Angel eyes

rvacha · 03-22-2008, 02:31 PM

GregW-
I just put Luminics H8s in my car and they too were "lose". Visually inspecting them I could see no dimensional differences. It appears the issue is that the grommet/washer is simply more flexible than the OEM ones so they don't fit as snugly. I have no reason to believe they will come lose and they seem to seal well. I didn't see yours, so maybe your issue was different, but I thought I'd throw it out there

nechronics · 03-22-2008, 04:04 PM

How do they look? Take pictures!!

rvacha · 03-22-2008, 04:34 PM

They look OK.... but I was hoping for much bluer. I might go the LED route for a real blue, but only if the prices come down. Replacing the H8s is a real PIA so I'm happy stalling!

ChinoOrtega · 03-24-2008, 10:46 AM

I just installed H8 8500 from GP and Mtec Super Whites H3, here's how it looks, hope you guys like it,

eclipsisNA · 03-24-2008, 11:03 AM

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Originally Posted by rvacha

GregW-
I just put Luminics H8s in my car and they too were "lose". Visually inspecting them I could see no dimensional differences. It appears the issue is that the grommet/washer is simply more flexible than the OEM ones so they don't fit as snugly. I have no reason to believe they will come lose and they seem to seal well. I didn't see yours, so maybe your issue was different, but I thought I'd throw it out there

You're supposed to use the OEM orange washers on the GPs.

yahtzee · 03-24-2008, 10:35 PM

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Originally Posted by cowmoo32

Good luck with Bimmian. I haven't read much about them recently, but I know they used to be pretty bad with messing up orders and customer service.

What color is in your sig?

rvacha · 04-03-2008, 08:51 PM

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Originally Posted by GregW / Oregon

These are cornering lights or "corner-illuminating lights". These are in addition to the adaptive headlights.

From the manual, "In tight curves at speeds up to approx. 40 mph/70 km/h, e.g. on mountainaous roads or when turning, an additional corner-illuminating lamp is switched on that lights up the inside area of the curve." On many new cars the fog lights do this, but since the M3 doesn't have fog lights...

The cornering lights also turn on whenever the lights are on and the car is put in reverse, regardless of speed. Seems to be an undocumented feature.

GregW / Oregon · 04-03-2008, 10:01 PM

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Originally Posted by rvacha

The cornering lights also turn on whenever the lights are on and the car is put in reverse, regardless of speed. Seems to be an undocumented feature.

Hmmm... interesting. Can't imagine the reason for that, though. Add to the trivia collection. Hey, we should have a trivia sticky!

gadget · 04-07-2008, 02:42 PM

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Originally Posted by ChinoOrtega

I just installed H8 8500 from GP and Mtec Super Whites H3, here's how it looks, hope you guys like it,

Very nice, I like the color since it doesn't have a ricer look to it.

Is the first pic with the OEM lights?

SS32 · 04-07-2008, 03:53 PM

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Originally Posted by yahtzee

What color is in your sig?

Jerez Black. I pshopped the wheels/tint.

GregW / Oregon · 04-07-2008, 04:36 PM

What I just noticed yesterday, is the halos run at reduced brightness when you turn on the parking lights manually (very yellow), but enable the DRLs and they are much brighter.

OzStriker · 04-07-2008, 05:24 PM

Thats right Greg, so during the day I leave my lights in the Auto or Off position, DRLs are activated in iDrive and are bright during the day. In Auto, when the sensor turns on the low beams, the DRLs dim, I assume this is so they aren't too bright in low light conditions.

GregW / Oregon · 04-07-2008, 09:49 PM

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Originally Posted by OzStriker

Thats right Greg, so during the day I leave my lights in the Auto or Off position, DRLs are activated in iDrive and are bright during the day. In Auto, when the sensor turns on the low beams, the DRLs dim, I assume this is so they aren't too bright in low light conditions.

I wish there was an easier way than iDrive to choose dimmed or bright. The only time I'd want them dimmed is when they are truly use as parking lights.

GregW / Oregon · 04-07-2008, 10:00 PM

I wonder if these PIAA LED conversions would work on the M3? Says it is for the E90. Doesn't look anything like the H8s, though. The regular E90 must use different bulbs?

BMW 3 SERIES LED RING BULB

Twin Pack PN 19432 - $188.85

http://www.shopatron.com/product/pro...PIA19432/353.0

MTrizzy · 04-07-2008, 10:17 PM

Anyone know anything about this product from PIAA?

http://www.priracing.com/product.php...70-upgrade-kit

...anyone tried it out? M3 applicable?

Shade · 04-07-2008, 11:16 PM

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Originally Posted by GregW / Oregon

I wonder if these PIAA LED conversions would work on the M3? Says it is for the E90. Doesn't look anything like the H8s, though. The regular E90 must use different bulbs?

