Re: Lighting Wattage 1990 V8Q.

[Tom Nas <tnas@euronet.nl>]

>Since we are talking about euro headlights and bulbs here, can anybody tell
>me if I can put higher watt bulbs in my as far as I can tell stock 86 5000
>tq? Or would I have to change the entire headlight? I looks like they do not
>have the euro pattern on the glass.
>
You can, but it'll likely cost you your wiring harness and your headlight
switch.

Better upgrade the wiring and include a relay first.

BTW A higher-wattage bulb in a DOT light is just like hitting the screw
with a heavier hammer- it'll work (a bit), but in the end it's better to do
it properly.

A good intermediate solution would be to invest in a couple of Hella
driving lights and aim them properly. Most people go for eurolights in the
end, though... if you intend to keep this car for a couple of years, go for
euros.
A good solution is to go for the 100-type single-bulb euros- they're
cheaper than the turbo/200 lights and require only a grill swap. They're a
vast improvement over your DOT items. Ask anyone who did the swap.

Tom