What do you think of super halogen bulbs? (Silverstar, etc.) - Page 2

Chops · 06-17-09, 06:28

Hmmm you got me thinking now too. Is it pretty much the same for a 9007 except omit the second circuit? What bulb would I run? And would I be able to follow the stock wiring diagram and just up the wire gauge?

PedroDaGr8 · 06-17-09, 07:02

Chops, 9007 bulbs are dual filament bulbs. So unless you have a new housing to use, you will HAVE to use 9007 bulbs. Also, since it is dual filament the previous schematic will need some adjustting to work for you.

To make matters worse, unfortunately, dual filament circuits are a bit harder to design as there are two types (positive switched and ground switched) for each bulb type. It appears with your particular bulb type most are positive switched but a few are ground switched.

If you can give me your vehicle model and year I will see what I can find and draw up a modified schematic for you. It isn't too hard.

As to what is the difference between positve switched and ground switched:

Positve switch : The three pins are Low beam 12V, High beam 12V, Shared ground
Ground switch: The three pins are Low Beam ground, High beam ground, shared 12V.

It is pretty easy to test if you have a multimeter. Just pull one of your plugs out and test the voltage difference between the pins and a ground. If the live pin moves between low and high beam, usually that means your setup is positive switched, if it stays the same, likely you are ground switched. I have seen the occasional ground switched system that makes the ground NOT in use 12V. If THAT is the case, then you will see TWO pins that have 12V.

Just let me know if you want me to make a schematic for you.

PedroDaGr8 · 06-17-09, 07:11

The same goes for anyone else. Just tell me the bulb type and I will whip up a schematic for you.

Chops · 06-18-09, 07:17

I drive a 03 Ford Explorer. I really appreciate what you're doing for us all and I really can't believe how helpful everyone is here

wannafbody · 06-18-09, 07:25

I like my Phillips Xtreme power bulbs. They were a nice improvement over stock.

PedroDaGr8 · 06-20-09, 09:06

Hey Chops, give me a few days. The wifey has me busy as all get up with the honey do lists etc.

Chops · 06-21-09, 05:54

No problem, I really appreciate you taking time out of your day to help me

Peco · 06-22-09, 08:47

If your looking for the HIR lights (low beam), order them from you local John Deere dealer. Part number for low beams is AH211917 from John Deere. They are from the 9000 Series tractors. They are the same as the ones on Ebay for only $9.99 each, 1/4 the Ebay price! If you do the high beams you my have to order those from factory car dealer.

OTG Signs · 06-22-09, 10:35

They suck. Paid $50/set for a set and they both crapped out within a year. Went to the dealer and got real-deal OEM halogens and they're chugging along great.

Peco · 06-22-09, 01:09

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Originally Posted by OTG Signs

They suck. Paid $50/set for a set and they both crapped out within a year. Went to the dealer and got real-deal OEM halogens and they're chugging along great.

Ones from the John Deere deal are Toshiba bulbs the same brand you get from the dealer. At least the one I got from John Deere. I've had mine for about year and 1/2 now and work great.

BostonBull · 06-22-09, 04:07

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Originally Posted by Peco

Ones from the John Deere deal are Toshiba bulbs the same brand you get from the dealer. At least the one I got from John Deere. I've had mine for about year and 1/2 now and work great.

forgot all about them, good advice!

to my knowledge Toshiba is the only co. that makes HIR.......?

PedroDaGr8 · 06-23-09, 06:39

Here ya go Chips. A postive switched 9007 to 9007 harness schematic. Sorry it took so long.

If you ever upgrade your lamps, to a dual beam setup instead of a dual filament, it isn't hard to change. The wires from the relay on the left are the power for your low beams and the wires from the relay on the right (the orange ones) provide power to your high beams. Then ground to the battery and you are good to go.