Difference between Projector and Reflector Headlights - What's the big deal?

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  • @ThePudgyPlatypi
    @ThePudgyPlatypi 2 роки тому +45

    I think something worth mentioning is that most aftermarket LED bulbs don't work because the lights are usually not designed for them. Reflectora for example expect a continuous amount of light from all directions to work properly. LEDs don't work like that (some attempt to simulate this though) so if your wondering why your "upgraded" LED bulbs suck, it's probably because your headlights weren't designed for them...but it's ok, just install some more harbor freight light bars and you'll be fine

    • @HeadlightRevolution
      @HeadlightRevolution  2 роки тому +8

      Harbor Freight specials solve everything! 😂

    • @YELLTELL
      @YELLTELL 10 місяців тому +1

      TELL EM!

    • @Loveitdownunder
      @Loveitdownunder 7 місяців тому

      Agree entirely.. Plus... LEDS and HID conversions fitted to a reflector that was not designed for them will completely blind other drivers as they will have no directional control... Publications in Australia that advertise these products put a VERY small disclaimer citing " These globes are for off road only"

    • @gravemind6536
      @gravemind6536 2 місяці тому +1

      LEDs and HIDs in a reflector housing are simply awful for everyone you can barely see with them as the light bounces and scatters in every direction and it therefore blinds all of traffic. Good quaility aftermarket LEDs and HIDs can be fitted in projector housings with some success just avoid the cheap Chinese junk and opt for Osram or Philips for aftermarket LEDs. My car has projector headlights and it originally came with halogens, the aftermarket Philips LEDs I fitted work perfectly and nobody has ever flashed at me for them.

  • @bradbergholdt6819
    @bradbergholdt6819 6 років тому +52

    Nicely done! As a 30 year automotive instructor I appreciate the clarity and presentation!

    • @HeadlightRevolution
      @HeadlightRevolution  6 років тому +1

      No problem, thank you for the supportive comment!

    • @Fit4C
      @Fit4C Рік тому

      Jesus loves you alot trust in His death 4 salvation and be saved from eternal hell

  • @moeshe500
    @moeshe500 5 років тому +45

    The man knows what he's talking about when he says the odds aren't that good with led upgrades because there's a ton of them to choose from and u might choose the wrong one easily.

    • @HeadlightRevolution
      @HeadlightRevolution  5 років тому +11

      There's a lot of junk out there!

    • @neubauerjoseph
      @neubauerjoseph 4 роки тому +3

      Yeah but I went to a shop who kept telling I need to buy this or that after like $500 I got bad and bought a aftermarket version of my jetta led/ hid projector headlights massive improvement.why do some just like to jerk you around, and not know what they are talking about. I told them simple I drive a lot at night so I just want a bright light like the new cars do.

  • @SkypowerwithKarl
    @SkypowerwithKarl 4 роки тому +27

    If you can find aftermarket DOT projector headlight assemblies to replace your reflector type, I highly recommend it. This is the only way I’d ever use even quality LED’s. With a properly designed LED( two sides, thin, and placed in same position as the halogen filament) a reflector type still tends to have too much “spill” or glare for oncoming traffic. As a side note projectors have an internal mask that block light above a certain point. This helps immensely in fog!

    • @JoeyLovesTrains
      @JoeyLovesTrains 3 роки тому +2

      Do not buy spec d headlights. They are quite literally semi circles, and do not offer good beam patterns at all

    • @Fit4C
      @Fit4C Рік тому +3

      Jesus loves you alot trust in His death 4 salvation and be saved from eternal hell

    • @jeremylakenes6859
      @jeremylakenes6859 2 місяці тому

      LEDs typically blind on coming traffic and don’t provide good visibility on the road for drivers. Mostly found on civics and trashy cheap Jeep owners

  • @ericpham4011
    @ericpham4011 4 роки тому +3

    thank you for this presentation. these are less boring than most school home work in school now around the world.

    • @HeadlightRevolution
      @HeadlightRevolution  4 роки тому +1

      There are a lot of people learning from home right now, not the greatest setup for sure! Glad this was better for you! Thanks for watching!

  • @takeitallin6882
    @takeitallin6882 4 роки тому +1

    Just came across your channel. I have a 2026 f350 and am just being exposed to this stuff. Trying to decide how I want to brighten the output of my headlights. Your videos are as professional and helpful as anyone will see. Thanks for not wasting people's time with irrelevant chit chat. Thanks for all of your effort. bg

    • @HeadlightRevolution
      @HeadlightRevolution  4 роки тому

      Thank you for the support! Check out the XB Headlights for your truck, They produce a really sharp beam pattern and look incredible too.

    • @takeitallin6882
      @takeitallin6882 4 роки тому

      @@HeadlightRevolution would loooove those but reality is more of a high end bulb budget!

  • @williamrodriguez8031
    @williamrodriguez8031 2 місяці тому

    I love how the projector headlights look which is why I'm changing my reflector headlights for projectors headlights later today on my Elantra 2,016 Limited.

  • @LynxGenisys
    @LynxGenisys 6 років тому +92

    As a tech for 12 yrs, I've found most HID kits don't last more than 2-3yrs. I've found LEDs far better, longer lasting, and generally brighter. Now with LEDs that can be adjusted to sit properly in the housings, they are even better. (When properly installed.)
    Also, the cops are cracking down on HIDs installed in factory halogen housings, which are rarely designed for the hid bulbs.
    I typically stear everyone away from HID, and towards LEDs when they're upgrading thier lights.
    But, i did learn alot from this vid.. thanks!

    • @therealb888
      @therealb888 6 років тому +1

      Lynx Genisys Pls give me examples or at least links to get adjustable LEDs!

    • @6ixtynine
      @6ixtynine 6 років тому +22

      Lynx Genisys that’s a very generalised statement. There are plenty of junk LED bulb kits that are horrible with bad light throw and low lumens due to high colour temperatures. HID kits like morimoto on the other hand come with specific projector beams with superior light beam and brightness.

