Gtec HID

[patroa1]

Hi guys, last week I posted about a 4300k HID from http://www.fashtek.com , so per joe's (messenger 13) instructions I ordered one. The unit arrived yesterday and appears to be a nice unit. Looks like it is just plug an play, I have not installed it yet, mainly because of an unheated garage and only 14 degrees out there today :( . The ballast/igniter is larger than the CQ unit ( see photo's).

I have talked to them about a group buy as I'am sure there may be a few like me who wanted a color/temperature of 4300k. If any one is interested let me know. So far it sounds like it will be about CQ's price.

[messenger13]

It appears however, that the ballast AND the igniter (inverter) are contained in the same box...thus the larger size. Is this correct?

(In other words, this is all that you received right? This is no other componant not pictured?)

http://www.bmwlt.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=9742&stc=1&thumb=1 (http://www.bmwlt.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=9742)



Also...did the kit come with that wireless mouse?! :rotf:

[patroa1]

Joe, That is the kit the ballast and igniter are all in the same box which probably accounts for the size. Thus no missing pic's. All connections are AMP's and totally waterproof. Also connections only go one way impossible to screw up. which for me is a big plus.

[messenger13]

Sounds great. I'll probably pickup a couple of these kits when I'm ready to convert BOTH of my high-beam H7s (on the GT) to HID. That'll really light up the road. :) I can always flash with my MotoLights.

[patroa1]

Right now as far as a group buy he says we need 10 people for a price of $85.00 shipped the more people the lower the price.

[Benzbuilder]

I'll Buy one. I missed out on the other group buy. :sleep:

[bmwstve]

I'll Buy one. I missed out on the other group buy. :sleep:
I'll go for it. I like the 4300k bulb better than the blueish tint of the 5000k.

[patroa1]

Ok, I've got two that are interested. Need at least 10 people to get $85 price . I'm sure there are others that missed the last group buy or want the 4300k bulb. Remember the more people the lower the price goes.

[Steve_R]

I know that you would like to see 10 people involved in the group buy, but do you realize how many just purchased under the one Grig's group buy. I hope you get enough.

[patroa1]

Steve, I realize how many just bought them with Grif's group buy
, but i thought there might be some like me who would prefer the 4300k bulb. So when I found this unit I thought I would see if we could satisfy that need. If I don't get the ten people at least I tried. :D

[Steve_R]

And I applaud you for trying. :thumb:

[oldschool78]

They offer a car kit at $139. They want $35. to ship it. Are they offering a deal on that as well? If so, I'll take one.

[patroa1]

Smitty, I didn't ask about the car kits . I'll contact them and see what they say. Will post info when I get it.

[dezrat57]

Hello!
just missed the last order
having my 1st LT(1999) for a few days only now, my head is spinning w/ info
yes more light would be nice
so is the kit for Hi beam?
my use would be for deserted roads only
43k is the color of choice?
any help is appreciated
sign me up
thx dave

[mwnahas]

I'll go for it. I like the 4300k bulb better than the blueish tint of the 5000k.

Pat, I'd take a shot at the 4300 also. I almost ordered it at the normal price.

[zippy_gg]

Hello!
just missed the last order
having my 1st LT(1999) for a few days only now, my head is spinning w/ info
yes more light would be nice
so is the kit for Hi beam?
my use would be for deserted roads only
43k is the color of choice?
any help is appreciated
sign me up
thx daveDave, I would recommend that you upgrade at least the low beam (H7 bulb, 4300), and optionally upgrade also the high beam (H3, 4300).

[jfredriksson]

I know that 5000k is more toward the blue end of the spectrum and 4300k is more yellow; but my question is which gives the greatest flood of light on the pavement? Are they equal?

[zippy_gg]

I know that 5000k is more toward the blue end of the spectrum and 4300k is more yellow; but my question is which gives the greatest flood of light on the pavement? Are they equal?The 4300 is actually whiter and provides more usable light. 4300 would be the best choice.

[jfredriksson]

I guess my next question is whether this company has both the H7 (low) and H11/H9 (high) for the '05- LT's?

If so, put me on the list!

[zippy_gg]

I guess my next question is whether this company has both the H7 (low) and H11/H9 (high) for the '05- LT's?

