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I don't currently have angel eyes. $280 would be the price of the angel eyes and the labor for them installed. Ya, I might have them do just the projector/bowl fix and do the angel eyes later. It would be much easier just to fork over the $ but that's a lot of cheese.Quote:
Originally Posted by BMWCurves
I emailed them back for more info. I'm glad that other mafia members give him/them good reviews, that's important.
I would do the retrofit and then install the Angel Eyes at a later point yourself.
I think you're right on point. How is your sales pitching these days? Maybe you tell him that he can do both of ours and he'll give you a discount for referring a friend or somethin? Or maybe he can buy az3579 a steak lunch maybe?
Ha I am not that good. But I do like a good steakQuote:
Originally Posted by 330i Lover
Wait, wha??? Steak??? Where's this coming from?Quote:
Originally Posted by 330i Lover
You can't do this to me... now I'm salivating!
I run a small business and when people give me good feedback or referrals I take em out for lunch, maybe maybe he respects the ribeye? az, does saying the word ribeye make you salivate more?
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That's really nice. Never heard of anyone doing that for their customers.Quote:
Originally Posted by 330i Lover
A little less... Not a fan of fat in steak. Don't like the consistency.Quote:
, maybe maybe he respects the ribeye? az, does saying the word ribeye make you salivate more?
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If you are able to find a spare headlamp assembly, you can do the retrofit yourself. Its pretty darn easy and a lot of fun along the way.
I followed DIYs and did the FX-R 3.0 retrofit myself last year. I managed to pick up a spare set of non-working ZKW headlamp assemblies (without the projectors) and used the frames within to mount the new FX-Rs. That was the hardest part (with all the cutting, drilling etc). Once I had that ready, it was a matter of taking off my working headlamps and swapping out the inner frames with the new projectors already mounted.
$400 is way too much for labor in my opinion. Didn't take me more than 2 hours to do all the cutting etc and another hour to maybe swap out the frames.
Cutting/modifying isn't for everyone. That is why I paid the $400. I don't trust myself to not burn a piece of toast; let's not even talk about a projector retrofit. :roflQuote:
Originally Posted by anandoc
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Yea, I didn't have the time or patience to do it myself. Plus, as I get older, my close up eyesight gets worse.
BTW, the angel eyes that Lightwerkz installs are Umnitza
Only the best. :thumbsupQuote:
Originally Posted by Sockethead
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That's what they said...Quote:
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Not to be confused with.....that's what she said!Quote:
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I have the burnt ZKW bowls. Are the most popular options to fix this the Lightwerks FXR 3.0 and TRFS Morimoto Retrofit? Can anyone comment on how nice the Morimoto retrofit is? I like the price and believe it is an easy install correct? And the Lightwerkz retrofit requires a more advanced install which is why most people pay them to do it?
This is a debatable subject for some but speaking from personal experience I'm very happy with buying the replacement bowls from ClemsonE46 and just swapping out the bowls. There's no cutting, no drilling, no retrofitting and I like how I'm using OEM parts that have been coated to produce better light than factory without using aftermarket parts. It took quit a bit of time to figure out how to replace them but I'd be glad to help if that's the road you decide to go down. It's very easy on the wallet and satisfying at the same time.
Is there a forum link with more info? Also would that last as long as buying a new retrofit? How does the quality compare?Quote:
Originally Posted by 330i Lover
Yes, search for "ZKW Burnt bowl OEM replacements". I posted before and after with a slew of other info. I'll get you a link if you can't find it.
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I'm in the process of working on a group buy for the TRS Retrofit kit.
Seems like these are the cheaper option though. He charges $240 + shipping. Is there a reason I should buy one over the other?Quote:
Originally Posted by 330i Lover
For me it was OEM and plug in play vs. 3rd party and cutting/drilling/the unknown. Plus there were quite a few other reviewers here that made it an easier decision.Quote:
Originally Posted by NickZHP
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That makes sense. I don't think the TRFS retrofit will be that hard but if the quality of the remade ZKW bowls are better than I think I would go for those. But what if they don't hold up? Is there anyone who can chime in on how they compare in quality? Or is there anyone who has had the remade ZKW bowls for more than a year?Quote:
Originally Posted by 330i Lover
The re-dipped bowls are the same, arguably better than when they were new. I think "metalized coating" would be my best step to describe the ones from ClemsonE46. They are 100% OEM. If you search his burnt bowl page you'll see reviews from customers life me for quite some time. Maybe msg them to see how they're holding up? I highly recommend them over aftermarket, but that's just me.
