Ok all of you who have either seen or done the HID conversion to a volvo 850 or similar model, come help me out here. I havent made the decision yet, but Im def. ordering a set of E-code lenses, which I understand are much nicer. On top of that however I have been looking at the real Hid systems. It seems that every year I check the price of these HID conversion setups drops in half and the kits get better and more complete. I understand that the bulbs will outlast regular halogen bulbs, so I assume they will probably last the rest of the time I have the car, and they talk about how some are a 5 minute install. Since nothing seems to ever be that easy with the Volvo, can anyone tell me what is involved in the Conversion. I have been looking at the kits available from Autotoys, they seem to have the most complete kits and a very wide range of kits, along with good prices. They have the 6000K kits in both blue or purple look and two different 8000K kits using either generic or Hella ballasts. I was thinking of either getting the 6000k purple kit or the 8000k Hella kit, I believe the price is $379 and $449 respectivly. So what is involved with these kits, or in general, what modifications need to be made. WIll I have to do some rewireing so the HIDS dont end up drawing too much current and blowing a fuse. That was something I didnt understand, they claim they are only 35 watts draw and very efficiant, however I have heard a few mention needing to upgrade the fuses or rewire direct fromt he battery in order for them to work. I dont know, thats really not that important, I just want to know if I will be able to install these with my limited knowledge of cars, and hopefully the E-code lenses with the new HID systems with also look cool and light the road better. <BR><BR>
[Modified by pj's 850, 11:14 AM 11-15-2002]
[Modified by pj's 850, 11:14 AM 11-15-2002]