Halo lights difference between RS and non-RS? - Page 2 - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

Qtrofablock · 12-26-2011, 05:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Runawayhacker

This is what you want right here. Fits non-RS models. Plug and play, comes with HID conversion kit pre-assembled (somewhat). I'll be getting these once I recover from Christmas expenses. Anyways, the price is for both head assemblies including the HID bulbs.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/2010-2011-CA...item43ac0ece6a

So do you think the ones above on ebay are as good/better than having AAc retro fit a pair ?

Runawayhacker · 12-26-2011, 05:45 PM

I can't speak for the quality of it, but here's my view on it. It's a little more affordable and if the HID lights are not to your liking, you an simply buy the HID conversion kit from ACC for an extra $150(?). Buying the headlamp assembly in addition to the HID from AAC is going to cost BIG BUCKS and some people are ok with that.

Honestly, I WOULD like to see some reviews/testimonials of the product, but it appears to be a promising alternative for a non-RS Ccamaro (like mine)

laserjim · 12-26-2011, 05:57 PM

Would your daytime driving lights be the halo on the ebay kit?

Qtrofablock · 12-26-2011, 05:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Runawayhacker

I can't speak for the quality of it, but here's my view on it. It's a little more affordable and if the HID lights are not to your liking, you an simply buy the HID conversion kit from ACC for an extra $150(?). Buying the headlamp assembly in addition to the HID from AAC is going to cost BIG BUCKS and some people are ok with that.

Honestly, I WOULD like to see some reviews/testimonials of the product, but it appears to be a promising alternative for a non-RS Ccamaro (like mine)

Im in the same boat! I just dont want to do it twice!!! I have HOD lights from AAC now and I love em! I plan to take the ride in feb. and let them do my lighting!!!!! advanced auto has a set of replacement RS lights but the last time I checked they were sold out! 677 a pair from them! I saw ebays hids a few months back.. just concerned about price vs. quality! In the last 5 or 6 years I've learned "cheap can be expensive"!

Runawayhacker · 12-26-2011, 06:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by laserjim

Would your daytime driving lights be the halo on the ebay kit?

I haven't done the halo wiring myself, but I have been told you can wire them different ways. The halos have the same wiring as the GM models, so if you would like it to be your DRLs, you can. Personally, I would like mine to come on whenever I turn the "first" level of lights on... Feeling stupid here and forgetting what they are called. The first click to the right where the blinker lights are on, but not the headlights...that. So it would be the halos and the blinker lights.

As for the quality, I've been reading his/her ebay reviews and the majority of them have been great. The bad ones are usually due to them no fitting or shipping taking longer than expected. However, the seller has commented on those complaints and appears willing to exchange/refund/fix. Sure, it's a gamble, but the odds look good and if it saves me $1500, I'm in.

skipinminn · 12-26-2011, 09:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Runawayhacker

This is what you want right here. Fits non-RS models. Plug and play, comes with HID conversion kit pre-assembled (somewhat). I'll be getting these once I recover from Christmas expenses. Anyways, the price is for both head assemblies including the HID bulbs.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/2010-2011-CA...item43ac0ece6a

Do you need to BUY anything else? Or can you just swap them out from the Stock?????

Runawayhacker · 12-26-2011, 10:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by skipinminn

Do you need to BUY anything else? Or can you just swap them out from the Stock?????

From what I understand, you swap them out on non-RS models. For example, I have the 1SS with stock halogen headlights, so these should fit fine. However, if you have the GM HID headlights already, and then you try to install these, it won't work. there is a different mounting bracket for halogen headlamps vs GM HID.

Aziz · 12-26-2011, 10:50 PM

I don't think that AAC are good. I looked them up and there is a guy on youtube who bought them for his charger and they kept on malfunctioning. They do have some nice stuff but check the quality first and good luck

CamaroKid300 · 12-26-2011, 11:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Aziz

I don't think that AAC are good. I looked them up and there is a guy on youtube who bought them for his charger and they kept on malfunctioning. They do have some nice stuff but check the quality first and good luck

The number of people who have problems is minuscule compared to the people who don't have problems.

Plus, lifetime warranty.

2SSRSinBama · 12-26-2011, 11:53 PM

dont buy HIDs off ebay... they are generally Chinese knockoffs and in a years time will start to stress crack... I made that mistake on my turbo Cobalt:

in a years time, I had went through about 5 LED bulbs, and they started to crack/flake... I put the stockers back on, was about to buy some from Depo but it got totaled before I ever did... i'd steer clear on Ebay for them and i'm not the only one who has had issues with them, everyone I know who has bought them off ebay has...

