silvania silver bright - headlamps

[Mike Arman]

>
>Has anyone tried using the Silvania Silver Bright lights in an 87
>5KCSTQ/other models? They seem to be getting mostly positive reviews on
>some WRX lists. At a local FLAPS they can be had for about $25 per. Any
>thoughts or opinions?


They will help you, but only marginally.

The problem is NOT the bulbs. It is: Poor optics of the DOT mandated 
headlight lens PLUS reduced light transmission through the crazed and hazy 
plastic lenses PLUS high resistance in the wiring to the headlights via the 
overloaded light switch. (Is there anything left?)

If you don't want to spend much money, get the Sylvania ultrabrights AND 
relay your headlights.

If you want to see where you are going, bite the bullet and get the 
Eurolights - they are expensive, but they are worth EVERY PENNY, especially 
if you happen to drive more than 55mph at night. They might just save your 
life.


>I have seen tons of posts about the Euro lights and
>blue lights and even some red lights out there.

Funny colors are a waste of money, don't help at all, and will attract 
tickets like a magnet attracts iron filings.

>  The euro lights tend to be
>pricey and some areas appear to be prohibiting these lights.
>Tired of the _lack_ of illumination from my stock headlights,


I went round and round for a YEAR trying to avoid the expense of Eurolights 
- I paid $400 for the car and I just didn't want to pay almost that again 
just for a set of headlights . . . but it was absolutely, totally, 
completely, 1,000% worth it.

Do it - you won't regret it for an instant!


Best Regards,
Mike Arman