DIY: The Retrofit Source (TRS) Retro-Quick System - Burnt ZKW Bowls - Projector Retrofit doityourself

[328ioc]

ZKW lenses are the shit. Do the new lenses have a cutoff line?

This. Definitely use the ZKW lenses.

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[QC_ZHP]

ZKW lenses are the shit. Do the new lenses have a cutoff line?

No line on the new ones. Looks like I'll be swapping the lenses.

[danewilson77]

Ok. You don't want the line. I would just visually compare them.

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[Dave1027]

My hid headlights are a little dim too. Could this burnt bowl thing be my problem? If so how about a simple and cheap fix. Would lining the bowls with something like this work?

[danewilson77]

My hid headlights are a little dim too. Could this burnt bowl thing be my problem? If so how about a simple and cheap fix. Would lining the bowls with something like this work?

Yes. If you have ZKW'S, it's most likely your problem.

No. There is no cheap fix.

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[terraphantm]

Parts came in Friday. Ordering bulbs and picking up a dremel this week and hopefully I can tackle this next weekend. I've resorted to using my fogs at night b/c my headlght output is so bad.

Should I swap the ZKW lenses in the new projectors or just use the ones provided?

I'm pretty sure they come with ZKW replica lenses

[QC_ZHP]

I'm pretty sure they come with ZKW replica lenses

I've read of others swapping lenses. I'll just do a visual inspection and see which ones are in better shape.

[terraphantm]

I've read of others swapping lenses. I'll just do a visual inspection and see which ones are in better shape.

I've used both (on E46 AL projectors). Didn't really notice a difference in clarity or sharpness. My color band was actually a little better with the replicas. These aren't particularly complex lenses to make. Anyway, the kit comes with Evo-X R projectors. If they're not ZKW-R lenses, then they're likely a lens built specifically for that projector. Either way, they'd be optically clear, which is the important part.

[SC4ME]

Just ordered the TRS Retro-fit system (projectors & brackets only). Looks like a great project.

One question, why did you buy new shrouds instead of using the old ones (or are the old ones incompatible with these new projectors)?

I ask because the price just went from $15 to $40 for the shrouds. Thanks for the info!!

[QC_ZHP]

^There are 2 options for the shrouds. One is the value for $15, and the other is Premium for $40.


As soon as my Xenon bulbs & Angel Eyes come in, I'll be tackling this project as well. I've had the parts sitting in my room for a couple of weeks already.