Date: Thu, 22 Dec 2005 14:05:28 -0500
Reply-To: Kim Brennan <kimbrennan@MAC.COM>
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From: Kim Brennan <kimbrennan@MAC.COM>
Subject: Re: Upgrading Projectzwo Bulbs to 100w and/or Yellow
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Light bulbs can prematurely burn out from a variety of reasons. Too
much current. Too much heat. Too much vibration. I'd suggest that the
design of the Projektzwo's means it is likely heat dissipation is the
problem for the larger wattage bulb...
On my own lights, I was a little disappointed with the wire gauge used.
However, that's easily corrected since standard connectors are used.
Remove the 18(?) gauge and replace with some 14 gauge.
On Dec 22, 2005, at 12:03 PM, Bruce Nadig wrote:
> Chris,
>
> Good questions.
>
> I have the ProjektZwo fogs on my '87 GL.
>
> All of my wiring is 10 gauge with individual relays for each side (not
> one
> relay for the whole circuit) and in-line fuses. Make sure your wiring
> is up
> to snuff.
>
> I am currently running 100w bulbs in my ProjektZwo fog lights. The
> results
> are amazing. Very low flat beam of light spread far to both the left
> and
> right. Low enough to stay out of eyes.
>
> One problem I have had at 100w is that bulbs tend to burn out
> semi-frequently. I have found changing the bulbs to be just a bit of a
> pain
> in the ass, but worth it for the extra light.
>
> No answer on yellow bulbs.
>
> As for protective covers for the lenses, I have hesitated on that one.
> Especially with high wattage bulbs, I worry about the heat they
> create. I
> worry that if I put some sort of protective film on the lenses then
> then
> won't be able to shed hear efficiency and they may crack. I base this
> on no
> scientific evidence or anecdotal evidence. It is simply an irrational
> fear
> that I have. O.K., make fun of me.
>
> Good luck!
>
> A Safe & Happy Holiday Season To You & Your Family,
> Bruce
> motorbruce@hotail.com
>
>
>> From: Christopher Gronski <gronski@GMAIL.COM>
>> Reply-To: Christopher Gronski <gronski@GMAIL.COM>
>> To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
>> Subject: Upgrading Projectzwo Bulbs to 100w and/or Yellow
>> Date: Thu, 22 Dec 2005 07:41:08 -0500
>>
>> Has anyone upgraded the bulbs in their Projectzwo fog lights? I
>> understand the existing bulbs are EIKO 01005 H2 12V 55W. I would like
>> to go brighter and/or yellow for fog.
>>
>> My plan is this: Wire the Projectzwo fog lights to the second lamp
>> position (the driving lights position) so that they come on sans
>> headlights for use in fog. My question is:
>>
>> 1) Is upgrading from 55w to 100w working across purposes if the intent
>> is a fog light (ie: brighter is not better)?
>>
>> 2) Does anyone know of an yellow H2 bulb? I've seen these in other
>> sizes but not H2?
>>
>> 3) Has anyone seen a protective lens covering (like the 3M stuff) in
>> yellow that would also tint the light?
>>
>> Any help is appreciated...
>> Chris
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