GolfGTIforum.co.uk

Model specific boards => Golf mk6 => Topic started by: am1w on 19 July 2010, 21:54

Title: Get me some Bi-Xenons ....PLEASE!
Post by: am1w on 19 July 2010, 21:54
..... and I'll dance for you! :grin:
Title: Re: Get me some Xenons ....
Post by: gizzywizzy on 19 July 2010, 22:21
..... and I'll dance for you! :grin:

There seems to be every retrofit you could possibly require, surely someone knows of a retrofit kit for xenons.
Title: Re: Get me some Xenons ....
Post by: SteveP on 19 July 2010, 22:26
Yep it's possible, kufatec wiring adapters are the main thing and then you need to decide how far you want to go on the retro fit.

The basic option is just the lights or you can go the full hog and have washers and auto levers. :smiley:
Title: Re: Get me some Xenons ....
Post by: gizzywizzy on 19 July 2010, 22:30
Yep it's possible, kufatec wiring adapters are the main thing and then you need to decide how far you want to go on the retro fit.

The basic option is just the lights or you can go the full hog and have washers and auto levers. :smiley:

There you go Asker, get in there!!! :wink: don't bother with the washers they can be tits :laugh: every time you go to wash windscreen the whole bonnet gets a lathering.
Title: Re: Get me some Xenons ....
Post by: mike. on 19 July 2010, 22:30
I've looked into this and it is not cheap, the best I can get so far is.

Both Xenons, controllers, ballasts etc. 999 Euro
Self levellers 219 Euro
Central Electrical  Control Unit 299 Euro (this needs upgraded from the one in your current car)
Adapters 50 Euro

Total cost for parts approx 1567 Euro ; £1300

You also need the headlight washers to be legal which is fine if you already have the winter pack.

I have given up and just upgraded the bulbs.  :smiley:
Title: Re: Get me some Xenons ....
Post by: p3asa on 19 July 2010, 22:39
There you go Asker, get in there!!! :wink: don't bother with the washers they can be tits :laugh: every time you go to wash windscreen the whole bonnet gets a lathering.

Do they not just activate if the headlights are on?
Turn them off as you are about to wash the windscreen  :grin:
Title: Re: Get me some Xenons ....
Post by: am1w on 19 July 2010, 22:42
I've got the washers. All I need are the dancing Xenons and associated bits.
Title: Re: Get me some Xenons ....
Post by: mortygt140 on 20 July 2010, 06:01
Asker Ive done this on my golf and about 5-6 other forum members cars, I fitted the xenons including auto leveling and washers.

Seen has you have the washers it will make it easier you will just need the xenon lights and auto level kit,  Your central electrics module should be fine for coding xenons in.

If you leave it with me my mate had a new GTi breaking I can see if he will part with the xenons cheaply?

Darren
Title: Re: Get me some Xenons ....
Post by: am1w on 20 July 2010, 07:54
Oh joy Darren! I am praying your friend will take pity on me.
Title: Re: Get me some Xenons ....
Post by: Ess_Three on 20 July 2010, 08:38

Do they not just activate if the headlights are on?
Turn them off as you are about to wash the windscreen  :grin:


Not easy if your car uses the Xenons as DRLs...they are always on, which means every 4th wash of the window, you get a pair of foamy front wings!
Title: Re: Get me some Xenons ....
Post by: Snoopy on 20 July 2010, 18:05
^ If i turn the light switch to the side light setting mine don't do it.
Title: Re: Get me some Xenons ....
Post by: gizzywizzy on 20 July 2010, 21:49
^ If i turn the light switch to the side light setting mine don't do it.

Yes I know but sometimes in the heat of the moment I forget to do that and hey presto both wings are covered.
Title: Re: Get me some Xenons ....
Post by: am1w on 20 July 2010, 22:18
^ If i turn the light switch to the side light setting mine don't do it.
Yes I know but sometimes in the heat of the moment I forget to do that and hey presto both wings are covered.

So that's what they call them now-a-days. :evil: :laugh:
Title: Re: Get me some Xenons ....
Post by: gizzywizzy on 20 July 2010, 23:13
^ If i turn the light switch to the side light setting mine don't do it.
Yes I know but sometimes in the heat of the moment I forget to do that and hey presto both wings are covered.

