[Swan843]

Well my headlight went out and I noticed that you can't just replace the damn bulb... Awesome design Mazda. Anyway I've got a set of HIDs f
Sitting at my house and was wondering if anyone would recommend doing the custom projector headlight. Or if there are any good eBay housings.

 

[Mx-p5]

I'm guessing this is for an NA?

If so, you can upgrade to Bosch E-codes and upgraded bulbs and have a drastic change over stock

Option 2 is finding a set of clear lens headlights and putting projectors in them. I've not done a set for the NA yet but would be willing to try it out if you want projectors in the NA

Don't buy the "Projector" lenses off ebay for the NA, they're just reflector based lamps with a lens in front that actually hurts output

 

[Swan843]

Really? Okay so beats out. Where do you even get projector bulbs?

 

[ScarfaceThe91]

It's not hard at all to replace a regular miata headlight. 4 screws for the headlight shroud then 3 more I think for the bezel that holds the light in place then unplug from the back of the light then do everything in reverse once you have the new light plugged in.

 

[modernbeat]

Don't be so thick. The headlight IS the bulb. They're cheap. They are called 7" sealed beam headlights and can be found at every auto parts store, farm and tractor store or hardware store worth their salt.

Or, if you want an upgrade, get a set of Bosch or Hella H4 replacements.

 

[Mx-p5]

if you're going to replace the factory sealed beams, might as well upgrade while you're at it

As to projectors, it's not the bulbs that are projectors. The bulbs go into the projectors

I'd love to share more info on putting projetors into an NA i just havn't done it yet.


But for upgrade, there's a VW van store on ebay that sells bosch units for cheap
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Bosch-H4-He...r_Truck_Parts_Accessories&hash=item1c2394ebfa

 

[Swan843]

Awesome. I appreciate it

 

[Mx-p5]

and while you're at it, might as well buy upgraded bulbs as well

http://www.amazon.com/HELLA-HLA-H83140141-Halogen-Bulb-Road/dp/B000COBLJI/ref=pd_sim_sbs_auto_7

 

[AkaZero]

I vouch for the busdepot bosch e-codes, good stuff.
But running 100watt bulbs can fry wiring unless you run relays and thicker wiring. The 55/60 are plenty for me and I do a lot of night driving.
I run the flosser bulbs from busdepot.

 

[Sploinkin]

I picked up the Hella e-codes at $70 for a set on Amazon and I've been very happy with them.

 

[pinoykid1307]

http://www.ebay.com/itm/230154579500

I bought these recently. They're great.

 

[Chase!]

http://www.ebay.com/itm/230154579500

I bought these recently. They're great.

I just bought these. I hope they work well. I'm better off using 2 flashlights than my current headlights.

 

[brontosaurus]

I vouch for the busdepot bosch e-codes, good stuff.
But running 100watt bulbs can fry wiring unless you run relays and thicker wiring. The 55/60 are plenty for me and I do a lot of night driving.
I run the flosser bulbs from busdepot.

This is regurgitated garbage from >^..^< Catman >^..^< on m.net . I've run 80/100 bulbs for almost four years now without issue. So have many other people. IIRC there are no documented cases of melted wiring, but I could be wrong.

 

[AkaZero]

I have heard of other cars melt wiring, not miatas, but an hour of work and a few dollars for relays is a good safety measure against electrical fire. I am a better safe than sorry person though.

I actual read the stories on 4x4 forums. My two cars are a slammed miata and a 4runner on 33x12.5 tires.
I don't bother much with m.net car is slammed, they wouldn't like me there.

Either way e codes are the way to go.

 

[tom550]

If you name the right price I might be willing to let go of my fx-r in the 7" housing

Or I could get off my lazy ass and finish my set of 7" with mini h1.

But just buy e codes or get the moss kit. I emailed them and they will sell the parts separately. So you would be able to order the hid version on the 90mm hella housings. That will be crazy pricy but it would be a good solid setup.

 

[brontosaurus]

I have heard of other cars melt wiring, not miatas, but an hour of work and a few dollars for relays is a good safety measure against electrical fire. I am a better safe than sorry person though.

I actual read the stories on 4x4 forums. My two cars are a slammed miata and a 4runner on 33x12.5 tires.
I don't bother much with m.net car is slammed, they wouldn't like me there.

Either way e codes are the way to go.

Can't blame you for wanting to do it right, props. Assuming the stock wiring is insufficient upgrading the electricals should give brighter output too.

 

[95montego]

I just bought these. I hope they work well. I'm better off using 2 flashlights than my current headlights.

for a second, I thought you were USING 2 flashlights as your headlights, first I was like "wat de efff?" then I thought of those 1,2 million candle power search lights, but then I was back to "wat de eff??"

btw, you're a fucking post monster lol

 

[beord11]

http://www.ebay.com/itm/230154579500

I bought these recently. They're great.

how long have you had them? i really want to buy them but scared they will die out in less than a year..

 

[ThaiT]

well it seems like its used with h4 bulbs so u can buy replacement for it. Also i assume the bulb that it comes with is utter crap also 0-0.....


i love my upgrade which is the hella e-codes and yes hid h4 kit...it has a cutoff somewhat and no one has flashed their highbeam at me. might be doing a projector upgrade soon enough though!

 

[demoniam]

E-Codes...good bulbs... done