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finally install pics of the STARR HID's - 8/14/2007 7:00:53 PM

tmoody

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picked up the H3 after finally having the HID's installed at the dealer today and just took around the neighborhood this evening for a little test drive of the lights. now, i live in a rural town, tucked a bit out in the woods, so i was anxious to see how they'd light up on some of these back roads. well, uh, yeah, you're going to want these.......

As has been previously posted, these look just as good as any of the "higher end" autos that are outfitted with these HID's. These lights put out a SH*T TON of light.....easily 3-4x what the stock halogens put out. HIGHLY recommend these. I've attached some quick pics just showing the lights. I got the assemblies that have the black surrounds.

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RE: finally install pics of the STARR HID's - 8/14/2007 7:05:00 PM

tmoody

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sorry about the picture size....in the lower right corner reduce the % down to 50% and they should read.

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RE: finally install pics of the STARR HID's - 8/14/2007 8:10:03 PM

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COOL!!!!

Good Job!!!!

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RE: finally install pics of the STARR HID's - 8/14/2007 8:40:07 PM

jng1226

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Congrats Tmoody!

I really like the look of the black ones. Had I gone with the Tactical I would definitely have gotten those. As it is, my wife likes the bling so I went with the Chrome surrounds on my Starr HIDs and I think they look good against the factory chrome grille and my polished stainless brush guard.

Did your dealer do the wiring to bypass the DRL feature? I looked into a suggestion by AMG55 about removing fuse 39, which is labeled in the manual as the DRL fuse. I'm going to try it tomorrow and report back.

Enjoy!

Jeff

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RE: finally install pics of the STARR HID's - 8/15/2007 3:53:25 AM

671H3

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Sweet!

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RE: finally install pics of the STARR HID's - 8/15/2007 7:08:39 AM

tmoody

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jeff, yes, i talked with the tech about the DRL's. we decided the easiest solution was to pull the fuse out of the box under the hood. I think you're right it was #39. i've verified that the DRL's don't come on, but the lights still activate in the AUTO mode through the light sensor. so, like with the OEM's, the lights will come on initially when you're pulling out of the garage in the morning, but will cycle off a few moments later after the light sensor picks up the daylight.
finally, i don't feel so "blind" anymore driving at night. i don't know if i've been spoiled over the years or if it's a case of "knowing what's on the other side". these lights really do make a difference. GM should really look at putting these HID"s in as std OEM.......another slow going concept for US automakers to grasp.

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RE: finally install pics of the STARR HID's - 8/15/2007 6:22:11 PM

AMG55

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Yup - fuse #39 did it for me. I haven't got the HIDs yet tho =)

Lookin good!

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RE: finally install pics of the STARR HID's - 8/15/2007 7:17:01 PM

jng1226

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AMG55 is THE MAN! Fuse #39 removal works perfectly - the HIDs don't come on during the day, but activate perfectly at night. Thanks again for the advice it definitely was the simplest thing to do and the diagram is in the owner's manual.

I concur 100%, you guys wouldn't beleive the difference the HIDs make at night compared to OEM halogens. Plus, the projector assemblies look damn cool day or night. Too bad I missed out on that accessory coupon for $450. Tmoody - what accessories did you order and where from?

Jeff

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RE: finally install pics of the STARR HID's - 8/16/2007 8:16:37 AM

tmoody

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i got an extra $50 for mentioning the forum, so i've been gathering a list to spend the $500. i thought i had selected G-style, but apparently my mouse scroll button moved down to Teaka Toys. anyway, i have contacted Teaka and they've agreed to match prices regardless. so, right now, i just have a a few items in "the cart" waiting for me to pull the trigger:

'Predator' or 'ZMAG' locking fuel door (too bad GM can't make a locking fuel door.......),
'Steelcraft' or 'Manik' tail light guards,
'Steelcraft' H3 rear bumper guard (contemplating this one......)
'Husky' front and rear all weather floor liners

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RE: finally install pics of the STARR HID's - 8/17/2007 4:30:50 PM

wfturner

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If I had to order form either Teaka Toys or G-Style for the HID kit
Whom would you recommend ??

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RE: finally install pics of the STARR HID's - 8/17/2007 10:19:36 PM

jng1226

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quote:

ORIGINAL: wfturner

If I had to order form either Teaka Toys or G-Style for the HID kit
Whom would you recommend ??

I ordered mine from Clarence at G-Style. He has a sterling reputation on this forum and generally G-Style has the best prices on most accessories. On top of that, Clarence gives discounts to Hummer Forum members. My vote is G-Style for sure.

Jeff

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RE: finally install pics of the STARR HID's - 8/18/2007 8:29:08 AM

671H3

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The HID is my next upgrade! I can't wait!

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RE: finally install pics of the STARR HID's - 8/18/2007 1:15:16 PM

tmoody

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i can vouch for clarence g-style as well. clarence spent 15 mins on the phone with me talking over various things....some hummer and some not. having the certificate to Teaka Toys was my mistake as i had thought i had selected g-style, however, i will say that i contacted Teaka and asked if they'd match some prices i'd found on some other items and they said "no problem" without a pause. i would say whomever has the parts you want or need, go with them. Teaka's on the east coast and G-style on the west coast. maybe review any difference in shipping depending on where you're located??
as for the HID's, i ordered direct from STARR. might want to just give them a buzz and see if you can still snake in on the promo......?? keith was very prompt in returning my call and was helpful talking through some questions i had about the product. good experiences all around.

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RE: finally install pics of the STARR HID's - 8/18/2007 2:51:41 PM

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