So that's what they call them now-a-days. :evil: :laugh:

 :evil: :evil: :evil: :evil:
Title: Re: Get me some Xenons ....
Post by: am1w on 21 July 2010, 11:12
Can't wait for Steve or Darren to come up trumps! :cool:
Their switch-on dance routine must be so cool.
Title: Re: Get me some Xenons ....
Post by: am1w on 21 July 2010, 15:58
It's now a race to the finish between Darren and Steve. :evil: :grin:
Title: Re: Get me some Xenons ....
Post by: Spooner on 22 July 2010, 14:39
^ If i turn the light switch to the side light setting mine don't do it.


SteveP Kindly switched mine off the other weekend with his VAGCOM kit.  I'm so happy that my light switch now has more uses than just switching the dash lighting on or toggling xenons / sidelights!

Cheers again Steve!
 :cool:
Title: Re: Get me some Xenons ....
Post by: Spooner on 22 July 2010, 14:42
^^^^^ The DRL's I mean.
Title: Re: Get me some Xenons ....
Post by: Snoopy on 23 July 2010, 18:53
Its odd but i was actually trying to get it too clear the lights yesterday (its been raining here like mad for nearly 3 days so cars a mucky mess anyway.) And with it in 0 or auto in the daylight it would not clean the xenons even after about 10 screen washes. I had to turn the light switch fully to the right to manually switch them on before it would wash then on about the 4th wash.
Title: Re: Get me some Xenons ....
Post by: am1w on 24 July 2010, 08:23
Snoops, this should make you envious: I've washed my front windscreen twice and the rear one thrice using the wipers!
Hope it stops raining. Told you to move down south!
Title: Re: Get me some Xenons ....
Post by: KennyGTI on 25 July 2010, 15:21
So is it possible to get these fitted? Wonder how much they are from vw? Am desperate for a set!
Title: Re: Get me some Xenons ....
Post by: am1w on 25 July 2010, 15:36
It would be interesting to find out including their outrageous labour charges.
Title: Re: Get me some Xenons ....
Post by: SteveP on 25 July 2010, 16:09
^^ 99% of them will tell you it's not possible.

It retro-fit does require an aftermarket adapter (even though it can be done from VW parts).
Title: Re: Get me some Xenons ....
Post by: am1w on 25 July 2010, 17:53
^^ 99% of them will tell you it's not possible.
It retro-fit does require an aftermarket adapter (even though it can be done from VW parts).

You're so right. They could not fathom how the rear LEDs were retro-fitted either! :rolleyes:
Title: Re: Get me some Xenons ....
Post by: mortygt140 on 25 July 2010, 19:51
Asker I asked my mate Steve the other day about them xenons and apparently they got sold on to one of his mates but said if he gets rid of the car he will ask him if he will sell the lights,

I have also asked him to keep his ear to the ground and if any more come up Ill have them.

Darren
Title: Re: Get me some Xenons ....
Post by: am1w on 25 July 2010, 20:25
Asker I asked my mate Steve the other day about them xenons and apparently they got sold on to one of his mates but said if he gets rid of the car he will ask him if he will sell the lights,
I have also asked him to keep his ear to the ground and if any more come up Ill have them.
Darren

Darren,
I was just about to PM you!
Thank you for informing me. Please keep a look-out for them.
Got lots of patience! :rolleyes:
Gizzy is delighted, in fact over the moon as am I!
Thanks for everything and keep in touch. :smiley:
Title: Re: Get me some Xenons ....
Post by: mortygt140 on 25 July 2010, 20:33
Vw know nothing if they had guys like us they would be making a mint :cool: 

Darren
Title: Re: Get me some Xenons ....
Post by: am1w on 25 July 2010, 20:49
You guys should start a VW Consultancy and present them with a business case. :smiley:
Title: Re: Get me some Xenons ....
Post by: am1w on 29 July 2010, 22:16
Anybody out there can get me Bi-xenons at a reasonable price?
I'll post my request monthly. :smiley:
Title: Re: Get me some Xenons ....
Post by: Steve30 on 30 July 2010, 08:00
Anybody out there can get me Bi-xenons at a reasonable price?
I'll post my request monthly. :smiley:

How much do they go for? When I chose my previous car Ed30 I speced the DSG over Xenons!! I do think they are overrated a bit for the money, yes nice to have but I can think of better things to spend my cash on!! Great in the winter Xenons though!! :cool:
Title: Re: Get me some Xenons ....
Post by: am1w on 30 July 2010, 13:37
Anybody out there can get me Bi-xenons at a reasonable price?
I'll post my request monthly. :smiley:
How much do they go for? When I chose my previous car Ed30 I speced the DSG over Xenons!! I do think they are overrated a bit for the money, yes nice to have but I can think of better things to spend my cash on!! Great in the winter Xenons though!! :cool:

Factory fit is approx £1200 a pop.
I am willing to pay £750 all included. Tight b!tch! :grin:
Title: Re: Get me some Xenons ....
Post by: Steve30 on 30 July 2010, 14:21
Anybody out there can get me Bi-xenons at a reasonable price?
I'll post my request monthly. :smiley:
How much do they go for? When I chose my previous car Ed30 I speced the DSG over Xenons!! I do think they are overrated a bit for the money, yes nice to have but I can think of better things to spend my cash on!! Great in the winter Xenons though!! :cool:

Factory fit is approx £1200 a pop.
I am willing to pay £750 all included. Tight b!tch! :grin:

Its tempting at £750??? Who's doing them at that Price?
Title: Re: Get me some Bi-Xenons ....PLEASE!
Post by: SteveP on 30 July 2010, 16:03
^^^ no one, what's the price Mr short arms deep pockets wishes to pay. :laugh:

To buy the parts new inc the autolevelers is around £1100.
Title: Re: Get me some Bi-Xenons ....PLEASE!
Post by: Steve30 on 30 July 2010, 16:09
^^^ no one, what's the price Mr long arms short pockets wishes to pay. :laugh:

To buy the parts new inc the autolevelers is around £1100.

He's being a tight B****** then ( short arm's & long pockets)  :laugh:

I wouldnt be willing to pay that for xenons neather  :grin:
Title: Re: Get me some Bi-Xenons ....PLEASE!
Post by: SteveP on 30 July 2010, 16:16
^^^ no one, what's the price Mr long arms short pockets wishes to pay. :laugh:

To buy the parts new inc the autolevelers is around £1100.

He's being a tight B****** then ( short arm's & long pockets)  :laugh:

I wouldnt be willing to pay that for xenons neather  :grin:

Doh, mistake corrected.

Just for the up down left right startup dance I would have paid the price, I am just glad I found an ex demo car with them from the factory  :cool:
Title: Re: Get me some Bi-Xenons ....PLEASE!
Post by: Steve30 on 30 July 2010, 16:44
^^^ no one, what's the price Mr long arms short pockets wishes to pay. :laugh:

To buy the parts new inc the autolevelers is around £1100.

He's being a tight B****** then ( short arm's & long pockets)  :laugh:

I wouldnt be willing to pay that for xenons neather  :grin:

Doh, mistake corrected.

Just for the up down left right startup dance I would have paid the price, I am just glad I found an ex demo car with them from the factory  :cool:

My question is are they really worth the money Steve?
Title: Re: Get me some Bi-Xenons ....PLEASE!
Post by: SteveP on 30 July 2010, 16:46
To me yes, since owning an X5 a fee years ago I always get cars with xenons now :nerd:
Title: Re: Get me some Bi-Xenons ....PLEASE!
Post by: Steve30 on 30 July 2010, 16:50
To me yes, since owning an X5 a fee years ago I always get cars with xenons now :nerd:

I would like them but can't justifi the dosh really ???  :cool:
Title: Re: Get me some Bi-Xenons ....PLEASE!
Post by: SteveP on 30 July 2010, 16:55
^^^ agreed they are a lot of money for what they are.
Title: Re: Get me some Bi-Xenons ....PLEASE!
Post by: am1w on 30 July 2010, 17:08
I really want them and am willing to pay a touch more depending on my night job! :grin:
Hopefully, and I am an evil brastard to wish this, a couple of the young 'turks' who own Xenon equipped Mk6 GTi or R cars will crash them :evil: for write-offs and both Steve30 and AAM will be delighted reciepents of cheap dancing Bi-Xenons. :shocked: :evil: :evil: :laugh:
Wonders will never cease! :lipsrsealed:
Title: Re: Get me some Bi-Xenons ....PLEASE!
Post by: Steve30 on 30 July 2010, 17:13
Thailand or xenons erm difficult choice really oh well Thailand it is!! :laugh:
Title: Re: Get me some Bi-Xenons ....PLEASE!
Post by: am1w on 30 July 2010, 17:17
Thailand or xenons erm difficult choice really oh well Thailand it is!! :laugh:

Not going back there again for Kev's sake! Have you not run out of things to do there??? :shocked:
Title: Re: Get me some Bi-Xenons ....PLEASE!
Post by: am1w on 30 July 2010, 17:21
SteveP:

Just discovered some large holes in both my front pockets! :shocked:

It's hard for me. No DRLs, no Xenons, nothing. :cry:
Title: Re: Get me some Bi-Xenons ....PLEASE!
Post by: SteveP on 30 July 2010, 17:26
^^^ put xenons in and your DRL's will work again  :laugh:
Title: Re: Get me some Bi-Xenons ....PLEASE!
Post by: Steve30 on 30 July 2010, 17:27
Not for a while but at some stage I will be? Got a few mates out there also been offered a job !!
Title: Re: Get me some Bi-Xenons ....PLEASE!
Post by: Snoopy on 30 July 2010, 17:58
As for xenons i guess it depends how often you think you may need them. I found them of great use on the narrow back roads of Rothbury the other night but theres a lot of roads round here in the wilderness like that were they are very useful.
Title: Re: Get me some Bi-Xenons ....PLEASE!
Post by: am1w on 30 July 2010, 18:30
I just want them for one-upmanship, as I am a terribly shallow person! :cool:
Title: Re: Get me some Bi-Xenons ....PLEASE!
Post by: am1w on 30 July 2010, 18:33
^^^ put xenons in and your DRL's will work again  :laugh:

So help me out please. I am destitute without the DRLs and even more so now without the Bi-Xenons. :grin:

I suppose I'll have to up the price I want to pay. :rolleyes:
Title: Re: Get me some Bi-Xenons ....PLEASE!
Post by: golfgti5 on 31 July 2010, 09:21
SteveP:

Just discovered some large holes in both my front pockets! :shocked:

It's hard for me. No DRLs, no Xenons, nothing. :cry:

I'll have my DRL's working.
I used the German version of VCDS instead of the USA version from Ross-Tech, now they work perfectly;

http://auto-intern.de/modules.php?name=CmodsDownload&req=viewdownload&cid=3&orderby=ratingD (http://auto-intern.de/modules.php?name=CmodsDownload&req=viewdownload&cid=3&orderby=ratingD)
Title: Re: Get me some Bi-Xenons ....PLEASE!
Post by: SteveP on 31 July 2010, 09:31
What coding option did you set ?
Title: Re: Get me some Bi-Xenons ....PLEASE!
Post by: golfgti5 on 01 August 2010, 09:51
What coding option did you set ?

I thought it was 09 (centr.), byte 24 and bit 7 with the German VCDS, look carrefully, and remeber, it's at your own risk

Good luck
Title: Re: Get me some Bi-Xenons ....PLEASE!
Post by: golfgti5 on 01 August 2010, 17:47
Do we like this??

(http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a103/ronzuid/1-4.jpg)

(http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a103/ronzuid/2-5.jpg)

(http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a103/ronzuid/3-4.jpg)

(http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a103/ronzuid/4-2.jpg)
Title: Re: Get me some Bi-Xenons ....PLEASE!
Post by: am1w on 01 August 2010, 18:02
Interesting.
But not for me yet. Feel those LEDs are a bit too huge. Not that cheap either.
Still want the Bi-Xenons. When, how, just have to wait and wait.
Hope your last PM will get my DRLs working! Thank's for that. :smiley:
Title: Re: Get me some Bi-Xenons ....PLEASE!
Post by: Snoopy on 01 August 2010, 18:03
golfgti5
 
I like them  :smiley: I do think if both lights were round in there it would look better, but i like the LEDs
Title: Re: Get me some Bi-Xenons ....PLEASE!
Post by: golfgti5 on 01 August 2010, 18:08
Interesting.
But not for me yet. Feel those LEDs are a bit too huge. Not that cheap either.
Still want the Bi-Xenons. When, how, just have to wait and wait.
Hope your last PM will get my DRLs working! Thank's for that. :smiley:

I reacted to Steve on top of this page.....

519 US Dollar is not so bad i think, it's 399 euro for me and 340 Pound if i'm right.......
Title: Re: Get me some Bi-Xenons ....PLEASE!
Post by: am1w on 01 August 2010, 18:15
Interesting.
But not for me yet. Feel those LEDs are a bit too huge. Not that cheap either.
Still want the Bi-Xenons. When, how, just have to wait and wait.
Hope your last PM will get my DRLs working! Thank's for that. :smiley:
I reacted to Steve on top of this page.....
519 US Dollar is not so bad i think, it's 399 euro for me and 340 Pound if i'm right.......

Hmmm ....
Did you get my PM?
I've got the Xenon bug unfortunately. :rolleyes:
But this could be an alternative if I'm not lucky. :smiley:


Title: Re: Get me some Bi-Xenons ....PLEASE!
Post by: am1w on 01 August 2010, 18:31
golfgti5:
What build week was your car?
Title: Re: Get me some Bi-Xenons ....PLEASE!
Post by: golfgti5 on 01 August 2010, 18:42
My car is build week 26-2009.............
Title: Re: Get me some Bi-Xenons ....PLEASE!
Post by: am1w on 01 August 2010, 19:29
My car is build week 26-2009.............

