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Old 11-17-2006, 10:12 PM
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Installed HOEN H11.... questions to all who have it or have tried it...

I just got done with my 10 min install (actually less once I felt I wasn't going to break anything) of replacing the factory stock bulbs with the Hoen H11 setup. I do like the color of the new Hoens but I don't think I like their overall performance. They seem to put out less light compared to the stock setup. Sure the color looks to be a much better match to the stock HIDS but I was just wondering if I am the only one who thinks the stock lights put out more... light.

I may try the PIAA Xtreme White Plus (H11) and see if they are any better and put these up for sale.

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Old 11-18-2006, 12:50 AM
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I installed the Hoen H11s and I find they are the same brightness. My hid are already so bright it's hard to compare for me.
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Old 11-18-2006, 01:15 AM
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I have the HOEN fog bulbs as well and very happy with it. I think it is brighter than stock.

I'm not sure how you're saying that stocks are brighter? When do you observe this? With the HOEN bulbs on along with the Xenon HL you won't notice the fogs as much compared to stock since it blends in while stock actually has a different color and is noticeable.
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Old 11-18-2006, 01:33 AM
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I had one of each bulb in and i turned on just my parking lights and my fogs... no headlights. I agree that with the headlights on it blends very well. I was saying that the regular bulbs just seem to have more definition and depth.

I drove around with them tonight and I think I will keep them in for a little while and see what I think.

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Old 11-18-2006, 11:17 AM
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My Hoen's seem slightly brighter than stock.
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