Runawayhacker · 12-27-2011, 03:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 2SSRSinBama

dont buy HIDs off ebay... they are generally Chinese knockoffs and in a years time will start to stress crack... I made that mistake on my turbo Cobalt:

in a years time, I had went through about 5 LED bulbs, and they started to crack/flake... I put the stockers back on, was about to buy some from Depo but it got totaled before I ever did... i'd steer clear on Ebay for them and i'm not the only one who has had issues with them, everyone I know who has bought them off ebay has...

Am I missing something? I don't see any defects in those pics... Also, can you tell us who/where you bought those headlights from so we can steer clear? And like you said, there will always be the knockoffs. Personally though, based on the ratings and reviews, I would take a chance with the suggested ones above.

Synerbee · 12-27-2011, 04:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 2SSRSinBama

dont buy HIDs off ebay... they are generally Chinese knockoffs and in a years time will start to stress crack... I made that mistake on my turbo Cobalt:

in a years time, I had went through about 5 LED bulbs, and they started to crack/flake... I put the stockers back on, was about to buy some from Depo but it got totaled before I ever did... i'd steer clear on Ebay for them and i'm not the only one who has had issues with them, everyone I know who has bought them off ebay has...

Almost all lighting from China. You arent' safe buying a "name brand" vs ebay.

The Stig · 12-27-2011, 05:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Synerbee

Almost all lighting from China. You arent' safe buying a "name brand" vs ebay.

All of AAC's LEDs are made in the US of A

Quote:

Originally Posted by AACstyle

You are really exposing your ignorance on the subject matter. None of the companies you listed "make" LEDs they may products using LEDs from diode manufacturers. We only use Bridgelux LEDs made in the USA right here in California where I currently am on business. Why would you just make up things?

That and show me the eBay dealer who has a lifetime warranty. Heck, show me a eBay dealer who has anything longer than "30 day return policy - if unopened"

Runawayhacker · 12-27-2011, 07:02 PM

You know, looking on the ACC website, I don't see any products that include the entire assembly; just the conversion kits you install yourself. And (correct me if I am wrong), don't you need to bake your assembly in the oven to open it for the halos? It is something I would try, but how precise is this? Are these headlamps sealed air-tight? I don't want to go back to re-seal it with silicon and have a tiny gap ruin $2,000 worth of headlights. How would you rank the difficulty?

12-26-2011, 05:57 PM	#17
laserjim Another Day In Paradise Drives: Inferno Orange 2SS Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Port Richey, Florida Posts: 144	Would your daytime driving lights be the halo on the ebay kit? __________________ 2011 Inferno Orange 2SS L99: Razzi Body Kit Solo Performance Axle Back Tuned With Superchips Flashpaq

12-26-2011, 11:53 PM	#24
2SSRSinBama Drives: 2010 2SS/RS Camaro CGM Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: "The Shoals" Alabama Posts: 767	dont buy HIDs off ebay... they are generally Chinese knockoffs and in a years time will start to stress crack... I made that mistake on my turbo Cobalt: in a years time, I had went through about 5 LED bulbs, and they started to crack/flake... I put the stockers back on, was about to buy some from Depo but it got totaled before I ever did... i'd steer clear on Ebay for them and i'm not the only one who has had issues with them, everyone I know who has bought them off ebay has... __________________ 2010 Camaro SS L99... has a few mods

12-26-2011, 05:45 PM	#16
Runawayhacker Drives: 2017 Camaro 2SS Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 186 View My Garage	I can't speak for the quality of it, but here's my view on it. It's a little more affordable and if the HID lights are not to your liking, you an simply buy the HID conversion kit from ACC for an extra $150(?). Buying the headlamp assembly in addition to the HID from AAC is going to cost BIG BUCKS and some people are ok with that. Honestly, I WOULD like to see some reviews/testimonials of the product, but it appears to be a promising alternative for a non-RS Ccamaro (like mine)

12-26-2011, 10:50 PM	#22
Aziz Drives: 09 Dodge Durango Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Saudi Arabia Posts: 46	I don't think that AAC are good. I looked them up and there is a guy on youtube who bought them for his charger and they kept on malfunctioning. They do have some nice stuff but check the quality first and good luck

12-27-2011, 07:02 PM	#28
Runawayhacker Drives: 2017 Camaro 2SS Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 186 View My Garage	You know, looking on the ACC website, I don't see any products that include the entire assembly; just the conversion kits you install yourself. And (correct me if I am wrong), don't you need to bake your assembly in the oven to open it for the halos? It is something I would try, but how precise is this? Are these headlamps sealed air-tight? I don't want to go back to re-seal it with silicon and have a tiny gap ruin $2,000 worth of headlights. How would you rank the difficulty?