    • @LynxGenisys
      @LynxGenisys 6 років тому +1

      b888 just google it, but i know phillips has a realy good bulb out there, generally considerd one of the best. I don't recall what its called though.
      Franklin, LEDs work great in projector housings. Im pretty certain theres vehicles out there with led in projector housings from factory.

    • @DeltaMatt
      @DeltaMatt 6 років тому +2

      Mine work fine, perfect beam pattern...

    • @scubaru7162
      @scubaru7162 6 років тому +6

      Lynx Genisys unless you are doing a retrofit anything else is blinding and illegal.

  • @Siltarie
    @Siltarie 4 роки тому +8

    My Outlander had a projector low beam with a seperate reflector high beam. Fantastic combination for factory lights, particularly since my area has potential wildlife on the road at night.

    • @HeadlightRevolution
      @HeadlightRevolution  4 роки тому +1

      That is an awesome combo!

    • @IRQ1Conflict
      @IRQ1Conflict 4 роки тому

      Yeah, my 2017 Silverado 3500 is setup like that. Thinking of replacing the halogen with GTR ULTRA2 LED's though.

  • @dave6678
    @dave6678 6 місяців тому

    This man is very good at explaining things. I wish i had seen his video sooner. But now i know what direction to go in. I have 2 headlights on a yamaha tdm 850 one is a projector. I fitted a led bulb to the projector and it was worse than the halogen bulb. So that backs up what this man has said. Im giving this guy and his video a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Rating.

  • @Redeemed-w3g
    @Redeemed-w3g 10 місяців тому +4

    This guy is not only knowledgeable, he is an outstanding teacher!

  • @JustinPaul1st
    @JustinPaul1st 3 роки тому +1

    3 years later i got to understand the difference properly 👍👍👍

  • @Dmccraw1998
    @Dmccraw1998 5 років тому +7

    I love projector headlights so much better! All my cars have had reflectors and my new car I recently bought has projectors and I love them so much better. I love the straight even cutoff projectors provide so the light isn’t scattered all over the place

    • @justinfisher5175
      @justinfisher5175 4 роки тому

      Me too!

    • @gravemind6536
      @gravemind6536 3 роки тому

      Not only are they a brighter but they are also much more freindly to oncoming cars that have the see your headlights. I could literally stare directly at the headlights on my car for a prolonged time and not be blinded much. The worst phase for headlights was when there were cars released from the factory with reflector Xenon lights that blinded everyone and gave HIDs/Xenons a bad name that still exists to this day.

  • @pindiwal4717
    @pindiwal4717 6 років тому +255

    If projector was reflector and reflector looked like projector then reflector projector could be turned into reflectors projection. Dude man you need to reflect what you projected for 15 mins. Reflect you, son of a projection.

    • @DaDonBossMan
      @DaDonBossMan 6 років тому +6

      Haroon Jamshed you see that door?

    • @pindiwal4717
      @pindiwal4717 6 років тому +15

      No...after all that projection reflection, I can't see anything!

    • @HeadlightRevolution
      @HeadlightRevolution  6 років тому +15

      Hahahahaha!

    • @dttomsen971
      @dttomsen971 6 років тому +2

      Unfortunately that's what I walked away from after watching this.

    • @HeadlightRevolution
      @HeadlightRevolution  6 років тому +9

      @@dttomsen971 I guess this video just isn't for everybody.

  • @rajeshr5140
    @rajeshr5140 6 років тому +24

    Basically there are two projection pattern: reflector and lens. Within this, you can use a regular bulb, xenon bulb or led bulb

  • @ferraricarpaccio1811
    @ferraricarpaccio1811 6 років тому +33

    So if the projectors reflector has more projected reflection over the projected reflections light then the reflectors projector can also be a good choice to reflect and project on your reflector or projector? Or was it projector is a better choice then reflector because the projector projects high beam reflector detector projector inspector.

  • @ih8042
    @ih8042 5 років тому +2

    You tube is a wonderful thing a lot of solutions for everything

  • @robertomontalvo7099
    @robertomontalvo7099 10 місяців тому +1

    I've tried them all, and hid are the brightest but blind incoming traffic, so I only do led now they last way longer and have a better beam pattern if you install them correctly .

  • @brucekoch3361
    @brucekoch3361 6 років тому +10

    Great speaker! - well spoken, on script, knowledgeable and focused.

  • @Angel-HC
    @Angel-HC 4 роки тому +1

    Once I got my FR-S with factory projector headlights after years of driving older cars with awful dim reflector housings, I told myself I'm done living that crappy headlight life. I got the Diode Dynamics 35W HID conversion kit for the low beams and I could not be happier with the superior light output compared to stock. Then, after driving my dad's Genesis with factory LED highs, I decided I need that, too, so I ordered some GTR lighting LEDs from you guys. Can't wait to get them and try them out.

  • @lerogers33
    @lerogers33 3 роки тому +6

    Great explanation! I just just purchased a Dodge Durango and it's my first vehicle with projector headlights. I was curious about the design and engineering of them and this video answered all of the questions I had.

  • @bangthoyib3869
    @bangthoyib3869 4 роки тому +5

    Good explanation, but it will be better if you add some sample where you turn on each kind of lamp so prople can understand the differences.

  • @Will_Bx_NYC_718
    @Will_Bx_NYC_718 6 місяців тому

    Great description. I was wondering why when I turned on and off the high beams on my vehicles with projectors that I was hearing a shuttering sound. I thought something was wrong because my previous vehicle used the projector and reflector combo. The high beams used a separate bulb with the reflector.

  • @dannyboots
    @dannyboots Місяць тому +1

    8:51 what I really wanted to know. Thanks! 🙏

  • @Shadoefax760
    @Shadoefax760 3 роки тому +4

    Projector LED's with 8000k lights or higher & you're seeing not just everything at night but you're also seeing into the future their so beautifully bright.

