copenhagen6123 Posted February 20, 2013 Share Posted February 20, 2013 So I ordered the 55w 6000k DDM Tuning HID kit. It was an upgrade from the 35w and I also ordered the mounting brackets as well. Grand total before shipping $43.99. So after my third set of headlights (DRL MOD not done prior to this) I figured that it was worth a try. I ordered the kit on 2/3/13. Standard shipping the kit came in yesterday 2/20/13. Why did it take so long...... it came from China. Here is what I got. http://i1135.photobucket.com/albums/m625/copenhagen6123/IMG_1366-1.jpg http://i1135.photobucket.com/albums/m625/copenhagen6123/IMG_1367.jpg So the box had me skeptical of its contents but everything arrived intact and the ballast are aluminum not plastic like i thought they would be. Even the bulbs had their own hard plastic cases. http://i1135.photobucket.com/albums/m625/copenhagen6123/IMG_1368.jpg The install is pretty straight forward and can be accessed in PDF form on the DDM tuning website. https://www.ddmtuning.com/support/index.php?_m=downloads&_a=viewdownload&downloaditemid=13&nav=0,1 The install is pretty easy and the only tools needed are basic hand tools to mount your ballasts and a drill with a 7/8" bit to run through the back of your headlight dust covers. http://i1135.photobucket.com/albums/m625/copenhagen6123/IMG_1372.jpg http://i1135.photobucket.com/albums/m625/copenhagen6123/IMG_1373.jpg Removing the headlights are pretty straight forward but it might be easier to remove your intake box to have more room to work. I did remove the battery to mount the ballast and it made the whole install ten times easier. http://i1135.photobucket.com/albums/m625/copenhagen6123/IMG_1374.jpg There was plenty of room for the harness and I used an existing tapped hole to mount the ballasts. http://i1135.photobucket.com/albums/m625/copenhagen6123/IMG_1376.jpg http://i1135.photobucket.com/albums/m625/copenhagen6123/IMG_1377.jpg I will update with pics of the lights on when it gets dark. I also did the DRL mod today and if you haven't done it yet here is the link. http://legacygt.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2117 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Claw Posted February 20, 2013 Share Posted February 20, 2013 Nice writeup.. cheap kit, you get what you pay for. Hope yours last longer than mine (2 wks on my first set, 3 years on my second). Have TRS Retroquiks ready in case they burn up again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe pa Posted February 21, 2013 Share Posted February 21, 2013 Nice, I'll be looking into these Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Indiglow Posted February 21, 2013 Share Posted February 21, 2013 i had two sets of these, both lasted 1 month, then i got diode dynamics FTW Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
copenhagen6123 Posted February 21, 2013 Author Share Posted February 21, 2013 I was hoping that they weren't coming from China but it is what it is. My buddies run them on their scoobies and have had no issues. Hopefully they last longer than two weeks though. Did anyone inquire about the "lifetime warranty"? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
copenhagen6123 Posted February 21, 2013 Author Share Posted February 21, 2013 Took a couple of shots tonight. http://i1135.photobucket.com/albums/m625/copenhagen6123/IMG_1378.jpg http://i1135.photobucket.com/albums/m625/copenhagen6123/IMG_1380.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Indiglow Posted February 21, 2013 Share Posted February 21, 2013 The warranty is a crock. Theres a thread or two about it on this site. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andriykoua Posted February 28, 2013 Share Posted February 28, 2013 Thank you for the write up OP. What year is your Legacy and why did you go with 55 instead of 35? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catalyst Posted February 28, 2013 Share Posted February 28, 2013 Block those squirrel finders!! "This is an adventure." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
04caliwrx Posted February 28, 2013 Share Posted February 28, 2013 I have this kit on all 3 of my cars and i have never had an issue with them at all. I have had to warrenty one sex on my 1995 GSR and the were very easy to deal with Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
copenhagen6123 Posted February 28, 2013 Author Share Posted February 28, 2013 Block those squirrel finders!! Squirrel finders? Oh and by the way Catalyst love your car no homo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
copenhagen6123 Posted February 28, 2013 Author Share Posted February 28, 2013 Thank you for the write up OP. What year is your Legacy and why did you go with 55 instead of 35? I have an 05 limited. Went with 55w hoping they would be a touch brighter and drown out any potential that my headlights might look blue. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catalyst Posted February 28, 2013 Share Posted February 28, 2013 Squirrel finders? Oh and by the way Catalyst love your car no homo. That's the other Catalyst lol, nice car though Theres a flap inside the halogen projector that lets light shine above the cutoff to illuminate rapd signs and such (look at your last pic). When you put hids in this light will really glare other drivers. You can very carefully bend the flap down with the bulb removed. It's a bit tough if you don't know where or what this flap is though. "This is an adventure." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KevinA Posted February 28, 2013 Share Posted February 28, 2013 i had two sets of these, both lasted 1 month, then i got diode dynamics FTW I also have gone threw several sets of these. There is a reason they are $30. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andriykoua Posted March 1, 2013 Share Posted March 1, 2013 I have an 05 limited. Went with 55w hoping they would be a touch brighter and drown out any potential that my headlights might look blue. I c. So how do they look at night? do you have any videos? I am also looking to get 55W 6000k, but I want to have the Xenon luxury look (stock) P.S did you need H7 bulb spacers? or you don't need that for a legacy? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
copenhagen6123 Posted March 1, 2013 Author Share Posted March 1, 2013 I will have to check those flaps when I pull the headlights. I plan on blacking them out and clearing the corners when the weather warms up. I will try and post a vid later. I am very happy with the kit for now and no you do not need the spacers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andriykoua Posted March 2, 2013 Share Posted March 2, 2013 I will have to check those flaps when I pull the headlights. I plan on blacking them out and clearing the corners when the weather warms up. I will try and post a vid later. I am very happy with the kit for now and no you do not need the spacers. Perfect, thanks for replying. I will order the set as well cause my base legacy needs some loving Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smbj91 Posted March 2, 2013 Share Posted March 2, 2013 I need to know the quickest and most painless easiest way to remove my Front bumper... Someone please if u would give me a step by step on how to do this... I need to know by six pm tonight.. Thanks guys Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
car_cursed Posted March 3, 2013 Share Posted March 3, 2013 Well, this is late, but search. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smbj91 Posted March 3, 2013 Share Posted March 3, 2013 Got mine put in last night.....REMOVE THE FRONT BUMPER!!!!! sooooo much easier....got everything squared away and i am absolutely thrilled with the outcome.....awesome kit!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
illest Posted March 3, 2013 Share Posted March 3, 2013 ^ looks awesome! What temperature bulbs did you get?! And whats up with your high beam section? They look blue also! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smbj91 Posted March 4, 2013 Share Posted March 4, 2013 i didnt get high beams....my low beams are just bright as hell....10,000 kelvin....and the fog are 3,000 kelvin.....and thank you sir Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
copenhagen6123 Posted March 4, 2013 Author Share Posted March 4, 2013 Got mine put in last night.....REMOVE THE FRONT BUMPER!!!!! sooooo much easier....got everything squared away and i am absolutely thrilled with the outcome.....awesome kit!!!! Looks great they are a little blue for my taste but I really like the fogs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedDawg Posted March 4, 2013 Share Posted March 4, 2013 i have the 55w/5000k kit from them, very pleased with the light output but i have to wire in a relay soon, every 10 or so fire ups one of the ballasts won't start up on the first try. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zac88 Posted March 7, 2013 Share Posted March 7, 2013 Are there any good alternatives to DDM tuning? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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