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If they're 100% OEM doesn't that mean they are susceptible to becoming burned again? Or does the metal coating prevent that since the stock ZKW bowls were plastic?Quote:
Originally Posted by 330i Lover
To my knowledge the metal coating prevents them burning out again.
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With my ZHP, I ended up getting a set of AL headlight assemblies then transplanted the ZKW lenses into them. The AL headlight assemblies can be found for less than $600 a set and the rest is easy. The AL projector bowls are metal and will never burn like the plastic ZKW bowls did. Peace of mind here...Quote:
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Are there any retrofits that don't involve cutting?
Has anybody tried a retrofit other than the FX-R?
Does anyone have a mix of AL and ZKW headlight assemblies?
It appears I have AL on the drivers side and ZKW on the passenger side. However this is just from the covers but I do see a horizontal line across the driver's side projector and from what I've read that is an indication of AL.
I can't remember if the passenger side has the horizontal line present but I'll check when I leave in the morning.
Also a slightly related tidbit of info. The difference between the AL cover vs the ZKW lenses are night and day. ZKW have aged considerably worse than the AL lenses and are starting to haze/yellow. AL ones are definitely just as dinged up but have yet to haze/yellow.
Look at the top of the headlight. There is a sticker there that says either AL or ZKW.Quote:
Originally Posted by melonz
The information label on the top of the headlight is usually more than half covered up by the core support. But you can tell by the color of the label. An AL light will have a yellow label and the ZKW will be a shiny silver label.Quote:
Originally Posted by melonz
IMO, if I had to do it again, I would definitely gotten these reconditioned bowls rather than do the FX-R conversion. I like keeping these kind of things OEM. Unfortunately for me, He started offering these after I had my conversion done.
If I can't find anyone to do the retrofit in the area, I'll do the bowls or get a set of ALs. The worrying thing about the reconditioned bowls would be the bowls burning or cracking again.
Thanks for telling me how to identify the brand. Looks like I do have AL on the driver's and ZKW on the passenger side.
I LOVE LOVE LOVE my headlights! I went with "The Retrofit Source" and the install sucked, but it was so worth it!
I've had Clemsone46's replacement bowls for about 14 months with 0 issues and extremely happy with them. I highly recommend it.
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I just installed Clemsone46's bowls today. While the instructions were straightforward, being careful to not break any plastic tabs in the process, it took 4 hours for both headlights. Getting the bowls in/out takes quite a bit of patience (IMO) but the fact that it is OEM is a big plus.
The only thing that isn't "perfect" is the consistency of the light output. This is not a criticism of the brightness. The reburb bulbs definitely put out a lot of light (especially compared to the burnt bowls), probably as much as the original bulbs. But the light is not "even" on the road. From left to right across the road, the headlights have areas that are brighter than others. Not a "dropout of light" by any means.
I posted a new thread with pics of before and after. In the "after" photos, you can see the headlights on my garage cabinets and get an idea of what I am talking about.
My mechanic said they could do a retrofit. I was thinking the EvoX-R kit should be good, but I know there are brighter options. What are the things to consider and parts needed for the different options?
I agree, I've been running the refurbished bowls for a week or so now and while a MASSIVE improvement over the burnt bowls, there are definitely hot spots in the light output. Hoping they last 2 years or so before I buy a set of Magnetti Marelli's.Quote:
Originally Posted by dpark
Funny you mentioned the MMs. I saw those for sale on ebay. Both sides for $1000. When the reburbs go out, I will buy probably buy those too...Quote:
Originally Posted by JPMo
If the refurbs last a couple of years, I will be very happy. Just glad I can see at night again :)
I read through the last 10 pages or so, hoping for some specific info but wasn't able to find anything. I see a few different replacement options mentioned, Lightwerks, The Retrofit Source, etc. Does anyone have a link for either one? The Lightwerks site is pretty vague and I couldn't find anything regarding BMW. Is the below the right link for the Retrofit Source? Is this a good option? $175 seems like a great deal. Open to all options, ready...GO!
https://www.theretrofitsource.com/al...ect_restrict=1
Also, I'm looking for a good DIY to follow. Sorry if these questions are answered somewhere in this thread, but frankly I just don't have time to read through 36 pages of stuff... Thanks in advance!