If so, put me on the list!Yes they do. Here is their web site so you can choose your flavor http://www.fashtek.com/

[patroa1]

Ok guys here is the latest from Fashtek

For 10 people or more:
Bike kit $80 shipped
Car kit $150 shipped.

It would really depending on how many people jump on this deal, I can arrange the price to be lower.

When we get enough people they will set up a special web site to handle orders.

Payment is through Pay-Pal. Will let everybody know when everything is a go. :D

[grifscoots]

Man, that is a killer deal.... and for a 4300.

OK, put me down for one.

[patroa1]

Thanks Grif, I thought it was a good deal at $89.00, but it gets better all the time. Wish I could more people interested I would like to see how low they will go. Maybe you could help get the word. :dance:


Thanks,

So far,

Benzbuilder
bmwstve
grif
Dick
jfredriksson
mwnahas
dezrat57
mostlyirish
wyorock

[mostlyirish]

Sign me up. I'm in.

[wyorock]

I'll try one for that price

[jfredriksson]

I just checked out their website, and looked under their motorcycle applications. Folks with pre-2005 Lt's will be able to get both the H7 (Low) and H3 (High) beams BUT if you have a 2005-2007, you'll only be able to purchase the H7 (Low Beam).

They do NOT list the H11 or H9 for motorcycle installations, although they do show it for automobile applications.I hope they can mix and match the H11 for our purposes, Pat.

[zippy_gg]

Pat, you may want to start a list of names with quantity. Each individual will copy and paste the list and add themselves. That is the method used on this site to register riders for events or group sales such as this. Then you will have a head-count and be better able to negotiate the final price with the vendor. Much easier than tracking all the posts that say "count me in for a low beam", etc...;)
Ok guys here is the latest from Fashtek

For 10 people or more:
Bike kit $80 shipped
Car kit $150 shipped.

It would really depending on how many people jump on this deal, I can arrange the price to be lower.

When we get enough people they will set up a special web site to handle orders.

Payment is through Pay-Pal. Will let everybody know when everything is a go. :D

[patroa1]

Capt. John, I just sent them an e-mail about the H-9 & H-11 bulbs. I don't think there should a problem same ballast just different bulb.


Also, can we do the copy and paste thing to the list so I know how many people I have. Also add quantity. So far:

Benzbuilder
bmwstve
grif
Dick
jfredriksson
mwnahas
dezrat57
mostlyirish
wyorock

[Texas42]

Add me for one for the GS, that should get you to 10, I almost ordered it from their website thanks much for putting this together.

Benzbuilder
bmwstve
grif
Dick
jfredriksson
mwnahas
dezrat57
mostlyirish
wyorock
Texas42

[oldschool78]

I'll take a car kit! Wouldn't mind a set of spare bulbs either.

Benzbuilder
bmwstve
grif
Dick
jfredriksson
mwnahas
dezrat57
mostlyirish
wyorock
Texas42
Smitty (Car Kit)

[srhhcs]

I have two questions: 1) is there any difference between the hardware in the car kits and those in the motorcycle kits? 2) Can a car kit be split to contain two different bulbs such as an H3 and H7?

[Randy]

I'll do a car kit.

Benzbuilder
bmwstve
grif
Dick
jfredriksson
mwnahas
dezrat57
mostlyirish
wyorock
Texas42
Smitty (Car Kit)
Randy (car kit)

[spinedr]

I am a new member in the site and have been reading your post. I just was delivered my 07 LT on Friday and has been real cold in Maine to ride. I am dieing to go ride and I am counting the days for spring. I am interested in the HIV high bean set for the LT 07 but I am confused with been H7 or H3 for my bike. In the web site did not specified by model or brand. Or at least did not find. I like to get in the group buy if you do not mined :) Is it easy to install?

[zippy_gg]

I am interested in the HIV high bean set for the LT 07 Pease tell me you meant HID! :eek: :histerica

but I am confused with been H7 or H3 for my bike. In the web site did not specified by model or brand. Or at least did not find. I like to get in the group buy if you do not mined :) Is it easy to install? For an 07 you need an H7 for the low beam, and an H9 or H11 (either will work)for the high beam. Ease of installation is very subjective and base solely on your ability to hold a screwdriver in one hand and a beer in the other!:D
Depending on your location there may other LTers who might be able to help you, and a tech session just might be the ticket for you.

