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RE: [ST] Philips Bulbs, etc



Hi guys...

I replaced the H4 bulbs in my ' 01 ST with PIAA Platinum Series Super
Whites. They are rated 80/80W and so I only use the bike off road ;-) but
PIAA claims an equivalency of 135/115W. I don't find they run too hot and
the alternator is certainly man enough to handle the extra load. Certainly
made a big difference and an easy (relatively) mod. As a previous poster
said, the third eye now looks pathetic!

My $0.02

Kevin Foster
Hibernating in Edmonton, Alberta
> These bulbs are NOT available in the US. They are 55/60 H4 type bulbs..

Aw bummin'.  I tried a Sylvania 55/60 "xenon" h4 bulb commonly available
at AutoZone in my 95 Trophy, and it did help a little in that the light's
color temperature was a bit whiter so it seemed to project a little
better.  It claims it outputs like a higher wattage bulb?  I'd bet the
same could be used in the ST...

I've also found I could run at night with the high beams on and cars
haven't once flashed me.  Must be the aim?  Anyone else notice this?

If someone does find a nicer looking parking bulb please post.  Also, if
anyone knows the Sylvania or other cross ref number for the dash indicator
bulbs I could use that.  My clock bulb went dark and I replaced with a
Sylvania 74 (I think) but it's a little bit small and I had to spread the
"feet" out to make it contact.  Doesn't look too reliable.




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