BMW 3 SERIES LED RING BULB

Twin Pack PN 19432 - $188.85

http://www.shopatron.com/product/pro...PIA19432/353.0

no it wont work on the M3. These are for Reg e90 bimmer.

E92 angel eye mechanics are different with the reg e90 car. All model of e9x M3 is base on E92 angel eye mechanics.

Shade · 04-07-2008, 11:18 PM

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Originally Posted by MTrizzy

Anyone know anything about this product from PIAA?

http://www.priracing.com/product.php...70-upgrade-kit

...anyone tried it out? M3 applicable?

Yes its an awesome Product. However, they are very costly. over 300+ USD for an angel eye light bulb.

The only problem with all e92 model angel eye is whenever u turn on the headlights. the outter rim is very dim and it just doesnt look good.

ppl are working on a solution atm, but LED technology is one better way than the GP Thunder bulb. Again, they are costly. if u are willing to pay for it, go for it, otherwise just wait and hope someone found a solution.

PrinceSmooth · 04-08-2008, 01:15 AM

I don't think we'll ever see a reasonable solution in any time soon... No solution for the 3 series E92s; don't think the M3 will get any special attention either... at least I hope it will, it deserves the best!

OzStriker · 04-08-2008, 01:19 AM

Surely an auto electrician could pretty quickly work out how to ensure full bright angel eyes when low beams are ON.

Shade · 04-08-2008, 02:01 AM

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Originally Posted by OzStriker

Surely an auto electrician could pretty quickly work out how to ensure full bright angel eyes when low beams are ON.

pretty sure they are working on that since the day when E92 arrive ! Hopefully we get a solution soon

GregW / Oregon · 04-08-2008, 08:31 AM

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Originally Posted by ShadeM3

Yes its an awesome Product. However, they are very costly. over 300+ USD for an angel eye light bulb.

The only problem with all e92 model angel eye is whenever u turn on the headlights. the outter rim is very dim and it just doesnt look good.

As I posted above, they are much brighter in DRL mode. LEDs are trick to dim, so I question if they will work properly in parking lamp dimmed mode. I am going to contact PIAA for advice.

GregW / Oregon · 04-08-2008, 04:15 PM

"No we do not have those at all."

Thanks
Alan Avery
PIAA Customer Service
503-489-6666
1-800-525-7422
Service@piaa-usa.com