[Benzbuilder]

Put me down for a car kit.


Benzbuilder (car kit)
bmwstve
grif
Dick
jfredriksson
mwnahas
dezrat57
mostlyirish
wyorock
Texas42
Smitty (Car Kit)
Randy (car kit)

This looks like 11 to me. When can we do it?

[spinedr]

:rotf: Yes I ment SINGLE BEAM HID CONVERSION KIT. :histerica

[spinedr]

I think the 07 has a HID on the low bean and just needs a high bean kit. Correct me if I am wrong :confused: Sign me in


POSTED
jfredriksson
Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2004
Location: Walnut Creek, CA, USA
Posts: 240

I just checked out their website, and looked under their motorcycle applications. Folks with pre-2005 Lt's will be able to get both the H7 (Low) and H3 (High) beams BUT if you have a 2005-2007, you'll only be able to purchase the H7 (Low Beam).

They do NOT list the H11 or H9 for motorcycle installations, although they do show it for automobile applications.I hope they can mix and match the H11 for our purposes, Pat.
:confused:
Then is an H7? for low bean? and H3 for High???

[hybridcage]

I want low ...maybe high

Benzbuilder (car kit)
bmwstve
grif
Dick
jfredriksson
mwnahas
dezrat57
mostlyirish
wyorock
Texas42
Smitty (Car Kit)
Randy (car kit)
hybridcage

This looks like 13 now...

[zippy_gg]

I think the 07 has a HID on the low bean and just needs a high bean kit. Correct me if I am wrong :confused: Sign me in
Your 07 may have been fitted with a factory HID or not! It should say Xenon on the headlight glass. If not then you will also need to convert the low beam as well.
I hope this helps!

[spinedr]

Thanks Gilles, It dose say Xenon light in the top light or low beam, the lower light or high beam is the one to change to an H3 I guess. Thank you for your help. I will be looking for instructions to order :)

[km5bh]

Ok, I've got two that are interested. Need at least 10 people to get $85 price . I'm sure there are others that missed the last group buy or want the 4300k bulb. Remember the more people the lower the price goes.

I'll take one H7 and one H3. I have a 5000k now and don't like the blue tine either.


Benzbuilder (car kit)
bmwstve
grif
Dick
jfredriksson
mwnahas
dezrat57
mostlyirish
wyorock
Texas42
Smitty (Car Kit)
Randy (car kit)
hybridcage
km5bh

That's 14

Lewis

[jfredriksson]

Pat told me, earlier in this thread, that the ignitor and ballast will be the same on the '05-'07. It's just a matter of sending an H9 bulb, instead of an H3 high beam bulb.

He was going to check with the supplier, and I'm sure we'll hear when it's time to actually place orders.

[me262a]

h3 and h7 for me please

[patroa1]

Ok, lets see if I can answer everyones questions at one time.
1.)car kit can be split into H-7 & H-3, hardware is the same except for a wiring harness you can run to the battery, but if we get enough people he will probably lower price and it maybe cheaper to order two motorcyle kits.

2.) for those with "05"-"07" he has H-11 bulbs in stock will have to order H-9's.

3.) if you intend to run a headlight modulator on your high beam a HID will not work for that.


When adding your name to the list Please include quantity. This may help get a lower price.


Benzbuilder (car kit)
bmwstve
grif
Dick
jfredriksson
mwnahas
dezrat57
mostlyirish
wyorock
Texas42
Smitty (Car Kit)
Randy (car kit)
hybridcage
km5bh (H7-H3)
me262a (H7-H3)

Thanks,

[jfredriksson]

Ok, lets see if I can answer everyones questions at one time.
1.)car can be split into H-7 & H-3, hardware is the same except for a wiring harness you can run to the battery, but if we get enough people he will probably lower price and it maybe cheaper to order two motorcyle kits.

2.) for those with "05"-"07" he has H-11 bulbs in stock will have to order H-9's.

3.) if you intend to run a headlight modulator on your high beam a HID will not work for that.


When adding your name to the list Please include quantity. This may help get a lower price.