  • @dodgeguyz
    @dodgeguyz 3 роки тому +3

    I love the projector style headlamps. The beam is much more directed. And you can install LEDs in them with no issues. LEDs in a reflector housing just scatters the light and blinds everyone.

    • @HeadlightRevolution
      @HeadlightRevolution  3 роки тому +3

      Not always true about the reflectors, depends on the housing!

    • @TakeThis_L
      @TakeThis_L 2 роки тому

      HID is better than LED

    • @toneytone7497
      @toneytone7497 2 роки тому +1

      @@TakeThis_L not really its all about preference, hid are better than halogen bulbs

    • @mann_idonotreadreplies
      @mann_idonotreadreplies 2 роки тому +1

      @jacob Cool story bro.

  • @yeongkarsoon481
    @yeongkarsoon481 3 роки тому

    I can definitely understand the explanation without visual. Clear explanation

  • @jpaulo33
    @jpaulo33 5 років тому +7

    i'd like to see a comparison of the beam and intensity of OEM haogen reflector x projector. It always seems that the projector gets a better beam pattern, at the cost of brightness.

    • @shawncarson8131
      @shawncarson8131 5 років тому +2

      jpaulo33 The light output does not change from reflector to projector. The projector simply focuses more of the light down onto the road for better visibility and less glare for oncoming traffic. It may seem like there’s less output, but in reality there is no difference.

  • @TheCarCrazyGuy
    @TheCarCrazyGuy 6 років тому +59

    #MakeLightingGreatAgain

  • @davidriley9194
    @davidriley9194 Рік тому

    My Golf mk4 originally had reflector headlights. Dipped and high beam! They light output is good but I want something more efficient like a projector and see better at night especially running LED bulbs in so it be nice and bright! So I swap the whole headlight to projector!😊 be thing I noticed is after I changed the headlights, that I had to readjust the headlights by myself rather than get somebody to do it!😊 I strongly strongly suggest to anybody that they must adjust their headlights so it’s not aiming too high or too low!

  • @Si1verRaven
    @Si1verRaven 4 роки тому +1

    What is the round piece that sets in front of the light bulbs in a reflector headlight assembly?

    • @HeadlightRevolution
      @HeadlightRevolution  4 роки тому

      It’s a diffuser that helps the light hit the reflectors properly.

    • @Si1verRaven
      @Si1verRaven 4 роки тому

      @@HeadlightRevolution thanks

  • @paulnmarshall7504
    @paulnmarshall7504 5 років тому +9

    I read the regs regarding the “brightness” tolerances for your headlights. Your low beams need to operate below 3000 candelas, and high beams below 7000 candelas. Those numbers depend on your headlight housings. Basically, the wider angles your headlights are, the brighter the light you can pack. A 1700 lumen lightbulb can have a 135 cd rating, but the same light bulb in a narrower 20 degree beam can have a 18,000 cd rating.

    • @mrman8856
      @mrman8856 2 роки тому

      Explain this to me again lol. Because I'm getting some Led halos and they have an option for 18.5k lumens ( I guessing that's between the 2 bulbs ). That seems TOO bright.

  • @citizenof_theworld881
    @citizenof_theworld881 3 роки тому +1

    Very clear explanation! Now I need to find the best projector kit or headlight projector with hid for my 2004 Ram.

  • @jcalmar74
    @jcalmar74 5 років тому +1

    I got a grand caravan 2008 i wish install a projector !
    Do u think can be install one of them projectors on it?
    Thank u

  • @superdutysandsilver5039
    @superdutysandsilver5039 5 років тому +4

    And that's why they pay the HR guy the big bucks, to break it down! It DOES matter which bulb and technology you use. Leave it to the pros at HR; I've used them twice with great results. I had to deal in both LED and HID technologies because of the two different vehicles I had. So glad they helped me pick the correct setup. If you can't wrap your head around it, the do as Thanos says, "move on!"

  • @pibblesnbits
    @pibblesnbits 6 років тому +9

    I will say that reflector headlights have been around a lot longer than projectors and that reflector headlights have come a long way in the past 5 years. A lot of modern cars with reflector headlights have pretty good throw and spread on the halogen level that compares well to halogen projectors.

    • @Verge513
      @Verge513 6 років тому +2

      That is true. But alot of people arnt aware that projectors have been around for decades, my 1990 nissan 300zx has projector low beam

    • @gravemind6536
      @gravemind6536 3 роки тому

      Still not as good and projector headlights are much less dazzling than reflectors.

  • @r.plante878
    @r.plante878 3 роки тому +2

    Is the position (vertical or horizontal) of a LED replacement in a projector critical, or since the “bowl” is round it doesn’t matter? Thanks!

  • @kevinvoyer5053
    @kevinvoyer5053 4 роки тому +2

    Yes, the standards of lights today, seam to be more concerned with style and aerodynamics, than lighting up what you need on the road in front of you and a corner you are entering. The price of the car has little to do, that really makes no sense. I’ve been very critical of the headlights I use. I drove tractor trailers all my life, both local an regional, with a lot of night driving. Back in the late 70’s the Europeans had the best sealed beam type, or separate bulb/ housing setup, one company in particular, a French Company, I believe was spelled Cibie, that’s still available an great for older deals beam replacement in all 5-3/4” to 7”, plus rectangular in both sizes. That was the 7’, I used in my motorcycle and Mack Tractor I drove over 200,000 miles in three years! That were the best at the time and legal. Today I own a 2019 Chevy Colorado Crew Cab, 4x4, V6,,WT, that unfortunately comes with the reflector type, that are not that good as far as low beams go. But finally the same company he used above, MORIMOTO, had developed an LED, that you are able to adjust how it sits in the mount, so as to not scatter the light to blind oncoming drivers. That I can honestly tell you, the difference is night and day, pardon the expression, different than even the Sylvania Silver Star Ultra I had in the low beams and the ones I still have in the high beams actually look yellow now,, so I will need to get some MORIMOTO for my high beams, to get the most I’m able to.

