fog lamp bulbs to match xenon lamps?

andrew 330i · 05-26-2006, 11:37 AM

which aftermarket "fog lamp" bulbs (not true xenon) best match the factory xenon low beam head lamps?

tia.

canucklion · 05-26-2006, 11:53 AM

check out the picture forum, tonnes of posts there showing different types of aftermarket fogs, you can decide which best suits your need/liking.

john802 · 05-26-2006, 02:05 PM

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Originally Posted by andrew 330i

which aftermarket "fog lamp" bulbs (not true xenon) best match the factory xenon low beam head lamps?

tia.

I installed a Xenesis tru-match fog light bulbs that I got from bimmian.com. It matches well w/ my adaptive xenon.

bavarian19 · 05-26-2006, 03:03 PM

Xenesis or Mtech... I have a pair of Mtec's just collecting dust right now (bought them about 6 weeks ago)

If your interested, send me a PM

andrew 330i · 05-26-2006, 05:07 PM

i had Xenesis in my X5... they seem to last a long time and match fairly well... this still seems like my best bet.

i was wanting others feedback before i went the same route.

thanks again!

Acornz · 06-02-2006, 08:49 AM

I've had Hoen's previously on my X5 but it seems the Xenesis are popular, any big difference?

brian32e · 06-02-2006, 11:38 AM

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Originally Posted by bavarian19

Xenesis or Mtech... I have a pair of Mtec's just collecting dust right now (bought them about 6 weeks ago)

If your interested, send me a PM

hey bavarian19, I'm sure you posted this before but how tough is the install? easy DIY?

KL2DC · 06-02-2006, 03:24 PM

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hey bavarian19, I'm sure you posted this before but how tough is the install? easy DIY?

About 6 screws and 1 washer under and on the bottom part of the front fender liner (each side)...basically you want to be able to pull the liner slightly to squeeze your hand in to reach the fog lamp bulb. I'd allow 30 minutes total (both sides) working at a very leisurely pace... GL

andrew 330i · 06-03-2006, 08:08 AM

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Originally Posted by KL2DC

About 6 screws and 1 washer under and on the bottom part of the front fender liner (each side)...basically you want to be able to pull the liner slightly to squeeze your hand in to reach the fog lamp bulb. I'd allow 30 minutes total (both sides) working at a very leisurely pace... GL

do i need to remove the front wheel? any pics to aid. i have my new bulbs.

ready to install.

tia

KL2DC · 06-03-2006, 08:46 AM

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Originally Posted by andrew 330i

do i need to remove the front wheel? any pics to aid. i have my new bulbs.

ready to install.

tia

No you do not need to take off the front wheels, just turn them in, more than enough space...GL

andrew 330i · 06-05-2006, 09:17 PM

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Originally Posted by andrew 330i

i had Xenesis in my X5... they seem to last a long time and match fairly well... this still seems like my best bet.

thanks again!

i installed my xenesis fog lamp bulbs today... once installed they did seem to fit the housing a tad loosely... i removed the rubber o-ring gasket from my oem bulb (doubled up) and they fit real nice & tight now.

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