Benzbuilder (car kit)
bmwstve
grif
Dick
jfredriksson (1-H7 & 1-H9 Motorcycle Kit)
mwnahas
dezrat57
mostlyirish
wyorock
Texas42
Smitty (Car Kit)
Randy (car kit)
hybridcage
km5bh (H7-H3)
me262a (H7-H3)

[Dick]

Ok, lets see if I can answer everyones questions at one time.
1.)car kit can be split into H-7 & H-3, hardware is the same except for a wiring harness you can run to the battery, but if we get enough people he will probably lower price and it maybe cheaper to order two motorcyle kits.

2.) for those with "05"-"07" he has H-11 bulbs in stock will have to order H-9's.

3.) if you intend to run a headlight modulator on your high beam a HID will not work for that.


When adding your name to the list Please include quantity. This may help get a lower price.


Thanks,
Benzbuilder (car kit)
bmwstve
grif
Dick (one H-7)
jfredriksson
mwnahas
dezrat57
mostlyirish
wyorock
Texas42
Smitty (Car Kit)
Randy (car kit)
hybridcage
km5bh (H7-H3)
me262a (H7-H3)

[mwnahas]

Ok, lets see if I can answer everyones questions at one time.
1.)car can be split into H-7 & H-3, hardware is the same except for a wiring harness you can run to the battery, but if we get enough people he will probably lower price and it maybe cheaper to order two motorcyle kits.

2.) for those with "05"-"07" he has H-11 bulbs in stock will have to order H-9's.

3.) if you intend to run a headlight modulator on your high beam a HID will not work for that.


When adding your name to the list Please include quantity. This may help get a lower price.





Benzbuilder (car kit)
bmwstve
grif
Dick (H7)
jfredriksson (1-H7 & 1-H9 Motorcycle Kit)
mwnahas (H7)
dezrat57
mostlyirish
wyorock
Texas42
Smitty (Car Kit)
Randy (car kit)
hybridcage
km5bh (H7-H3)
me262a (H7-H3



edited list.
Thanks for doing this Pat.

[spinedr]

Quote:
Originally Posted by jfredriksson
Ok, lets see if I can answer everyones questions at one time.
1.)car can be split into H-7 & H-3, hardware is the same except for a wiring harness you can run to the battery, but if we get enough people he will probably lower price and it maybe cheaper to order two motorcyle kits.

2.) for those with "05"-"07" he has H-11 bulbs in stock will have to order H-9's.

3.) if you intend to run a headlight modulator on your high beam a HID will not work for that.


When adding your name to the list Please include quantity. This may help get a lower price.







Benzbuilder (car kit)
bmwstve
grif
Dick (H7)
jfredriksson (1-H7 & 1-H9 Motorcycle Kit)
mwnahas (H7)
dezrat57
mostlyirish
wyorock
Texas42
Smitty (Car Kit)
Randy (car kit)
hybridcage
km5bh (H7-H3)
me262a (H7-H3
spinedr 1-H9


edited list.
Thanks for doing this Pat.

Question quat is a headlight modulator ? :confused: Have an 07, is that a problem?

[patroa1]

spinedr, this site will expain a head light modulartorwww.kisantech.com/index.php?cat_id=2 . The thing works great you just can't use one if you change your high beam to HID. No big deal.

[spinedr]

Thank you Pat for the info site. I am more worried about deer and moose in this part of the country and more light down the road at night makes more sense to me. :)

[Texas42]

Texas42 - Motorcycle H7

[hybridcage]

Benzbuilder (car kit)
bmwstve
grif
Dick (H7)
jfredriksson (1-H7 & 1-H9 Motorcycle Kit)
mwnahas (H7)
dezrat57
mostlyirish
wyorock
Texas42
Smitty (Car Kit)
Randy (car kit)
hybridcage (H7)
km5bh (H7-H3)
me262a (H7-H3

[spinedr]

Benzbuilder (car kit)
bmwstve
grif
Dick (H7)
jfredriksson (1-H7 & 1-H9 Motorcycle Kit)
mwnahas (H7)
dezrat57
mostlyirish
wyorock
Texas42
Smitty (Car Kit)
Randy (car kit)
hybridcage (H7)
km5bh (H7-H3)
me262a (H7-H3
spinedr 1 H9

[km5bh]