    • @mann_idonotreadreplies
      @mann_idonotreadreplies 2 роки тому

      @kevin cool. Story. Bro.

    • @wulimu
      @wulimu 2 роки тому

      This is a little confusing. Chris said in another comment that LED is not legal for street use. So upgrading from halogen to LED for a reflector housing is obviously not recommended. Does it help to stay off the radar because you actually adjusted the focus to the correct height?

    • @kevinvoyer5053
      @kevinvoyer5053 2 роки тому

      @@wulimu I still greatly appreciate the increase in illumination across two lanes in front of me with the led low beam replacement and especially the high beam replacement. I really could care less, especially seeing as how I went through great efforts to be sure I won’t blind oncoming drivers, in anything street legal, that’s normally has more hight than a go cart. I’ve even driven up on my truck in a BMW Z3, that’s fairly low and I can honestly say I was not blinded by glare. Most importantly is the vast improvement I have SEEING at night with the LED’s.

  • @hugebear53
    @hugebear53 11 місяців тому +1

    Old school reflectors have a proper beam pattern for North America! The low beam shield could easily be cut to match that pattern. The flat cutoff being used is in my opinion one reason why so many people are always driving with high beams on. It's the only way to read road signs. 😢

  • @longranger308
    @longranger308 6 років тому +4

    I have the 55w GTR HID lighting kit and 9011HIR highbeams and it throws a huge amount of light down the road for my liking.

  • @bstory3196
    @bstory3196 9 місяців тому

    I know someone who had a 2004 Toyota Prius it came factroy with HID so SINGLE filament but would do low and high they had the REflector backing

  • @ardweno
    @ardweno 4 роки тому +1

    We installed led bulbs in our gmc envoy 2008 in a reglector do you thing we should install a reflector

    • @HeadlightRevolution
      @HeadlightRevolution  4 роки тому

      There really aren't any good aftermarket headlight assemblies available for your vehicle, A good bulb is going to be your best bet.

  • @kennethlow6619
    @kennethlow6619 5 років тому +2

    I enjoy fitting HID’s into reflector housing and aiming them upwards to blind other drivers and cause an accident. Gets me every time.

  • @Moment2Forever
    @Moment2Forever 11 місяців тому

    Main problem with most projectors is they are spot lights with almost no side illumination. Most of the newer vehicles with adaptive lighting run fogs to make up for the deficiency, that being said the morimoto projectors have a much better spread than oem projectors but at the cost of some of the hotspot in the middle.

  • @smoke282001
    @smoke282001 3 роки тому +2

    What led bulbs do you recommend for a 2018 Ford Fusion?

    • @HeadlightRevolution
      @HeadlightRevolution  3 роки тому

      I would suggest reaching out to our CS team so we can go over some options with you!
      218-755-5200
      Sales@HeadlightRevolution.com

  • @let_it_ride9216
    @let_it_ride9216 3 роки тому

    Going from a reflector to a projector on a ram this week I just ordered the harness from you guys for my 2017 to do this did I need to do that and also what the bulb would be an upgrade for the projector

    • @HeadlightRevolution
      @HeadlightRevolution  3 роки тому

      Check out our GTR kit!
      www.headlightrevolution.com/2013-2018-DODGE-RAM-ULTRA-2-LED-W-PROJECTOR-LOW-BEAM

  • @ebenezarvethabothagam3931
    @ebenezarvethabothagam3931 5 років тому +1

    Hi Chris. What do you recommend (HID or LED) for 2006 odyssey low beams. Would it be street Legal?

    • @HeadlightRevolution
      @HeadlightRevolution  5 років тому

      Both are street legal and both are great options. Just because it's easy I would recommend the LED bulbs! headlightrevolution.com/led-headlight-bulbs/v-4-led-headlight-bulbs/

  • @HenryGL78
    @HenryGL78 3 роки тому

    Great presentation 👍. I have Dodge Durango with HID projector but not giving enough long distance light up especially when we are on high speed. It is just lighting up well near to the vehicle's front. Any good advise please? I have philips crystal visian halogen pair with me unboxed will this help?

    • @HeadlightRevolution
      @HeadlightRevolution  3 роки тому

      Thanks for the comment! For recommendations please reach out to our CS team so we can better assist you!
      218-755-5200
      Sales@HeadlightRevolution.com

  • @lislevollgraaff1236
    @lislevollgraaff1236 Рік тому

    Question please: Ford Ecosport 2016. The strip light UNDER the headlight is not working.
    There are no fuses connected to this in the manual
    How do I fix it?

  • @javednasir1050
    @javednasir1050 4 роки тому

    Hello! Ive got a Lexus es 330 with projector light casing kit. What would be the best fitting LED light?? Any suggestions please...

    • @HeadlightRevolution
      @HeadlightRevolution  4 роки тому

      That would depend on what projector you are running, it sounds like that was an aftermarket projector kit that you have installed in that vehicle? Let us know that bulb size and we will totally be able to get a recommendation going for you!

  • @crazytestpilot9434
    @crazytestpilot9434 Місяць тому

    Could you recommend a good budget DIY projector I could install in my 2002 voyager? Thanks.

    • @HeadlightRevolution
      @HeadlightRevolution  Місяць тому

      If the Mini D2S, Micro D2S, and the MLED are out of the price ranger - the Evo XR projectors or the H1 are a good budget-friendly alternative.

    • @crazytestpilot9434
      @crazytestpilot9434 Місяць тому

      @@HeadlightRevolution Thankyou

  • @TheMetalmachine467
    @TheMetalmachine467 5 років тому +6

    I love my protector headlight in my caddy
    They actually turn the corner before I finish turning so I could see where I’m going try that with a reflector headlight

    • @ghostcell030
      @ghostcell030 4 роки тому

      So did the headlights in my 2005 Acura RL....

