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  1. The H3 bulb is rather small compared to the HB4, However the holder / body for HB4 is plastic whereas the H3 is metallic and held by a screw. The H3 bulb is connected by a spade connector to the live wire, whereas the HB4 is connected by respective plugs. Maybe something to do with the heat dissipation?
  2. I too wish they were h3, I have a set of WIPAC 8" fog lamps donated from my landy, mounted on the rear for better off road visibility when reversing, The one of the stock lights (h3) burnt off and I resorted to a Narva 100W bulb pair locally, and there was a 100% improvement, compared to how they were. H3 has so many options compared to Hb4
  3. Might as well buy a cheap set till an ebay pair arrive as they tend to push beyond 2 weeks with premium shipping and 3 weeks or more with basic shipping
  4. Well nice to see that we have members who have input on things that matter, rather than winker mirrors and scuff plates The whole unavailability in UK and Not Eu legal thing sounded like a Chinese scam at the time, If I had seen your input earlier I would have definitely invested on the fog breakers So thanks again for your input guys, I already invested on a set of Nightbreaker Unlimited (HB4 9006) Putting out approx 1000 lumens at 3500-4000K / 50w ($35) I do have regrets on not going HID but as I said the fog lamps are very poorly accessible in my vehicle and therefore I need a reliable solution rather than replace ballasts and bulbs time to time. As for the fog breakers sadly I misjudged hem to be some fake lineage and went onto purchase the costlier nightbreaker ultimate which I already have in my headlamps, well atleast the color will match For those interested, ebay seller "RU-parts" and "ecworking" have the fog breakers at $29-35 / w free shipping
  5. Thanks for your input on this, I would have done the same if not otherwise
  6. I feel the 2400/- is a bit too much for a non-genuine, I purchased mine (Toyota) for a similar sum at Toyota Lanka somewhere in 2014. Anyways just forget that now and enjoy your odour-free car
  7. I was not bothered with the science behind it, but I find waxing keeps the lights kinda looking new and shiny, especially the tail lights, so I tend to do it time to time, I use the 3m paste wax, no harm so far.
  8. Thanks a lot Yes, the housings are rather small compared to others. Yes quite true, I still have a feeling the Rally spec bulbs are gonna fry my wiring and the lamp assembly itself, I'd be better of with Nightbreakers, I also found another Lineage, osram fogbreakers, any experience as we both are geeks for bulbs? They do shine proper bright yellow (2800K) though,
  9. Pretty much the same stamp mark on your set. Please do recommend a good HID retrofit, or an eBay seller,
  10. I too did consider the Osram off-road bulbs, my setup is HB4, but the lights are rather small (110mm diameter) and most of it is of plastic including the lens. So i'm pretty much up for more lumens with less heat.
  11. Yup I always purchase from powerbulbs UK, or the performancebulbsuk seller on eBay. I've used most of the Osram Nightbreaker lineage, I wanted something near HID, so went with this, anyways wondering on my next investment, Whether to go with HIDs (non- projector) but its a low fog / driving lamp hence the less glare I guess, or trusty Nightbreakers, Xtreme Vision,Costly PIAA or the latest CREE setup, opinions/ suggestions?
  12. Well my Diamond Vision set arrived last friday, and its quite the same story. At first glance one could realize its a horrible duplicate, and I've opened a case and received a refund by now, Its a tedious process to replace the fog lamps in my vehicle so I didn't bother to light them up as they look so crap. This is the sales package The untouched bulb still in packaging, paint already peeling away, mounted crooked False labeling claiming it to be German made, and it has space for a price stamp in Rs. Probably INR
  13. tiv

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    I'd recommend the digital discrete type, rather ricer telescope, decent brands of course, If you have OBd, get a trip computer, for a total diagnostic readout.
  14. As per your description, you probably have an aftermarket security system installed with remote start, which is probably turned for the worst with age. Yes any average electrician can remove the alarm / security system successfully provided that the wiring loom is successfully restored back to safe oem spec. (There will be numerous splicing by the existing system). My suggestion would be to remove the current system and install a newer simpler car remote lock / unlock module with / without alarm as per your requirement, but avoiding the remote start function. In my experience, these systems last like for 5-7 years at most and then the remotes or central module gives away eventually. I always have an extra battery for the remote stored in the vehicle.
  15. Speaking of buses, I guess you guys have seen the 2 white Tata / Leyland buses racing on the Airport highway via FB. Couldn't find a video to share here Outrageous I should say, Do the Police actually act on this or other traffic violation footage? or is there anyway that this data can be forwarded to them. Next thing we'll see Tuks doing U turns on the highway like that other joker in the sunny. Rather depressing by the day to see shit like this in the country we live in.
  16. It looks like a resized Mazda 3 (which is quite the looker). But why does the 2 look like a friday evening wrap-up job by the designers.
  17. Thanks for the elaborate reply, there's something to learn everyday
  18. Guys, please do clear this doubt of mine, i'm sure it will help OP as well. Given the fact that the above car is hardly used, definitely as mentioned certain components undergo ageing and perish untimely but doesn't that outweigh the good condition the car is in? given that its a solid german car. As in couldn't a prospective buyer purchase the above vehicle and restore these components within a short period and wouldn't that put him at a bigger advantage than purchasing a used car likely to have done above 200,000km by now given its era which may have niggles of its own. In terms of Lankan roads, wear and tear, cheap maintenance, changing hands etc. Yes I do understand swapping certain components would be expensive but still? Thanks in advance
  19. What I mean't was, if you can push your monthly budget a bit more, (or omit insurance from the monthly allocation and consider it a yearly add-on/ bottom line increase monthly budget a tad bit) things will be financially feasible, which you already have, So I'm sure with your 'adjusted' budget you can own the above vehicle given that its particulars are true as well. It seems like you like this car, go for it mate and also try to negotiate the price so that you have some cash for some starter work like premium tyres, new battery probably etc if needed of course. btw i'm no expert on BMWs, but I do know a thing or two about the e46.
  20. Yes they are famed for their 5000K colour, yes the description says their is no added power output, but I surely don't assume them to be as hideous as chinese blue coated bulbs which throw out lumens less than standard. I'll update once they arrive.
  21. As per your description, the car seems to be in great nick. (Mileage bit unrealistic; but still) As long as you maintain the car with the right people / agents reliability won't be an issue. I have a friend who used to do (120Kmx4) per day in a 320d e46. A price of 2.6 would be ideal AS for your yearly allocation, this might not suffice, yet again based on the condition of the car and components prone to fail (especially the turbo and fuel pump). If you arrange insurance with a bit more funds, I'm sure you'll be able to pull it off. End of the day what matters is do you really want the car, if you do, you'll be willing to push that extra 10-20K a month. Goodluck, and pics please when you do buy her.
  22. Yes, I already have sets of Osram Nightbreaker Unlimited and Plus, Just wanted to compare.
  23. Haha yes, but in terms of placement of the headlamps, one on top of the other, quite reminiscent of the old models to me
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