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Old Oct 23, 2012 | 07:27 AM
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I just bought a new set of HIDs and was wondering if anyone could tell me how to install them or provide a good DIY link so i can put these bulbs in with ease. (for an 04 enthusiast) Help is appreciated!
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Old Oct 23, 2012 | 07:34 AM
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Just the bulbs???
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the ballast too
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Old Oct 23, 2012 | 07:40 AM
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So you have a HID kit to replace your non-HID lighting? You have a "Base" model 350Z?
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Old Oct 23, 2012 | 07:43 AM
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yes i have an HID kit and the post says its for an 04 enthusiast model
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Old Oct 23, 2012 | 08:51 AM
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I thought the Enthusiast model came with HIDs? Shouldn't need a kit if so.
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it does but im putting 5k hids in and wanted to know if there is a thread so i can swap them easier
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Old Oct 23, 2012 | 09:07 AM
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It's pretty basic and should be in your manual. Also you should need new ballast since it is just a bulb replacement.
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Old Oct 23, 2012 | 02:06 PM
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youbought the wrong kit OP.. you simply need new bulbs, but they need to be OEM style, not slim 2 wire style, and they do NOT need new ballasts.. besides the ones they send w the cheap ebay kits are horrible unles you buy 55w metal case ballasts..

either way, you bought the wrong item.. perhaps ahve them send you a diff bulb and use it for your high beam.. its just plug and play then.. but as for your low beam,

OEM style bulb only.
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I'm pretty sure my kit will work fine... their d2r bulbs with 12v 35w ballast for an 04
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