  • @johanvanhullebusch980
    @johanvanhullebusch980 5 років тому +1

    hey, i want led on my bmw s1000 r motorcycle, butt i have 1 reflector and 1 projector headlight, the bulbs now in my bike are, halogen i think, HB3/12V/60W. is high beam, projector headlight, H7/12V/55W, low beam reflector headlight, and two W5W/12V/5W, parking lights, 1 in bouth lights, butt what do i need ,to change them to LED, you maby now what i need, thx

    • @HeadlightRevolution
      @HeadlightRevolution  5 років тому

      Sounds like you have some questions our support staff can answer. Give us a ring today! 2187555200

  • @artramirez3506
    @artramirez3506 2 роки тому

    Enjoying this channel. Very informative and explains things well.

  • @raymondmckenzie4109
    @raymondmckenzie4109 Рік тому

    I'm trying to convert an ae100 headlight with the h4 projectors but there's the cap that's blocking it. Can the cap be removed without opening the headlight

  • @vb1gbg
    @vb1gbg 3 роки тому +1

    Is it illegal to install retrofit projectors into a reflector style headlight in Virginia?

    • @HeadlightRevolution
      @HeadlightRevolution  3 роки тому +1

      Virginia has VERY harsh road laws, I would check with the local DOT to make sure.

  • @doninmichigan
    @doninmichigan 4 роки тому +2

    This is a great video to get a boomer like me up to speed!

  • @215ftr
    @215ftr 3 роки тому

    Whats the best led for 2013 accord with projector. I'm looking for extreme brightness

    • @HeadlightRevolution
      @HeadlightRevolution  3 роки тому

      For the best fitment and function I would recommend the S-V.4!
      www.headlightrevolution.com/s-v-4-led-headlights-h11-h16-bulbs-HRH11V4_2

  • @carolynmarner1640
    @carolynmarner1640 2 роки тому

    I hv a Ram 1500 2019. How do I knw which headlights I hv? Please advise. Thank you

    • @carolynmarner1640
      @carolynmarner1640 2 роки тому

      I’m trying to purchase a protector to my headlights to protect from the sun. They get ugly when they turn yellow or fade.

  • @astralsilverwind5478
    @astralsilverwind5478 3 роки тому

    Hello, I appreciate the video and I know this is an older one but i was thinking of replacing my 95 ford explorers head light lens. I also wanted to keep it looking original. So i was wondering, what are the headlights from 90s vehicles called. because they had the cuts in the plastic lens like the old glass sealed ones but theyre made of plastic. are those considered reflective, or sealed? and should go for the clear reflective replacement that came out in the 2000s or should i just get a new original one that has all the cuts in the plastic lens itself?

  • @TommyboyGTP
    @TommyboyGTP 3 роки тому

    2012 Ford Fusion i have is halogen projector. I want to use the new GTR Ultra 2.0 LED bulbs. I know this is an older video before those were out, so what's your opinion on those LED bulbs in halogen projectors?

  • @clintcarroll7873
    @clintcarroll7873 2 роки тому

    I recently replaced headlight housings on a 2016 Honda Civic. The replacement housings included a projector low beam just like the original housing. The replacement fit perfectly but when we drove the car we noticed the top of the low beam was noticeably clipped. Investigating the new housing you can see a fixed shield / shutter that is responsible for clipping the beam. Is it possible that the original factory projector housing didn't use any type of shutter, or did we just not notice it before?

  • @Vegasclaw
    @Vegasclaw 5 років тому

    So we learn, halogen is old school as it can be, reflectors are clearer/wider visibility, Hid the best way to go because technology has been mastered and Led is the new cool source and its slowly getting there def an upgrade from reflectors but technology isnt there yet to compete with HID. Love it thanks bro

    • @HeadlightRevolution
      @HeadlightRevolution  5 років тому

      That basically sums it up! happy to hear you liked it!

    • @hugebear53
      @hugebear53 11 місяців тому

      Halogen is indeed old school, but it's just a light source, like hid or led. The reflector or projector is imo the important part. True led lighting is on another level, not needing reflectors or projectors, but several leds on each side of the vehicle. They may each be in separate tiny projectors to focus output, but that's conjecture on my part.

  • @Mrkleeen
    @Mrkleeen 3 роки тому +1

    What is best recommended for my 2018 ram 1500 with reflector lights? Just led swap or is something else much better

    • @HeadlightRevolution
      @HeadlightRevolution  3 роки тому

      Shoot us an email at Sales@headlightrevolution.com and we can assist you!!!

  • @ioannisboukas2039
    @ioannisboukas2039 5 років тому +1

    Great video ! I would like to ask you if you think a quality led bulb (H4) is going to look good on an older car with glass headlights (it's a 1993 model). I didn't quite understand in what category of headlights I'm in. Thanks

    • @HeadlightRevolution
      @HeadlightRevolution  5 років тому +3

      No, it would look great! We would highly recommend the S-V.4!

  • @debsanz8333
    @debsanz8333 2 роки тому

    I have 2015 Sonata 2.0t and have this issues of the projectors low beam headlights … a while ago the lighting began to diminish with spots and black lines that distract on the road. the bulbs were changed, the angle of visibility was adjusted, and the problem continues. Should I opt for new headlamps or will there be any way to replace the projector? Or do you suggest replacing it with some reflectors instead of projectors?

    • @HeadlightRevolution
      @HeadlightRevolution  2 роки тому

      Hard to say for sure without seeing it, shoot us an email with some pictures so we can get a better idea of what you're seeing!
      218-755-5200
      Sales@HeadlightRevolution.com

  • @AJ12-76
    @AJ12-76 3 роки тому

    I have a 2018 Taurus I upgraded to LED and they suck not bright at all. What can you recommend?

