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Old Oct 21, 2005 | 10:34 AM
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Originally Posted by rugsr
Id liek to get HIDs but I hear you cant just turn them on and off like reg lights. they have to be lit for like 30 min -1hr. well what if i drive around the block or to 7-11 for soem grub. If you shut them off to early they will brake(WHAT I HEARD) anyone hear this. Also how long you think they last and what about $$$$$$$$$ on blub replacement. thats gotta hurt. What state are they illegal in, all 50? thanks
Not true. They take a few seconds to warm up to full intensity once they are ignited, but not half an hour like you heard. The bulbs I have are rated for 20,000 hours, so they will outlast a halogen bulb, but cost a lot more to replace.

All aftermarket HID kits are illegal in all 50 states.
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