Thanks.
Changed my mind. On re-examining those lights, they actually look really cool.
I think it is the initial 'shock' that got me!
Not bad value either.
Are you going to get some?
Title: Re: Get me some Bi-Xenons ....PLEASE!
Post by: golfgti5 on 01 August 2010, 19:31
I do like them, but want to see them in real life first
Title: Re: Get me some Bi-Xenons ....PLEASE!
Post by: am1w on 01 August 2010, 19:34
I do like them, but want to see them in real life first

Might have to go to Italy as per your pictures!
I think they'll be cool. :cool:
Then there is the chrome or black choice. I'd go for chrome.

BTW: VW might possibly bring out something similiar in September? :undecided:
Title: Re: Get me some Bi-Xenons ....PLEASE!
Post by: KennyGTI on 01 August 2010, 21:59
Sent the makers an email about them.German company. I prefer the black ones, look more oem I think. Wonder if they would bring up any errors and if they still use the standard h7 bulb behind the projector lens!? Think am goin to get them!
Title: Re: Get me some Bi-Xenons ....PLEASE!
Post by: HA54SYM` on 02 August 2010, 11:00
(http://www.dectane.de/images/product_images/info_images/swv32agxbl.jpg)

These look tidier and cheaper too.

I'd like to see some in the flesh.

Dave
Title: Re: Get me some Bi-Xenons ....PLEASE!
Post by: Ess_Three on 02 August 2010, 11:36
Oh dear.  :rolleyes:
Wan*er lights on a Golf. Not good.

Some sort of wannabe Audi look.

I wouldn't have a car with those fitted parked on my driveway....truly tragic, in my view.  :embarassed:

Title: Re: Get me some Bi-Xenons ....PLEASE!
Post by: am1w on 02 August 2010, 11:50
They are approx 25% the cost of Bi-Xenons. I'll wait to retro-fit the latter.
Title: Re: Get me some Bi-Xenons ....PLEASE!
Post by: JulesS3 on 02 August 2010, 12:11
Oh dear.  :rolleyes:
Wan*er lights on a Golf. Not good.

Some sort of wannabe Audi look.

I wouldn't have a car with those fitted parked on my driveway....truly tragic, in my view.  :embarassed:



All cars will have LEDs soon mate, its going to be law.
Title: Re: Get me some Bi-Xenons ....PLEASE!
Post by: Ess_Three on 02 August 2010, 13:08

All cars will have LEDs soon mate, its going to be law.

DRLs are becoming law...I didn't see the bit where it said you had to have silly swirly strips of LEDs.
Current (2010) cars are already complying with the Regs, I am led to believe - without LEDs.

Title: Re: Get me some Bi-Xenons ....PLEASE!
Post by: am1w on 02 August 2010, 17:57
(http://www.dectane.de/images/product_images/info_images/swv32agxbl.jpg)
These look tidier and cheaper too.
I'd like to see some in the flesh.
Dave

They would make even a Blingmeister blush with utter embarrassment! :sick:
Title: Re: Get me some Bi-Xenons ....PLEASE!
Post by: Snoopy on 02 August 2010, 18:20
Go well with your bling bling wheels  :evil:  :tongue: :grin: :wink: :laugh:
Title: Re: Get me some Bi-Xenons ....PLEASE!
Post by: am1w on 02 August 2010, 18:22
Go well with your bling bling wheels  :evil:  :tongue: :grin: :wink: :laugh:

Now that is below the belt. :cry:
Title: Re: Get me some Bi-Xenons ....PLEASE!
Post by: Snoopy on 02 August 2010, 18:23
Just joking my old friend.  :smiley: :cool:
Title: Re: Get me some Bi-Xenons ....PLEASE!
Post by: am1w on 02 August 2010, 18:37
Just joking my old friend.  :smiley: :cool:

I know. Just thought I'd show my sensitive side! :grin:
Title: Re: Get me some Bi-Xenons ....PLEASE!
Post by: KennyGTI on 03 August 2010, 09:07
Do we like this??

(http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a103/ronzuid/1-4.jpg)

(http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a103/ronzuid/2-5.jpg)

(http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a103/ronzuid/3-4.jpg)

(http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a103/ronzuid/4-2.jpg)

These would not work in the UK due to wrong side of the road.