Eventually - Picked this MK2 up

[SoundillusioN]

Most if not all "kits" are not complete.  The requirement for HID's to work effectively, involves projector lenses (which are required to focus the light correctly, A self levelling system (because of the way the light is focused) and a headlight washer system, also because of the latter.

Your car will have none of the above.  Also note that the law has recently changed in an attempt to be more clear on the facts as it has been a grey area for years.

It doesn't matter that other people have them, it doesn't matter that the local plod don't care, it doesn't matter that you are friendly with a local MOT tester who will pass them.  Incorrect fitment is a nuisance to other road users and in mine, and many others opinion are deemed dangerous.

I hope you get round to changing them soon. 

[BondandBigM]

Most if not all "kits" are not complete.  The requirement for HID's to work effectively, involves projector lenses (which are required to focus the light correctly, A self levelling system (because of the way the light is focused) and a headlight washer system, also because of the latter.

Your car will have none of the above.  Also note that the law has recently changed in an attempt to be more clear on the facts as it has been a grey area for years.

It doesn't matter that other people have them, it doesn't matter that the local plod don't care, it doesn't matter that you are friendly with a local MOT tester who will pass them.  Incorrect fitment is a nuisance to other road users and in mine, and many others opinion are deemed dangerous.

I hope you get round to changing them soon. 

You're not by any chance a plod in your spare time are you or just concerned citizen looking after my welfare.

 

[JamesS]

You probably will get away with driving with them 99% of the time but it will only take one Policeman with a spare 10mins to pull you and probably be picky about something else. There are universal kits all over the place but they are now an MOT failure. The Hella lights fitted to a mk2 are not designed to use the Xeon etc bulbs and cause the light to scatter and dazzle on-coming cars.

If I could I would poke every driver in the eyes who drives with these lights so they know how it feels not being able to see as you drive past them.

I have a 4 light grill on my mk2 with nice bulbs and new wiring and they are sweet as. If your Hella lights are cloudy on theinside they can just be wiped clean by stuffing a rag in there, makes a big difference.

[SoundillusioN]

Most if not all "kits" are not complete.  The requirement for HID's to work effectively, involves projector lenses (which are required to focus the light correctly, A self levelling system (because of the way the light is focused) and a headlight washer system, also because of the latter.

Your car will have none of the above.  Also note that the law has recently changed in an attempt to be more clear on the facts as it has been a grey area for years.

It doesn't matter that other people have them, it doesn't matter that the local plod don't care, it doesn't matter that you are friendly with a local MOT tester who will pass them.  Incorrect fitment is a nuisance to other road users and in mine, and many others opinion are deemed dangerous.

I hope you get round to changing them soon. 

You're not by any chance a plod in your spare time are you or just concerned citizen looking after my welfare.

 

I couldn't possibly say... However, I am concerned for your welfare and those around you.  Plus I can't stand illegal modifications on cars, especially undeclared (insurance) ones, not saying that's you by the way.

[BondandBigM]

Okay, Okay...............................I give in !!!!!!!

 



I'll get someone to have a look at them 

[X4MGS]

If I could I would poke every driver in the eyes who drives with these lights so they know how it feels not being able to see as you drive past them.

   Couldn't agree more.... They are just so annoying... and down right dangerous...

Having said that I have fitted them to my 20 Year old Audi S2... But it has proper reflector lens fitted and they do make a great improvement & aren't an MOT failure...

[SoundillusioN]

If I could I would poke every driver in the eyes who drives with these lights so they know how it feels not being able to see as you drive past them.

   Couldn't agree more.... They are just so annoying... and down right dangerous...

Having said that I have fitted them to my 20 Year old Audi S2... But it has proper reflector lens fitted and they do make a great improvement & aren't an MOT failure...

Hmmm, bit hypocritical isn't it?... Without self levelers you are still going to annoy people, no? Also, as far as I am aware projectors for HIDs differ from those for incandescent bulbs.

To be honest, there is still some conflicting statements in the MOT testers bible IMO but there's no denying the fact that aftermarket HIDs are simply annoying on most cars, especially when either done poorly with cheap cr@p, overkill with equipment that you wouldn't even find by OEM or just poorly setup.

[X4MGS]

If I could I would poke every driver in the eyes who drives with these lights so they know how it feels not being able to see as you drive past them.

   Couldn't agree more.... They are just so annoying... and down right dangerous...

Having said that I have fitted them to my 20 Year old Audi S2... But it has proper reflector lens fitted and they do make a great improvement & aren't an MOT failure...

Hmmm, bit hypocritical isn't it?... Without self levelers you are still going to annoy people, no? Also, as far as I am aware projectors for HIDs differ from those for incandescent bulbs.

Not at all - they have self levelers built in and headlight washers.... Otherwise I wouldn't have fitted them...

[SoundillusioN]

Well why didn't you say. 

Bet that wasn't a cheap mod!

[Thom89]

Thanks for the HID debate, if the OP wants to know more on this emotive/enthralling subject. Then please use the "search" function, everyone else knows the drill   or it gets locked

Thom