  • @royalprince8858
    @royalprince8858 4 роки тому

    How do I go by replacing headlight lens? I want to use my OEM projector and lens on my aftermarket headlights housing. I wasn't even able to use the light bulbs I purchased because the new aftermarket headlight housing projector is different from my OEM projector, which is 2008 Nissan Maxima.

    • @HeadlightRevolution
      @HeadlightRevolution  4 роки тому

      That would be a very custom job, and you would need to crack open that headlight housing. The Retrofit Source has a great video on how to do a general retrofit, and a lot of the information will apply to your headlights! I have lined that video here: ua-cam.com/video/yAnw-7PvyEc/v-deo.html

  • @TazeSwiftGaming
    @TazeSwiftGaming 6 років тому +1

    I have a mercedes c class 2010 and i have a headlight unit that has like that dodge you showed in the video... one side for the low beam is a projector(at least it looks like that) and the other one for the hight beam reflective. So my question is now if i want to upgrade to lets say LED bulbs, do i need to buy 4 LED bulbs and install them 2 in each headlight unit. Or i can just upgrade the low beam to LED which is used more. Would that make any problems with one being LED and other a halogen.

    • @HeadlightRevolution
      @HeadlightRevolution  6 років тому

      Hey there, thanks for stopping by! Good question. For your low beam projectors, go with an HID kit and not an LED as LEDs do not perform very good in a projector. For your reflective high beam, go with LED as they perform the best there and have no warm-up time. :) You would need to buy two kits: One 55w Single Beam HID kit, and a high beam LED kit. :)

    • @TazeSwiftGaming
      @TazeSwiftGaming 6 років тому

      Headlight Revolution Hi, thanks for your reply. Do you recommend any HID kit i could use? i've looked at some but they all seem to be very bright and don't actually look that good when they are installed, you can clearly see that its an aftermarket thing. I on the other hand am looking for my headlights to be not very eye catchy and to look like they are original. I just want to upgrade cause my halogens aren't really the best to light the road at night.

  • @rustystick
    @rustystick 5 років тому

    My 09 projector HIDs suck. I've replaced them per the dealer, but still suck. Is there a better option with LEDs?

  • @pineapplewafers
    @pineapplewafers 4 роки тому

    This video says that the 9005 bulb is the low beam, but everywhere I look, it seems to indicate the opposite. Which information is accurate at this point?

    • @HeadlightRevolution
      @HeadlightRevolution  4 роки тому

      The projector headlight uses either a 9012 or 9005 low beam and a 9005 high beam, depending on the year.

  • @outk2st77
    @outk2st77 5 років тому

    2018 Honda Pilot Touring AWD has projector headlight with Halogens. Since they are projectors can I install HIDs or LEDs and do I need a KIT with either?

    • @Anomize23
      @Anomize23 4 роки тому

      I would just go with HIDs. I have a 4runner with projector lens and it came with Halogen bulbs. The main problem I had with LEDs was that it does not fit correctly in a projector which is hard to adjust the lighting in that as well. while HIDs were built to be fit in projectors, it’s just better to stick with HIDS.

  • @CB-ws3eq
    @CB-ws3eq 6 років тому

    I have a 2015 2500 with the projectors and it’s still awful after I put in led. Is there something about that model that has issues or do I need to do some more things/better products to help it?

    • @HeadlightRevolution
      @HeadlightRevolution  6 років тому

      Hey Coleton!
      You need an HID kit in there, those are projectors! Link: headlightrevolution.com/gtr-lighting-55w-gen-5-pwm-canbus-single-beam-hid-conversion-kit/
      (H11, 6,000k Recommended)

  • @mitchanator0999
    @mitchanator0999 3 роки тому

    I wish I watched this video last week. I just purchased and installed led headlights in my 2017 ford escape titanium with projector low beam and reflector high beam. Might return them and get hid instead.

    • @HeadlightRevolution
      @HeadlightRevolution  3 роки тому +1

      If you want to get some HID give us a shout!
      218-755-5200
      Sales@HeadlightRevolution.com

  • @lindians211
    @lindians211 5 років тому

    If I have both stock and projector headlights in a Chevy cobalt, in which headlights would you recommend to install the morimoto projector?

    • @HeadlightRevolution
      @HeadlightRevolution  5 років тому +1

      The reflector headlight housings are easier to use as a base for doing a projector Retrofit.

  • @ivanmata5274
    @ivanmata5274 4 роки тому

    Is it possible to repair the led bar for the blinkers on the headlight projector?

    • @HeadlightRevolution
      @HeadlightRevolution  4 роки тому

      The only thing that we would have for you here would be the Profile Pixel DRL Boards for that vehicle, this will require you to bake that headlight housing, crack it open, and replace that DRL board. Let us know if you have any other questions, we are here to help! Have a great day!

    • @HeadlightRevolution
      @HeadlightRevolution  4 роки тому

      Link: www.headlightrevolution.com/profile-pixel-13-ram-drl-boards?quantity=1

  • @CAMADIE
    @CAMADIE 4 роки тому

    what an incredible channel. Congrats. Video quality is top

  • @sean9641
    @sean9641 4 роки тому

    I put the GTR Ultra 2’s in a 2003 Toyota Tacoma w/reflector headlights. The lights are installed properly (correct orientation), but there is no discernible pattern, other than bad. There are shadows, and square light patterns scattered in the field of view. I’m wondering if the diffuser is doing this, and should I just snip the diffuser right out? Any help is appreciated.

    • @HeadlightRevolution
      @HeadlightRevolution  4 роки тому

      The diffuser-cap shouldn't cause an issue, as those lights are designed to function like the factory lights, just brighter. The alignment may be off, so shoot us an email with some images of the beam on a wall at least 25 feet away, and we will be happy to assist you!

