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Papua New Guinea, Port Moresby
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Review on πŸ”† Auxbeam 9005 LED Bulbs: 9005 HB3 High-Intensity Conversion Kit - 60W, 6000lm, XHP50 LED Chips, F-16 Series (Pack of 2) by Joel Mosqueda

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Works great for my 2018 Kia Optima

These bulbs are truly amazing. Installation was frustrating but doable. For the passenger side installation you will need to remove the 2x10mm screws that hold the coolant expansion tank in place for easier access. Make sure the bulb is properly aligned by applying power and turning on the headlight before reinstalling anything. DO NOT HURRY THE INSTALLATION. On the driver's side you will need to remove the 11mm nut that secures the diagnostic connector next to the battery. The cooler is very efficient and just the right size, and it doesn't have room to put the dust cover back on. They fill the road with good light and "fill in the light gap" that was missing. I can drive safer at night. It hits the reflective signs just enough not to be dazzling and illuminates lanes well enough. Let's hope they last a long time! The fans aren't quiet, but with the engine running it shouldn't matter. If you're upgrading from halogen to LEDs, keep the box in an emergency and place your halogen bulbs in the box. They fit well.

Pros
  • Great overall specs
Cons
  • Not fancy