HID Headlights - Taurus Car Club of America : Ford Taurus Forum

ArcticCat650H1 · 01-13-2013, 05:39 PM

The headlights in my new Taurus, suck...lol My last Taurus had bad headlights, but not this bad, and I know i can gain a little by installing a nicer headlight, but HID headlights have always ran across my mind. Is there a particular brightness you guys suggest? Or a specific brand?

Blkfordtaurusman · 01-13-2013, 06:58 PM

In some states you'll need HID compatible projectors to be legal. While pulled over by a Statie years ago in my Gen 2 GL. I had Silverstar ultras and I Knew they were bright but I didn't think they were that bright. The Statie had me turning on and off my headlights. They just don't want folks blinding people. Otherwise they sell kits to clean up the foggy yellow headlights for about $20 and for $20-$50 you can get a set of Silverstar ultras or ZXE's and call it a day. If you find someone who can make a decent HID compatible projector be a good tcca brother and let me know. Also when you buy your HID'S pay the money buy American an try to get the best warranty you can get.

blackout · 01-13-2013, 07:19 PM

For HID's I would go German....and the 6000k.

I have Japanese 8000k from vvme.com Good quality I just prefer the German one's. 6000k is more of a pure white while 8000k has the tinted blue color. I would go with the 6000k if I had buy them again.

behlinla · 01-13-2013, 07:56 PM

No need for HIDs. This is much easier: 1) Buy a headlight kit and polish the lenses to make them crystal clear again. 2) Buy new halogen bulbs (regular or extra bright) and install them. 3) Align the headlights properly (procedure in your owner's manual).

Those three things alone can double your light output. It's not that expensive either. HIDs would require a projector beam housing (you can't just put the bulbs in your existing housing), so the cost is going to be in the hundreds for HIDs.

The White Falcon · 01-13-2013, 09:41 PM

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Originally Posted by behlinla

No need for HIDs. This is much easier: 1) Buy a headlight kit and polish the lenses to make them crystal clear again. 2) Buy new halogen bulbs (regular or extra bright) and install them. 3) Align the headlights properly (procedure in your owner's manual).

Those three things alone can double your light output. It's not that expensive either. HIDs would require a projector beam housing (you can't just put the bulbs in your existing housing), so the cost is going to be in the hundreds for HIDs.

Yessir, that'll do the trick. Even putting in newer factory bulbs and aligning them will help a lot.

sheila · 01-13-2013, 09:42 PM

^+1. Then, with the $ you saved, change all the fluids/filters and do a tune-up if needed.

The White Falcon · 01-13-2013, 10:00 PM

Although, new headlight housings are only 80 bucks on eBay. I'm not sure of the quality of said housings, but it could be easier than polishing it. I'm planning on just replacing the things when I get a Taurus, assuming the AZ sun has worked it's magic on them.

Breeves002 · 01-13-2013, 10:01 PM

Just curious, what is the best headlight restoration kit?

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The White Falcon · 01-13-2013, 10:08 PM

3M 39045 - Lens Renewal Kit | O'Reilly Auto Parts

Supposed to be this, but even then it's not perfect, and it requires the most work. My father tried a cheaper variant on the Odyssey, and it wore off after a few weeks and really didn't do anything worthwhile.

Breeves002 · 01-13-2013, 10:11 PM

Well I know there are many different kits out there. I'm just curious what people have used and think work the best!

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01-13-2013, 05:39 PM	#1 (permalink)
ArcticCat650H1 Junior Member Member Number: 52191 Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Brainerd, MN Chapter: Midwest Drives: 2001 SEL 24V DOHC Wrecked ;-( Visit: My Garage Posts: 27 Trader Score: 0 reviews Rep Power: 0	HID Headlights The headlights in my new Taurus, suck...lol My last Taurus had bad headlights, but not this bad, and I know i can gain a little by installing a nicer headlight, but HID headlights have always ran across my mind. Is there a particular brightness you guys suggest? Or a specific brand?

01-13-2013, 06:58 PM	#2 (permalink)
Blkfordtaurusman Senior Member Member Number: 36955 Join Date: May 2011 Location: Chicago Il Chapter: Midwest Drives: 2004 Black Taurus w/ Tan Int. 3.0 Vulcan Visit: My Garage Posts: 864 Trader Score: 0 reviews Rep Power: 4	In some states you'll need HID compatible projectors to be legal. While pulled over by a Statie years ago in my Gen 2 GL. I had Silverstar ultras and I Knew they were bright but I didn't think they were that bright. The Statie had me turning on and off my headlights. They just don't want folks blinding people. Otherwise they sell kits to clean up the foggy yellow headlights for about $20 and for $20-$50 you can get a set of Silverstar ultras or ZXE's and call it a day. If you find someone who can make a decent HID compatible projector be a good tcca brother and let me know. Also when you buy your HID'S pay the money buy American an try to get the best warranty you can get. __________________ 1989 Ford Escort (RIP) 1988 Ford Taurus GL(RIP) 1995 Ford Taurus GL(RIP) 1993 Ford Taurus LX(RIP) 2004 Ford Taurus SES [Current ride]