    • @HeadlightRevolution
      @HeadlightRevolution  4 роки тому

      Email Address: Sales@HeadlightRevolution.com

    • @sean9641
      @sean9641 4 роки тому

      Headlight Revolution I have e-mailed pic of beam pattern as requested.

    • @HeadlightRevolution
      @HeadlightRevolution  4 роки тому

      Right on! Give us a little while to get back to you as there are tons of other emails in the inbox, but we should get back to you sometime later today!

  • @lewiswilliamsjr1190
    @lewiswilliamsjr1190 4 роки тому

    I have a 2014 Cadillac with Stock H ID headlights if I want to replace the bulbs with a brighter bulb do I have to replace the ballast also 300 or higher or what size balance

    • @HeadlightRevolution
      @HeadlightRevolution  4 роки тому

      What kind of Cadillac do you have?
      I would not advise upgrading the ballast. Upgrading to a brighter bulb will be more than enough!

  • @jasonhenn7345
    @jasonhenn7345 4 роки тому +1

    That sharp cutoff makes me wozy, and it seems to look like a big black wall is in front of me.
    I prefer a fade off beam,.
    Personally using reflector HID in a 98 gm truck with new reflectors, using white on low and yellow ish on high, and very happy with it.also have an led bar but rarely use it.
    Thinking of converting fog lights to hid yellow to finish it off
    And led in Tail and signal

    • @HeadlightRevolution
      @HeadlightRevolution  4 роки тому

      The sharp cutoff is a little less annoying on the road. I felt the same way at first!

  • @immersiveparadox
    @immersiveparadox 6 років тому +11

    Thanks for explaining. Now I know the difference :)

  • @miguelchacon1745
    @miguelchacon1745 4 роки тому

    I have a Jeep gladiator with halogen headlamps can I convert my Headlamps to LED’s or HID?

    • @HeadlightRevolution
      @HeadlightRevolution  4 роки тому +1

      You can totally do that, although that is not street legal. I have linked all the offroad options that we have for that vehicle for you here: headlightrevolution.com/vehicles/jeep/jeep-jt-gladiator/

    • @miguelchacon1745
      @miguelchacon1745 4 роки тому

      Headlight Revolution thank you

  • @ghazibagazi9687
    @ghazibagazi9687 5 років тому

    What is best bulbs for projector headlights h7 ? Do you think philips x tram vision or whaite vision will be best fot it?

  • @rmarli17
    @rmarli17 3 роки тому

    So I'm having issues with alignment. The adjusters move the bulb but not the projector lens. Therefore wouldn't that mean no matter where I adjust the bulb the beam will remain in the same place?

    • @rmarli17
      @rmarli17 3 роки тому

      So use led with reflectors and hid/halogen with projector?

    • @HeadlightRevolution
      @HeadlightRevolution  3 роки тому

      Hey Ryan, shoot some pictures over to our support email and lets see what we can do to help you out!
      sales@headlightrevolution.com

  • @firebird890
    @firebird890 2 роки тому

    My 2017 Nissan Sentra SR Came standard with LED Projector headlights my girlfriend’s 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee wk came with HID Projector headlights there is a slight difference but overall visibility is generally the same

  • @rodmarquintal6780
    @rodmarquintal6780 6 років тому +1

    Hi buddy, i saw your video and I thought it was very interesting, I'm trying to replace the current bulbs, i have a 2007 VW GTI with projector headlight with DS2 HID bulb, however am tryingto replace these per D2S Led bulbs, which brand would be your recommendation?? To have a to have a good brightness with the projector, I saw some brands on Ebay and Amazon that promise 6000 k per bulb, but I do not trust them with these. I really apreciate your help, thanks in advance.

    • @HeadlightRevolution
      @HeadlightRevolution  6 років тому

      Rodmar Quintal, thanks for the quesion! If they are saying that that they are 6000 Lumen6000k is a very common color, it does not mean that it is brighter. We've tested over 300 bulbs, and so far LED's don't do well in projectors. If you want something that is truly going to be an upgrade for your projectors, I would recommend a 55 Watt HID kit by GTR. Check out this video so you can see how to make the change, and if you think you would want to do that. ua-cam.com/video/AIK_CWV9Kiw/v-deo.html Please call or email us if you have any questions.
      sales@headlightrevolution.com

    • @tcpguitar1
      @tcpguitar1 6 років тому

      6000k has nothing to do with brightness, that’s the colour. 3000k is yellow, 6000k is white, 8000k is blue tinted

  • @pashagora773
    @pashagora773 Рік тому

    Give me a good advice for the LED lights for a Subaru Ascent 2020, please

  • @peligroso1777
    @peligroso1777 5 років тому +1

    Which headlight bulbs would you recommend for a '94 Mercury Cougar, and why?

    • @HeadlightRevolution
      @HeadlightRevolution  5 років тому

      @Peligroso, for application questions like that please contact our expert sales team: sales@HeadlightRevolution.com

    • @tikihouse2095
      @tikihouse2095 4 роки тому

      @@HeadlightRevolution which set up would be for my 2015 Ford Explorer XLT. I am currently running halogens

  • @michaelhorn4540
    @michaelhorn4540 2 роки тому

    My jeep grand Cherokee limited has hid headlights with projector and daytime running lights which I switched over to led

  • @tommyd6665
    @tommyd6665 3 роки тому

    HID IS KING, Vs LEDs ...BUT if you have OEM projectors. I bought a pair of aftermarket Projectors, Headlights for my Malibu. And after putting some HIDs 55w 8k. The whole headlight sealent had melted. And the Plastic was super hot. I took them off and haven't had problem's with my LEDs

  • @hubertniekrasov8699
    @hubertniekrasov8699 4 роки тому +1

    How good are Morimoto headlights Assembly? Moisture and uv from stock. Thanks for video

    • @HeadlightRevolution
      @HeadlightRevolution  4 роки тому +1

      They are excellent. I’ve had them on my 2018 F150 for almost 2 years now and they look as good as they did when they were new. -Chris W

  • @AndyG8732
    @AndyG8732 5 років тому

    I have a 1999 Mercedes e320 with oem halogen housings. What would you recommend to increase the light output? Do you have any Morimoto kits that will work? Please reply. Thanks.

