9004 vs 9007

[Larry C Leung]

High output bulbs just melt the sockets for type 9004 bulbs, ask me how I
know. The new Xenon gas filled bulbs (as opposed to halogen, and they're
not HID, unfortunately, many are blue tinted. Don't get those. Availible
as NAPA, and Wagner) are more efficient at lower wattages (i.e. 50-60W)
and, more importantly, seem to throw a better beam pattern (at least with
type 44 turbo lights), than high wattage 9004 bulbs. I thought the
improvement was worthwhile, check the archives from about 2 years ago on
how to do the 9007 conversion.

LL - NY

On Sat, 8 Dec 2001 23:26:34 +0000 Calvin Krug <ckrug at tctc.com> writes:
>I am looking into upgrading the headlights on my 4000. I have already
>installed relays and 12 gauge wiring to the sockets, and am now
>considering new bulbs.  I have read that the 9007 is a good option on
>these cars, but what about the 9004HO bulbs, or for that matter,
>9007HO?  Any experiences with any of these options?  Or would I be
>better off installing some decent driving lamps?
>Thanks.
>
>Calvin K.