[BeastMode335i]

So I want a bit more of a blue look to my HID's and I've read the Osram D1S bulbs will be best for my E92.. I see quite a few D1S options out there that offer this bluer hue, but I also see some BMW's with stock HID's that have more blue than my E92. I take it not all 08+ D1S bulbs are the same on BMW's then right? My neighborhood has a few BMW's and lately I've been paying attention to the lights and while my HID's are stock and very bright white with zero to no blue, I see a few here and there with that blue tint to them but still bright enough to be seen a mile away.. I see that the most common Osram's are 5000K, maybe I should seek a higher rated kelvin D1S bulb? I know the higher you get the more white you sacrafice though.

Any input on this would be great..!

[Chrispy650]

This is probably what you want. I have the Osram CBI and they are more of a pure white but definitely have OEM output. The ones below are very similar in quality with a slightly higher kelvin so they will have that bluish tint but still have great output (a lot better than aftermarket). Plus TRS, is an awesome company that sell quality and legit products.

http://www.theretrofitsource.com/com...l#.VOUL8vnF-L0

[dbworld4k]

^ +1

Osram CBI are the best HID bulbs money can buy for output and nice color as well. Tonnes of counterfeits on the market though, so it's best to buy from a verified and reputable source.

[BeastMode335i]

Thanks guys! Glad to hear multiple positive reviews on these! I don't like the 10K blue but the 6-8000k looks so clean coming down the street!

Do these bulbs really get as long a lifetime as they are suggested to have??

[CrippledLucifer]

Can't go wrong with stuff from TRS. Excellent service and quality products as mentioned by others. I've had my Osram Xenarc CBI's for well over a year and half and they're flawless. I went with the 5,000K option as I prefer the pure white look, but to each his own.

[Dark_Knight_335]

Osram CBIs have no hint of blue, despite their misleading name. They are 5000k, mostly white on the Kelvin scale.

You'll be happier with a 6000K D1S, such as Phillips Ultinon if you ask me- I know this from previous experience

That said, I have the 5000K CBIs now like Cyanide, and could not be happier with them.

[simpleM3]

Are the Osram CBIs a D1S or D2S bulb? I've been told both fit, but is that actually true? What's the difference?

[BeastMode335i]

Are these the philips you're referring to?

http://www.ebay.com/itm/2x-D1S-HID-B...35f371&vxp=mtr

I saw them all around $300, but then saw these for $75 lol..!

[marketmaster]

Originally Posted by BeastMode335i

Are these the philips you're referring to?

http://www.ebay.com/itm/2x-D1S-HID-B...35f371&vxp=mtr

I saw them all around $300, but then saw these for $75 lol..!

Those are fake. Like the posters above said, there are TONS of fake bulbs on the market with almost exact labeling.

Also, about "bluer" lights, remember, the higher you go over 4.3k, the more light you will actually lose. So yes, they might look nicer, but you are sacrificing actual light output. With that said, I decided to go with the TRS XB35 6k D1S. They are only $50 and great bulbs. Here is an excellent comparison test that validates exactly what i was speaking about:

http://www.hidplanet.com/forums/show...-D2S-Bulb-Test

If you want the XB35's in D1S, you have to call because they aren't on their website.

[CrippledLucifer]

Originally Posted by simple330i

Are the Osram CBIs a D1S or D2S bulb? I've been told both fit, but is that actually true? What's the difference?

E90's use D1S bulbs.

D2S is the older generation of bulb which requires an external igniter which is either in the ballast or in the cable.

D1S are the newer technology bulbs and have the igniters built into the bulb. Aside from Japanese manufactures, I believe all other car manufacturers are using D1S as the standard.

[BeastMode335i]

Originally Posted by marketmaster

Those are fake. Like the posters above said, there are TONS of fake bulbs on the market with almost exact labeling.

Also, about "bluer" lights, remember, the higher you go over 4.3k, the more light you will actually lose. So yes, they might look nicer, but you are sacrificing actual light output. With that said, I decided to go with the TRS XB35 6k D1S. They are only $50 and great bulbs. Here is an excellent comparison test that validates exactly what i was speaking about:

http://www.hidplanet.com/forums/show...-D2S-Bulb-Test

If you want the XB35's in D1S, you have to call because they aren't on their website.

