Originally posted by gnehc1
what's the difference in D2R and D2S and how do you know what kit you have? what kit is better?
D2S doesn't have the strip on the bulb. D2S is made for HID projectors. D2R has a strip on the bulb that blocks light and is used in HID housing. A good example is the Acura TL, CL, IS300, and the Lexus all use D2R. BMW and most Mercedes that have HID projector uses D2S. Look at the picture it should be straight forward. For more information
www.hidforum.com has lots of information.
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www.suvlights.com which I highly recommend.:thumbup:
Avoid cheap kits even though the cheap price may be tempting. Go with kits made by companies that make HID for OEM cars. OSRAM, BOSCH, Philips, Panasonic, Mashushita (sp?), Hella, and I believe Catz. Some of the HID kits may be a mix of parts from different companies so just because the ballast says Philips doesn't mean the bulb is Philips as well. For more information
www.hidforum.com has lots of information.
There is members on that forum that are reputable sellers of HID kits and retrofits and they not only sell their HID stuff but they know their HID stuff. They don't bs around just to make a sale.
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