Benzbuilder (car kit)
bmwstve
grif
Dick (H7)
jfredriksson (1-H7 & 1-H9 Motorcycle Kit)
mwnahas (H7)
dezrat57
mostlyirish
wyorock
Texas42
Smitty (Car Kit)
Randy (car kit)
hybridcage (H7)
km5bh (1-H7 + 1-H3)
me262a (H7-H3

Let's see what this costs. I may add a car kit for my Avalanche

Lewis

[cburton3]

Ok, lets see if I can answer everyones questions at one time.
1.)car kit can be split into H-7 & H-3, hardware is the same except for a wiring harness you can run to the battery, but if we get enough people he will probably lower price and it maybe cheaper to order two motorcyle kits.

2.) for those with "05"-"07" he has H-11 bulbs in stock will have to order H-9's.

3.) if you intend to run a headlight modulator on your high beam a HID will not work for that.


When adding your name to the list Please include quantity. This may help get a lower price.


Benzbuilder (car kit)
bmwstve
grif
Dick
jfredriksson
mwnahas
dezrat57
mostlyirish
wyorock
Texas42
Smitty (Car Kit)
Randy (car kit)
hybridcage
km5bh (H7-H3)
me262a (H7-H3)
cburton3 (H-3)

Thanks,

[patroa1]

Ok, lets see if I can answer everyones questions at one time.
1.)car kit can be split into H-7 & H-3, hardware is the same except for a wiring harness you can run to the battery, but if we get enough people he will probably lower price and it maybe cheaper to order two motorcyle kits.

2.) for those with "05"-"07" he has H-11 bulbs in stock will have to order H-9's.

3.) if you intend to run a headlight modulator on your high beam a HID will not work for that.


When adding your name to the list Please include quantity. This may help get a lower price.,



Benzbuilder (car kit)
bmwstve
grif
Dick (H7)
jfredriksson (1-H7 & 1-H9 Motorcycle Kit)
mwnahas (H7)
dezrat57
mostlyirish
wyorock
Texas42
Smitty (Car Kit)
Randy (car kit)
hybridcage (H7)
km5bh (1-H7 + 1-H3)
me262a (H7-H3)
cburton3 (H-3)
spinedr (H-9)

[kward3]

Benzbuilder (car kit)
bmwstve
grif
Dick (H7)
jfredriksson (1-H7 & 1-H9 Motorcycle Kit)
mwnahas (H7)
dezrat57
mostlyirish
wyorock
Texas42
Smitty (Car Kit)
Randy (car kit)
hybridcage (H7)
km5bh (1-H7 + 1-H3)
me262a (H7-H3)
cburton3 (H-3)
spinedr (H-9)
kward3 (1-H-7 + 1-H-3)__________________

[submariner]

Benzbuilder (car kit)
bmwstve
grif
Dick (H7)
jfredriksson (1-H7 & 1-H9 Motorcycle Kit)
mwnahas (H7)
dezrat57
mostlyirish
wyorock
Texas42
Smitty (Car Kit)
Randy (car kit)
hybridcage (H7)
km5bh (1-H7 + 1-H3)
me262a (H7-H3)
cburton3 (H-3)
spinedr (H-9)
kward3 (1-H-7 + 1-H-3)__________________
Submariner (1 H7)

[dezrat57]

dezrat57 1 H3,1 H7 ( cycle kits preferred)

[jackd]

I am thinking about converting my MicroDE Fog lamps to HID and I would also like a 4300K bulb to replace my 5000k CQ lamp (don't like the blue) :(.....

Do we have any idea what the price is yet and if we can also just obtain a lamp separately?

[patroa1]

Quote:
Originally Posted by cburton3
Ok, lets see if I can answer everyones questions at one time.
1.)car kit can be split into H-7 & H-3, hardware is the same except for a wiring harness you can run to the battery, but if we get enough people he will probably lower price and it maybe cheaper to order two motorcyle kits.

2.) for those with "05"-"07" he has H-11 bulbs in stock will have to order H-9's.

3.) if you intend to run a headlight modulator on your high beam a HID will not work for that.