Yeah that's what I was referring to in my earlier post, that I know I will lose some actual light output, but from 4300k to 6000k I think I will be fine with the slight loss.. I did a retrofit on my old Civic EM1 with some S2K projectors and I had 6k D2S bulbs and they were outstanding but I forgot exactly where I got them.. I think they were out of a Q series infiniti, and I refuse to put anything made for an Infiniti in my bimmer lmao..!

Thanks for that insight on the XB35's, I just googled some of their images and they look awesome! And for $50 you can't really go wrong!

[Dark_Knight_335]

Originally Posted by marketmaster

Those are fake. Like the posters above said, there are TONS of fake bulbs on the market with almost exact labeling.

Also, about "bluer" lights, remember, the higher you go over 4.3k, the more light you will actually lose. So yes, they might look nicer, but you are sacrificing actual light output. With that said, I decided to go with the TRS XB35 6k D1S. They are only $50 and great bulbs. Here is an excellent comparison test that validates exactly what i was speaking about:

http://www.hidplanet.com/forums/show...-D2S-Bulb-Test

If you want the XB35's in D1S, you have to call because they aren't on their website.

This. Please be careful that you're getting the genuine real deal- a good source for them would be highperformancebulbs.com

[still in school]

Originally Posted by marketmaster

Those are fake. Like the posters above said, there are TONS of fake bulbs on the market with almost exact labeling.

Also, about "bluer" lights, remember, the higher you go over 4.3k, the more light you will actually lose. So yes, they might look nicer, but you are sacrificing actual light output. With that said, I decided to go with the TRS XB35 6k D1S. They are only $50 and great bulbs. Here is an excellent comparison test that validates exactly what i was speaking about:

http://www.hidplanet.com/forums/show...-D2S-Bulb-Test

If you want the XB35's in D1S, you have to call because they aren't on their website.

Great link! Very interesting. Seems like the xb35 is the best bang for the buck! Did you notice an increase in light output after installing them?

[BeastMode335i]

What are some good tell-tale signs of a fraud!?

[marketmaster]

Originally Posted by still in school

Great link! Very interesting. Seems like the xb35 is the best bang for the buck! Did you notice an increase in light output after installing them?

I haven't been able to install them yet. From my old bulbs, I would expect an increase in output but from the OEM, I might not. Only because I am moving from a 4.3k (max available output) to a 6k bulb.

[marketmaster]

Originally Posted by BeastMode335i

What are some good tell-tale signs of a fraud!?

http://www.hidplanet.com/forums/show...ips-Bulb-Guide

[9mmkungfu]

Originally Posted by marketmaster

http://www.hidplanet.com/forums/show...ips-Bulb-Guide

For those that don't want to register on the site just to view the PDF, I have attached it here.

[BeastMode335i]

Thanks! That's some very close inspection action going on there!

[whiskey_waffle]

Originally Posted by marketmaster

Those are fake. Like the posters above said, there are TONS of fake bulbs on the market with almost exact labeling.

Also, about "bluer" lights, remember, the higher you go over 4.3k, the more light you will actually lose. So yes, they might look nicer, but you are sacrificing actual light output. With that said, I decided to go with the TRS XB35 6k D1S. They are only $50 and great bulbs. Here is an excellent comparison test that validates exactly what i was speaking about:

http://www.hidplanet.com/forums/show...-D2S-Bulb-Test

If you want the XB35's in D1S, you have to call because they aren't on their website.

I just bought a pair yesterday from TRS in 5000k. They're in the closeout section for $15
Nvm. It's the Morimoto bulbs in the clearance section not the xb35

[BeastMode335i]

I've done a lot of reading lately, and many people suggest the Mtec D1S 6K's.. They seem to have a good reputation..

[marketmaster]

I was able to get my bulbs installed. Of course we all know what a PITA it is to change out the bulbs. I'm waiting for a little more hours on them so they color shift and can give you some accurate pictures. I do like the color.

[BeastMode335i]

U got the 6k's right?