbs for half off TRS cost please PM me. I have the receipt and they are still under the 2 year warranty.
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@ Yoter
Please add this to the first post
BrianSD_42 's Morimoto Mini D2S 3.0 Panorama Halo Retrofit DIY ***Complete Guide***
BrianSD_42 's Morimoto Mini D2S 3.0 Panorama Halo Retrofit DIY Journey
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Finally bought everything. I got the Mini H1 Kit from TRS along with everything else from the controller to HID's. I paid around ~$250 for everything with a 20% off promotion for Memorial Day. Received it Friday and installed on Saturday along with DEPO clear corners from eBay.
4500k bulbs. They look yellow in the pics but they're pure white at night. I went for most visible light output over bluish HID's. Honestly, I can't recommend it enough. The headlight output before this was horrible. I've only owned the car for since February and I couldn't stand it anymore.
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12-28-2016, 03:38 AM
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I just ordered a set of the new Morimoto Mini D2S 4.0 projectors. The current plan is to put together a new retrofit with Amber Halos. I plan on selling either the new retrofit or my current FX-R retrofit when this is all done.
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I just ordered a set of the new Morimoto Mini D2S 4.0 projectors. The current plan is to put together a new retrofit with Amber Halos. I plan on selling either the new retrofit or my current FX-R retrofit when this is all done.
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Brian, I'd love to see your exact parts order if you care to share. Sounds like exactly what I'd like to do.
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Sure. Below is what I ordered. I used the 15% xmaslights code which ended last night. You can also do the group buy on TW for up to 25% off or wait until new years for the new year's code which will likely be 10-20%.
The first thing I recommend is creating an account at TRS and a shopping cart. Then they will have your email and forward you the discount codes as they roll in. Alternatively just look at their Facebook page on 31st for the code.
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I'm looking for a retrofit for a 2000 toyota 4runner with glass lenses not sure if there a way I can get a hold of you still since this thread is so old
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