When adding your name to the list Please include quantity. This may help get a lower price.,


Benzbuilder (car kit)
bmwstve
grif
Dick (H7)
jfredriksson (1-H7 & 1-H9 Motorcycle Kit)
mwnahas (H7)
dezrat57 (H-3, H-7)
mostlyirish
wyorock
Texas42
Smitty (Car Kit)
Randy (car kit)
hybridcage (H7)
km5bh (1-H7 + 1-H3)
me262a (H7-H3)
cburton3 (H-3)
spinedr (H-9)
kward3 (1-H-7 + 1-H-3)
submariner (1-H-7)
keithtxdallas (H-7)

[Benzbuilder]

Benzbuilder (car kit (H7 + H3))
bmwstve
grif
Dick (H7)
jfredriksson (1-H7 & 1-H9 Motorcycle Kit)
mwnahas (H7)
dezrat57 (H-3, H-7)
mostlyirish
wyorock
Texas42
Smitty (Car Kit)
Randy (car kit)
hybridcage (H7)
km5bh (1-H7 + 1-H3)
me262a (H7-H3)
cburton3 (H-3)
spinedr (H-9)
kward3 (1-H-7 + 1-H-3)
submariner (1-H-7)
keithtxdallas (H-7)

[WildBill]

I want to add my name to the list! Let us know when the specific purchase details are available. Hopefully I will be able to get it before going to Daytona in early March Thanks for your efforts on this!

Benzbuilder (car kit (H7 + H3))
bmwstve
grif
Dick (H7)
jfredriksson (1-H7 & 1-H9 Motorcycle Kit)
mwnahas (H7)
dezrat57 (H-3, H-7)
mostlyirish
wyorock
Texas42
Smitty (Car Kit)
Randy (car kit)
hybridcage (H7)
km5bh (1-H7 + 1-H3)
me262a (H7-H3)
cburton3 (H-3)
spinedr (H-9)
kward3 (1-H-7 + 1-H-3)
submariner (1-H-7)
keithtxdallas (H-7)
WildBill (H-7)

[wyorock]

Pat, have you had a chance to insall your HID kit yet? If so how did it go, any problems or tips you can pass along?

[patroa1]

Wayne, I have not completed my install yet ( to darn cold ). Did mount bulb in headlight housing, pretty straight forward. The only suggestion I have is for the hole in cover to pass the wires through, instructions say to drill a 15/16" hole but I found if you keep it between 13/16" and 7/8" you are better off, nice snug fit. As for the ballast I have been looking at several different locations but it's been just been to cold to work on them. No heat in the garage.....bummer.

[Benzbuilder]

Just got an email from Gtec. I will have to wait two weeks for the 4300 H7. They also didn't have the H3 5000, so, I ordered the 6000.

[zippy_gg]

Just got an email from Gtec. I will have to wait two weeks for the 4300 H7. They also didn't have the H3 5000, so, I ordered the 6000.Wayne, IMHO I would have waited for the H3 5000 or better yet a H3 4300 to be available instead of ordering a higher color temperature that will be a little too blueish, even though it is for the high beam.
Having had a 4300 on my 99 and a 5000 on my 03 I could tell the difference...big time. Both beams on my 03 are 5000, and I would not go any higher than that, but that is just me.
Regardless you will enjoy having more light!:)

[patroa1]

Wayne, Just got the same e-mail. I agree with Zippy I think I'd wait. It is only a couple of weeks and I would rather have the color temp that I wanted.

And I'm sorry about the incoveinance.

[jfredriksson]

I received my two motorcycle kits (H7 & H11), today. Now, I'm going to get together with Bob "TenBeers" for a Tech Session in Livermore, at his convenience.

Thanks for doing all the leg work, Pat!

[patroa1]

Wayne, I have not completed my install yet ( to darn cold ). Did mount bulb in headlight housing, pretty straight forward. The only suggestion I have is for the hole in cover to pass the wires through, instructions say to drill a 15/16" hole but I found if you keep it between 13/16" and 7/8" you are better off, nice snug fit. As for the ballast I have been looking at several different locations but it's been just been to cold to work on them. No heat in the garage.....bummer.

John, see above, I used a step drill to drill holes. Do not drill hole to 15/16" (don't ask how I know) that instructions call for keep it closer to 13/16ths:D . Other than that everything is pretty straight forward.

[Texas42]

I installed mine on the GS last Saturday, everything went well and it looks really good.