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Originally Posted by BMFScout
thats the was the plan... :gigem:
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Originally Posted by BMFScout
thats the was the plan... :gigem:
Does anyone know what the maximum legal wattage for low and high beam headlights are in Texas? I need to figure out what I'm gonna do about headlights, cause the 55 watt hella 550's aint cuttin it.
I would think as long as you can have a "dim" light setting, then the max would not be too much of an issue. As long as you can turn on some dims that dont sear the retinas of oncoming drivers. :gigem:
Well I know for a fact that the high beam maximum wattage is around 100 watts, which is why all those fancy 130 and 150 watt lights made by KC and Hella are not legal for street use. Anyone know where I can find this info on the TxDOT site?
Have you checked into better refectors or a different type of bulb that is more efficient?Quote:
Originally Posted by afroman006
Well seeing as how I'm not running factory headlights at all I figured it would be easier to just get different aftermarket ones.
Ahh ok... what are you wanting brighter lights for? If you're running a trail at night, only the leader needs to see, anyone else that has bright lights just becomes annoying to the person that is in front of them.Quote:
Originally Posted by afroman006
The only places for me that really bright lights have come in handy was llano. Not only was it wide open, it was nice to see what was in the water in front of you. How ever, a q-beam was much better as you could aim it.
I'd suggest 2 KC's or some other kinda of beams, and then something that is bright, but a flood instead of a beam. In addition, a powerful handheld.
Edit: Maybe this is what you are trying to do?
I'm pretty sure he wants to have lights that are within Texas law limits so he can have it street legal?
I used to have the same Hella 55's before the housings cracked then I went to Pro Comp 150's. When I had them on at night driving on the road I'd always piss people off.
dick cepek makes a light that is 210watts
http://extremesuspensions.com/lighti...ting_index.htm
Ok, to make this clear, I want STREET LEGAL HIGH AND LOW BEAMS. The hella's are not even bright enough to be used as low beams on the street, which is my main concern. I know I need a flood type for the low beams, but I'm not sure on the maximum wattage the state allows for low beams.
Hella black majic 55 watt. Outshine 4 55 watt procomps by quite a lot.
i heard somewhere that it was no more than 65 watts
yeah, i was going to suggest round eyes. they're good guys, sponsor all of the boards. i bought some 55w hellas from them a few years ago and they handled everything well
and just shoot him an email at sales@roundeyes.com and tell him what you're looking for. he may have some others than those posted above or may be able to point you in the right direction