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!±8± HID Kit 101 - Basic Explanations For HID Xenon Kit, Bulb Size, Color, K?

What does the color mean?

HID kits come in different colors. The color are described in terms of Kelvins (K). For example, 3000K, 5000K, 4500K, 6000K, 8000K, 10000K, 12000K etc...
You can see a chart of HID Kit colors on Ultimate HID Kits' website.

How to find my bulb size for my car?

The easiest way is to check the actual bulb size in you car or truck right now. It is generally written on the base of the bulb. You can also check in the owner's manual or visit this Sylvania's Lamp Replacement Guide.

Typical bulb size that may be used on vehicles are H1, HB1, HB2, H3, HB3, H4, HB4, HB5, H6, H6M, H7, H8, H9, H10, H11, H13, 9003, 9004, 9005, 9006, 9007 and 880.

Should I get a HI/LO HID Kit?

This depends on your vehicle. If your vehicle has only one bulb per headlight, this means you will need a HI/LO HID kit. Installing a regular kit would eliminate the high-beams function on your vehicle. If your vehicle uses 2 light bulbs per headlight, you just need a regular kit for the low-beams.

What color to chose?

This is a matter of personal preference. The most light will be emitted by low K colors (4500K for example). Above this, the output decreases slightly.
Other colors can be used for tuner styles. More extreme colors will have a tendency to attract police attention so you may want to consider this before ordering an HID Kit above 8000K.

For more photos and info, visit Ultimate HID Kits' website.