    • @HeadlightRevolution
      @HeadlightRevolution  5 років тому

      A projector HID retrofit would change things drastically!

    • @AndyG8732
      @AndyG8732 5 років тому

      @@HeadlightRevolution do you sell this product that you recommend?

    • @HeadlightRevolution
      @HeadlightRevolution  5 років тому

      Yes we do. We can help you by email to figure out the best option for a Projector Retrofit: sales@HeadlightRevolution.com

  • @pathphynder1
    @pathphynder1 6 років тому

    I have a 09 Ram 1500 with single beam reflector headlights. Do you have videos/info on the Morimoto retrofit that you are showing in this video. Morimoto model, HID vs LED in that model, installation process?

    • @HeadlightRevolution
      @HeadlightRevolution  6 років тому

      Here is what I recommend for your Ram if you are looking at LEDs:
      headlightrevolution.com/2009-2018-dodge-ram-reflector-single-beam-led-h11-low-beam-bulbs-upgrade-supernova-v-3/

  • @yamatainagisa2134
    @yamatainagisa2134 3 роки тому

    What type of LED bulb would fit in the low beam projector for a Mazda 6 2012 model?

    • @HeadlightRevolution
      @HeadlightRevolution  3 роки тому

      Reach out to our CS team so we can help you!
      218-755-5200
      Sales@headlightrevolution.com

  • @annu7201
    @annu7201 3 роки тому

    I recently upgraded my normal H7 to HID, but high beam reach max 50-60M, issue is HID bulb little bit longer than halogen so reflection does work, plz tell me what will be do. This upgrade for hyundai Tucson 2019 India model.

    • @HeadlightRevolution
      @HeadlightRevolution  3 роки тому

      Send us an email with some pictures and let's see what we can figure out for your vehicle!
      218-755-5200
      sales@headlightrevolution.com

  • @dreambig121
    @dreambig121 4 роки тому

    Hi,
    I m looking for aftermarket headlight, backlight for my Mitsubishi Mirage 2014,
    Unable to find it online, any suggestions please

    • @HeadlightRevolution
      @HeadlightRevolution  4 роки тому

      Hey there, thanks for commenting! That vehicle uses a 9003/H4 bulb in the headlight, and that will be for the low and high beam! For that vehicle, I can not recommend HID or LED for street legal use, and for the street you would need to go with the halogens linked here: headlightrevolution.com/vision-x-h4-55-60-watt-hi-low-dot-approved-superwhite-bulb-set/
      For an offroad application, I would recommend going with the CSP Mini from GTR Lighting, as that is a small form factor bulb that will fit under that dust cover! I have linked that for you here: headlightrevolution.com/vision-x-h4-55-60-watt-hi-low-dot-approved-superwhite-bulb-set/
      If you have any other questions, shoot us an email and we will get you taken care of! Sales@HeadlightRevolution.com

  • @marcolaitano9626
    @marcolaitano9626 5 років тому +3

    Can you do it for the nissan np300 i would really love to know which i can buy!!

    • @HeadlightRevolution
      @HeadlightRevolution  5 років тому +1

      If it is between years 2001-2004, this will work for you!
      Link: headlightrevolution.com/2001-2004-nissan-frontier-headlight-bulbs-hid-conversion-kit/

  • @bishopgeorge1333
    @bishopgeorge1333 4 роки тому

    So with a HID bulb in both a reflection and a projector you will get better performance out of projector, I want to buy a projector headlight instead of my reflection housing?

    • @HeadlightRevolution
      @HeadlightRevolution  4 роки тому +1

      That is correct, let us know what kind of vehicle you have and we will see if we have something for you!🤘

    • @bishopgeorge1333
      @bishopgeorge1333 4 роки тому

      @@HeadlightRevolution A 2018 dodge ram 3500 slt also I would like to upgrade my hi-beam with a LED bulb, kind of like a plug-n-play bulb I was looking at the 9005 GTR Lighting CSP Mini is that a good fit?

  • @ernestomorales6455
    @ernestomorales6455 4 роки тому

    What would you recommend reflector or projector for a 2004 kentworth t2000 semi headlights

    • @HeadlightRevolution
      @HeadlightRevolution  4 роки тому

      Send us an email to Sales@HeadlightRevolution.com and we will go over a couple of good options with you for your truck.

  • @randischwarz5072
    @randischwarz5072 6 років тому

    I own a 2012 GMC Terrain and a 2015 Subaru Outback. Both vehicles have projector beam style lights. My problem is due to my age and cataracts I need more light at night. I have been exploring options. One is replacing the standard halogen beams with the allegedly brighter replacement from Philips or Sylvania. My other idea was to have some type of light bar installed on the front of the vehicles. I asked about Leds, but was told that the projector housing would not allow all the light produced to be allowed out of the housing. Any suggestions?

    • @HeadlightRevolution
      @HeadlightRevolution  6 років тому

      Randi, we are here to help! DO NOT put a light bar on your vehicle. Those are ONLY legal for off-road use. There are plenty of options for you. Give us a call or email us, and we'll get you what you need.
      Phone: 218-755-5505
      Email: sales@headlightrevolution.com

    • @JakeFromLateFarm
      @JakeFromLateFarm 6 років тому

      The BEST option would be to retrofit your current housings with HID projectors and install an HID kit. However, that takes a lot of time and a fair amount of money. Your better option is to install a set of Sylvania Silverstars and call it a day. They're noticeably brighter/whiter and aren't nearly as expensive as an HID retrofit.