01-13-2013, 07:19 PM	#3 (permalink)
blackout Member Member Number: 45382 Join Date: Jan 2012 Chapter: Midwest Drives: 2004 Ford Taurus SES 3.0 Duratec Visit: My Garage Posts: 219 Trader Score: 0 reviews Rep Power: 2	For HID's I would go German....and the 6000k. I have Japanese 8000k from vvme.com Good quality I just prefer the German one's. 6000k is more of a pure white while 8000k has the tinted blue color. I would go with the 6000k if I had buy them again. __________________ 2000 Dodge Stratus SE \| Silver \| 101k SOLD Melanie 2004 Ford Taurus SES Sport \| Black \| 44k mi. \| TCCA September COTM 2012

01-13-2013, 10:00 PM	#7 (permalink)
The White Falcon Possibly Crazy Member Number: 51308 Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Thatcher, AZ Chapter: West Coast Drives: 2003 SES Deluxe in Spruce Green Metallic. Visit: My Garage Posts: 2,340 Trader Score: 0 reviews Rep Power: 3	Although, new headlight housings are only 80 bucks on eBay. I'm not sure of the quality of said housings, but it could be easier than polishing it. I'm planning on just replacing the things when I get a Taurus, assuming the AZ sun has worked it's magic on them. __________________ Bradley. *Holly*: 2003 Ford Taurus SES Deluxe, built in Chicago on 11/08/2002. Duratec 24V DOHC, with Luxury and Convenience Package, moonroof, and CD changer. Mods: JBL/Mach hybrid paired with Pioneer speakers and a JBL custom subwoofer, woodgrain window switches with a Sable Platinum shifter surround, Taurus SHO floormats.

01-13-2013, 10:01 PM	#8 (permalink)
Breeves002 The Big Cheese Member Number: 49890 Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: St. Louis, MO Chapter: Midwest Drives: 2008 Mercury Sable Premier Visit: My Garage Posts: 4,198 Trader Score: 6 reviews Rep Power: 10	Just curious, what is the best headlight restoration kit? Sent from my iPhone using AutoGuide.com App __________________ Sam 2008 Mercury Sable Premier 2012 Kia Soul Base AT 1.6GDI Moved On: 2000 Sable LS Premium Duratec View what I have for sale: HERE *http://www.taurusclub.com/forum/80-c...car-month.html*

01-13-2013, 07:56 PM	#4 (permalink)
behlinla Technical Advisor Member Number: 14275 Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Wisconsin Chapter: Midwest Drives: 2006 Taurus SEL Visit: My Garage Posts: 5,986 Trader Score: 0 reviews Rep Power: 10	No need for HIDs. This is much easier: 1) Buy a headlight kit and polish the lenses to make them crystal clear again. 2) Buy new halogen bulbs (regular or extra bright) and install them. 3) Align the headlights properly (procedure in your owner's manual). Those three things alone can double your light output. It's not that expensive either. HIDs would require a projector beam housing (you can't just put the bulbs in your existing housing), so the cost is going to be in the hundreds for HIDs.

01-13-2013, 09:42 PM	#6 (permalink)
sheila Crazy Devoted Member Member Number: 10865 Join Date: Dec 2006 Visit: My Garage Posts: 9,065 Trader Score: 1 reviews Rep Power: 22	^+1. Then, with the $ you saved, change all the fluids/filters and do a tune-up if needed.

01-13-2013, 10:08 PM	#9 (permalink)
The White Falcon Possibly Crazy Member Number: 51308 Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Thatcher, AZ Chapter: West Coast Drives: 2003 SES Deluxe in Spruce Green Metallic. Visit: My Garage Posts: 2,340 Trader Score: 0 reviews Rep Power: 3	3M 39045 - Lens Renewal Kit \| O'Reilly Auto Parts Supposed to be this, but even then it's not perfect, and it requires the most work. My father tried a cheaper variant on the Odyssey, and it wore off after a few weeks and really didn't do anything worthwhile. __________________ Bradley. *Holly*: 2003 Ford Taurus SES Deluxe, built in Chicago on 11/08/2002. Duratec 24V DOHC, with Luxury and Convenience Package, moonroof, and CD changer. Mods: JBL/Mach hybrid paired with Pioneer speakers and a JBL custom subwoofer, woodgrain window switches with a Sable Platinum shifter surround, Taurus SHO floormats.

01-13-2013, 10:11 PM	#10 (permalink)
Breeves002 The Big Cheese Member Number: 49890 Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: St. Louis, MO Chapter: Midwest Drives: 2008 Mercury Sable Premier Visit: My Garage Posts: 4,198 Trader Score: 6 reviews Rep Power: 10	Well I know there are many different kits out there. I'm just curious what people have used and think work the best! Sent from my iPhone using AutoGuide.com App __________________ Sam 2008 Mercury Sable Premier 2012 Kia Soul Base AT 1.6GDI Moved On: 2000 Sable LS Premium Duratec View what I have for sale: HERE *http://www.taurusclub.com/forum/80-c...car-month.html*

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