03-22-2008, 02:31 PM	#67
rvacha Captain 62 Rep 800 Posts Drives: '08 E92 M3 Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Cleveland, OH iTrader: (0) Garage List 2008 E92 M3 [0.00]	GregW- I just put Luminics H8s in my car and they too were "lose". Visually inspecting them I could see no dimensional differences. It appears the issue is that the grommet/washer is simply more flexible than the OEM ones so they don't fit as snugly. I have no reason to believe they will come lose and they seem to seal well. I didn't see yours, so maybe your issue was different, but I thought I'd throw it out there __________________ '16 F30 340i xDrive 6MT Melbourne/Black '08 E92 M3 6MT Jerez/Speed Cloth '18 F80 M3 6MT SO/CSAT
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nechronics Lieutenant 24 Rep 438 Posts Drives: M3 Join Date: May 2007 Location: south tampa iTrader: (0)	How do they look? Take pictures!! __________________ AW/FR e92 M3
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03-22-2008, 04:34 PM	#69
rvacha Captain 62 Rep 800 Posts Drives: '08 E92 M3 Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Cleveland, OH iTrader: (0) Garage List 2008 E92 M3 [0.00]	They look OK.... but I was hoping for much bluer. I might go the LED route for a real blue, but only if the prices come down. Replacing the H8s is a real PIA so I'm happy stalling! __________________ '16 F30 340i xDrive 6MT Melbourne/Black '08 E92 M3 6MT Jerez/Speed Cloth '18 F80 M3 6MT SO/CSAT
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03-24-2008, 10:46 AM	#70
ChinoOrtega Captain 50 Rep 604 Posts Drives: 991 C2S Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Guatemala iTrader: (0)	I just installed H8 8500 from GP and Mtec Super Whites H3, here's how it looks, hope you guys like it, Attached Images
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04-07-2008, 04:36 PM	#77
GregW / Oregon Commander-In-Chief 2107 Rep 8,913 Posts Drives: 2023 M2 Coupe, 2020 GLE 450 Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Lake Oswego, OR iTrader: (3) Garage List 2023 M2 Coupe [9.83] 2020 Mercedes GLE 450 [7.25]	Angel eyes operation What I just noticed yesterday, is the halos run at reduced brightness when you turn on the parking lights manually (very yellow), but enable the DRLs and they are much brighter. __________________ Greg Lake Oswego, Oregon, USA 2023 M2 Coupe - Brooklyn Grey/Cognac/CF, 6MT; 2020 MB GLE 450
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04-07-2008, 05:24 PM	#78
OzStriker Captain 61 Rep 924 Posts Drives: Ford Falcon Ute, Ducati 1198S Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Melbourne iTrader: (1) Garage List 2008 BMW E92 M3 [0.00] 2009 Ducati 1198S [0.00]	Thats right Greg, so during the day I leave my lights in the Auto or Off position, DRLs are activated in iDrive and are bright during the day. In Auto, when the sensor turns on the low beams, the DRLs dim, I assume this is so they aren't too bright in low light conditions. __________________ BMW E92 M3 6MT, G-Power SKII supercharged, custom exhaust with 100 cell cats and Remus Sport mufflers, Brembo 380mm BBK, BMW Performance steering wheel, LUX H8 angel eyes, CF CSL boot, Hamann CF diffuser, Vorsteiner CF lip, CF grilles, CF gills, CF bonnet vents, BMW Performance stripes, RAC RG63 wheels, Eibach lowering springs, camber modifications.
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GregW / Oregon Commander-In-Chief 2107 Rep 8,913 Posts Drives: 2023 M2 Coupe, 2020 GLE 450 Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Lake Oswego, OR iTrader: (3) Garage List 2023 M2 Coupe [9.83] 2020 Mercedes GLE 450 [7.25]	LED conversion for halos I wonder if these PIAA LED conversions would work on the M3? Says it is for the E90. Doesn't look anything like the H8s, though. The regular E90 must use different bulbs? BMW 3 SERIES LED RING BULB Twin Pack PN 19432 - $188.85 http://www.shopatron.com/product/pro...PIA19432/353.0 __________________ Greg Lake Oswego, Oregon, USA 2023 M2 Coupe - Brooklyn Grey/Cognac/CF, 6MT; 2020 MB GLE 450
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04-07-2008, 10:17 PM	#81
MTrizzy Lieutenant 28 Rep 449 Posts Drives: 2008 AW M3 Coupe Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Potomac, MD iTrader: (1)	Anyone know anything about this product from PIAA? http://www.priracing.com/product.php...70-upgrade-kit ...anyone tried it out? M3 applicable? __________________ AW E92 M3\|E92 LuX\|Piaa GTX H3\| Rear Fog Light Mod \| Ventureshield (Raja) \|Eisenmann Race Exhaust \|Macht Schnell Filter \| Black Grills \| Black Sides \| H&R Springs \| Fabspeed X-Pipe & High Flow Cats\| CF VRS II rep diffuser\|Most powerful Scoops in the world\|
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04-08-2008, 01:15 AM	#84
PrinceSmooth First Lieutenant 49 Rep 376 Posts Drives: '15 M4 Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Los Angeles, CA iTrader: (2) Garage List 2012 BMW X6 M [0.00]	I don't think we'll ever see a reasonable solution in any time soon... No solution for the 3 series E92s; don't think the M3 will get any special attention either... at least I hope it will, it deserves the best! __________________ 09' E92 M3 \| IB \|Black \| Carbon Leather \| 19" Option Wheels \| DCT \| Akrapovic Full Exhaust \| Arkym Rear Diffuser \| Arkym Front Bumper \| Macht Schnell Stage 2 Intake \| (Delivered 3/7/09) RIP!!!! Miss you dearly '12 X6 M Carbon Black / Akrapovic Evo / AR Design downpipes / ESS tune
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04-08-2008, 01:19 AM	#85
OzStriker Captain 61 Rep 924 Posts Drives: Ford Falcon Ute, Ducati 1198S Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Melbourne iTrader: (1) Garage List 2008 BMW E92 M3 [0.00] 2009 Ducati 1198S [0.00]	Surely an auto electrician could pretty quickly work out how to ensure full bright angel eyes when low beams are ON. __________________ BMW E92 M3 6MT, G-Power SKII supercharged, custom exhaust with 100 cell cats and Remus Sport mufflers, Brembo 380mm BBK, BMW Performance steering wheel, LUX H8 angel eyes, CF CSL boot, Hamann CF diffuser, Vorsteiner CF lip, CF grilles, CF gills, CF bonnet vents, BMW Performance stripes, RAC RG63 wheels, Eibach lowering springs, camber modifications.
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GregW / Oregon Commander-In-Chief 2107 Rep 8,913 Posts Drives: 2023 M2 Coupe, 2020 GLE 450 Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Lake Oswego, OR iTrader: (3) Garage List 2023 M2 Coupe [9.83] 2020 Mercedes GLE 450 [7.25]	PIAA response to LED question "No we do not have those at all." Thanks Alan Avery PIAA Customer Service 503-489-6666 1-800-525-7422 Service@piaa-usa.com __________________ Greg Lake Oswego, Oregon, USA 2023 M2 Coupe - Brooklyn Grey/Cognac/CF, 6MT; 2020 MB GLE 450
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