OSS style lights life expectancy

Nicname · 11-06-2012, 06:45 PM

Was just wondering what the average life expectancy of OSS style lights were. I'd imagine that the bulbs burn out quickly compared to say LUX V8's

JYohay · 11-06-2012, 07:12 PM

That assumption has no validity
And they both have longer life expectancy then the halogens

amaproracin · 11-06-2012, 07:17 PM

Have a set of lux for sale. If anybody is looking for a set. A month or two old.

onnex · 11-06-2012, 11:28 PM

should outlast any h8 type replacements since they're comprised of a string of LEDs.

THE TECH · 11-07-2012, 09:22 AM

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Originally Posted by JYohay

That assumption has no validity
And they both have longer life expectancy then the halogens

+1

CSanto · 11-07-2012, 09:44 AM

The only thing I worry about when opening headlights is moisture getting in due to the reseal not being perfect.

I have 0 moisture in my headlights now, and the car is 4 years and some old.

onnex · 11-07-2012, 10:15 AM

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Originally Posted by HREM3

The only thing I worry about when opening headlights is moisture getting in due to the reseal not being perfect.

I have 0 moisture in my headlights now, and the car is 4 years and some old.

I had mine done 2 years ago and never had any moisture. Just make sure to take it to someone who has some experience and knows how to seal them properly– its not impossible to do.

tbone28 · 11-07-2012, 11:08 AM

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Originally Posted by HREM3

The only thing I worry about when opening headlights is moisture getting in due to the reseal not being perfect.

I have 0 moisture in my headlights now, and the car is 4 years and some old.

Early on, I eliminated OSS as an option due to my concern for this, but I gave in because they look heads and shoulders better (for me) than other options. As stated, have someone who normally does these installs work on your set to minimize chances of moisture. But in the end, for me the benefits outweighed the risks. I love this mod

bape_sta206 · 11-07-2012, 11:10 AM

I agree. I've had mines for a year or so. No condensation and I installed it myself.

THE TECH · 11-07-2012, 11:26 AM

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Originally Posted by tbone28

I gave in because they look heads and shoulders better (for me) than other options. As stated, have someone who normally does these installs work on your set to minimize chances of moisture. But in the end, for me the benefits outweighed the risks. I love this mod

+1

tbone28 · 11-07-2012, 11:42 AM

Also, if you consider the net cost difference between say LUX bulbs and OSS-style, it's not that much more for a better solution

CSanto · 11-07-2012, 11:56 AM

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Originally Posted by tbone28

Early on, I eliminated OSS as an option due to my concern for this, but I gave in because they look heads and shoulders better (for me) than other options. As stated, have someone who normally does these installs work on your set to minimize chances of moisture. But in the end, for me the benefits outweighed the risks. I love this mod

Oh I 100% agree its the best option out there. I haven't done bulbs because I feel as though I should go OSS or nothing. My headlights are also very pitted from use.

THE TECH · 11-07-2012, 02:09 PM

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Originally Posted by HREM3

My headlights are also very pitted from use.

Might try having them wet sanded and then buffed followed by a clear bra.

badazzm · 11-10-2012, 03:03 PM

They will outlast the car. Lol. Never had any problems. The best mod IMO.

S65NAPWR · 11-27-2012, 07:34 PM

No matter how well they are done, they have that non-OEM cheap look when unlit / daytime. Something that belongs on a modded civic maybe... They do look good at night though. But for what you pay it should be perfect in any light.

phrozen06 · 11-27-2012, 08:02 PM

If I could do it over I would've bought OSS's lights. The look worlds better than my Lux.

11-06-2012, 06:45 PM	#1
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onnex Captain Drives: 2011.5 E92 M3 Join Date: May 2010 Location: SF Posts: 943 iTrader: (10) Garage List 2011 E92 M3 [4.67]	should outlast any h8 type replacements since they're comprised of a string of LEDs. __________________ 2011 Matte Metallic Blue E92 M3 \| 6MT \| Black Novillo / Black Carbon Leather \| 20" DPE SP-SC 5 \| LS3 V1 LEDs + full blackout \| Full Amuse Ericsson Kit \| Akra Evo \| RD Sport Springs \| Macht Schnell Stage 2 Intake

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S65NAPWR Lieutenant Drives: M3 Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Tri-State Posts: 555 iTrader: (0)	No matter how well they are done, they have that non-OEM cheap look when unlit / daytime. Something that belongs on a modded civic maybe... They do look good at night though. But for what you pay it should be perfect in any light. __________________

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phrozen06 NA V8 Drives: 01 330ci, 08 E92 M3 DCT Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: 39°27'33"N 77°58'04"W W. Virgina, Kansas Posts: 1,127 iTrader: (1)	If I could do it over I would've bought OSS's lights. The look worlds better than my Lux. __________________ M3 DCT/Swift Spec R Springs/Macht Schnell Spacers/Megan Exhaust Coming Soon: Test Pipes , BPM Stg 2 Tune, and BPM Euro DCT Software.

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11-06-2012, 07:12 PM	#2
JYohay Major Drives: 335i convertable Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: NY Posts: 1,060 iTrader: (0)	That assumption has no validity And they both have longer life expectancy then the halogens

11-06-2012, 07:17 PM	#3
amaproracin Second Lieutenant Drives: 09 E93 M3 Join Date: May 2012 Location: Delaware Posts: 222 iTrader: (0)	Have a set of lux for sale. If anybody is looking for a set. A month or two old.

11-07-2012, 09:44 AM	#6
CSanto Major Drives: 2009 E92 M3 Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: New York Posts: 1,362 iTrader: (1)	The only thing I worry about when opening headlights is moisture getting in due to the reseal not being perfect. I have 0 moisture in my headlights now, and the car is 4 years and some old.

11-07-2012, 11:10 AM	#9
bape_sta206 tha_good_life Drives: 2010 JzB E92 M3 Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Seattle Posts: 3,640 iTrader: (14) Garage List 2010 BMW M3 [4.27]	I agree. I've had mines for a year or so. No condensation and I installed it myself.

11-07-2012, 11:42 AM	#11
tbone28 vvvvvvvvvvvvvv Drives: ^^^^^ Join Date: May 2012 Location: Bay Area, CA Posts: 1,281 iTrader: (10)	Also, if you consider the net cost difference between say LUX bulbs and OSS-style, it's not that much more for a better solution

11-10-2012, 03:03 PM	#14
badazzm Lieutenant Drives: MR E92 ///M3 Join Date: May 2012 Location: San Jose, CA Posts: 456 iTrader: (0)	They will outlast the car. Lol. Never had any problems. The best mod IMO.