Will I purchase these again NO WAY!! But I definitely wouldnt hesitate to give TRS more business again soon, they have good service and reputation. I ended up using the 4500k debating going back to stock if they blow. (clean bulbs,use gloves and don’t touch bulb etc got it) As for price these are great, good replacement for stock perhaps. Both operated good no flickering etc, can’t say anything for the longevity yet. Beam pattern was good, beam intensity/travel distance was less than the 4500k. 2nd set:5500k expected really bright white/pure white (something in the whiter range) with hint of blue etc due to k-scale, like the advertisements stated but these are more on the very light Green/Teal/Aquamarine, it’s looks white if your staring at it up close whatever the case it really FUGLY! I was more embarrassed sporting these on my modded ISF so I removed them, runtime on these 1week. 1st set:4500k slightly brighter than stock, beam pattern was good, projection distance feel like they didn’t travel as far, they felt like a brand new set of HALOGENS practical but no character, I wanted at least look like sylvania silver stars but more intensity, runtime 1 week. Purchased set of 4500k & set of 5500k Sipaseut Maomanivongįittings for 2008 Lexus ISF-I wanted to try something new, brighter perhaps more lumens etc. Need a recommendation on parts for your project? Got a tech question? Wholesale inquiry? Contact Us If we sell it, then you bet we've put it to the test on our own cars, trucks, and bikes. Car guys world-wide know that TRS carries the internet's best selection of high performance automotive and powersport lighting products at the best prices, and we've got the best, most knowledgeable team of real enthusiasts to help back it up. Trusted: For more than a decade, we've worked hard to earn our killer reputation. These bulbs will even work with OEM Nissan/Infiniti (Matsushita/Panasonic) ballasts, which are notorious for compatibility problems on anything aftermarket.Ĭompliance: The XB replacement HID bulbs are built to industry-standard specifications and meet/exceed all SAE, DOT, and ECE requirements, making them a perfect match for a replacement bulb or upgrade! They have been tested for reliability with all ballasts from Morimoto, Denso, Hella, Bosch, and Koito and passed with ease. Reliability: Not that we recommend this for any HID bulb, but go ahead and fire it up 100 times in a row or even run it underwater for days at a time and the difference between the XB and any so called "competition" will be clear. But the latest are indeed the greatest - and they're now consistently well-aligned, which is a good thing - because it means the output is also consistently bright and uniform throughout. In the past we all agreed that precision wasn't the strong suit for the XB bulbs. Precise Alignment: Morimoto's Symmetry-Structure frame surrounds the base of the glass capsule keeping everything properly lined up, which is paramount when it comes to HID bulbs. Yeah, the Philips maintains a little longer, but this kind of longevity is unheard of in the aftermarket. In comparison to a Philips bulb with 200 hours of use the Morimoto will maintain 83% of it's intensity whereas the Philips bulb will retain 86%. Long Life: The Austrian-sourced Plansee electrodes help keep the bulbs running brighter for longer. In our Comparison to the big brands Morimoto's XB capsule ran with the best of em! No, you're not seeing things here, but yes you will be seeing everything at night. Using high quality halide salts from German-supplier Messer the bulbs produce nearly the same lumin Osity (intensity) as the amazing Osram CBI bulbs at 5500K. Lumin Osity: At the heart of the XB D4S bulbs is their perfectly aligned 100% Philips quartz glass that houses a capsule from APL-USA. Compatible with 35W and 55W: The XB's will produce more lumens, last longer, project farther, and look better doing it. Sure we think the options from Philips and Osram are great too, but when it comes to bang for the buck - nothing compares to the Morimoto XB HID lineup. No Comparison: When it comes to HID bulbs, Morimoto has always brought us the best in the aftermarket, and their latest examples are no exception.