Replacing the lights on my GQ

[gavinsell]

HI guys
i currently have the standard lights in my gq and one is smashed, so im thinking is it worth getting something brighter or better, even though i have driving lights.
has anyone done this or have info on where is the right place to look.?

Thanks

[Maxhead]

Not sure if you have seal beams or not

You could upgrade the globes to 50% brighter globes available from most auto shops..some thing like this : http://www.narva.com.au/products/bro...ormance-globes

Or you can go to HID's which are great but you might hacve to lower your beam down a bit so you don't blind oncoming traffic ..something like this: http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/55W-Hi-Lo...#ht_5094wt_951

My personal opinion would be to keep the frequency of the light low like 4300 or 5300k. This should reduce glare of signs, etc and also better on your eyes

[patch697]

I don't know where your from mate but give this bloke a try: http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forum...848-big_fletch

He's a member here so if you tell him you are too & you got he's info from here Im sure he'll look after you.

[Silver]

if you play in mud and don't get sealed beams, make sure the back of the light is sealed - eg where there is provision for a parking light fitting

[AB]

As Patch said mate, get a hold of Big_fletch I put on some 55w HID's and they are amazing!!!!

[gavinsell]

Thanks heaps NissPat that is a great help. im liking the sound of HID lights as im in the country and extra light never goes astray.LOL. but how hard is the install ( im a practical person as i am a builder but im just a beginner at automotive stuff)

Silver im not exactly sure what you mean buy 'sealed beams' mentioned above im a beginner at auto stuff...haha

[AB]

I watched Fletcha install mine and if someone (ar achem....Fletch) was to briefly explain how to install it I would say It's a pretty straight forward job....haha

Sealed beams just means the casing behind the light is all sealed up so no water / mud gets in.

Fletcha just siliconed the back of my lights but after going through a large mud hole I did fill up one of the lights with muddy water as we forgot to seal up one of the lights which stains the inside and is a nightmare to get out again....

[big_fletch]

HID kits are easy to install, everything is all plug and play and they usually come with instructions as well.. Could do it all yourself in an hour or 2 over a few cold ones lol.. You basically change the globes over, mount the little ballast box somewhere near the light and plug in the wiring thats supplied.. Run the red wire to the POS + of the battery and job done

[-ET 4wd-]

Definately go the HID inserts gavinsell!
and while ya at it hit ebay up for some 7 inch 'crystal lights'!
as big_fletch said it is pretty self explanitory! if ya can change oil and a filter then you are over-quallified!...or if ya in Sth Oz i would be happy to do it for ya if you source all the gear.
I have them in my GU, the missus Zook and my GQ race car.

here's a pic with the HID's off and the 'crystal lights' ( this is my race car)



and with the HID's on....they bright!



Worth the effort! i hardy use high beam anymore, no use!

Have fun,

Steve.

[gavinsell]

Thanks heaps boys. a tone of info there and i have already found the crystal lights you have on your truck et4wd! this has been a great help and i will take picks when do the install... as we all love picies!! the install sounds rather simple to big fletch thanks for that!!