HID Plug and Play Kits - Only $200 SHIPPED! - Honda Prelude Forum

marcucci · 05-04-2006, 09:56 AM

*** UPDATED - GB IS NOW CLOSED. Please PM for information on this GB or for current pricing.

This is a group buy for true plug-and-play Techone HID kits for only $200 shipped!

Techone kits are high quality and made in their ISO 9001.2000 and QS 2000 certified factory. We will provide you with a one year warranty on bulbs and ballasts.

If you aren't familiar with HIDs, these are not like the cheapo bulbs you buy that burn out after a few weeks, and require no upgrade to factory wiring as they require less power even though they produce more light output.

We are offering these in the following color temps:

5000K - Pure white
6000K - Slight blue tint
8000K - Pronounced blue/purple tint
3000K - JDM Yellow/gold (like PIAA's Ion Yellow) tint - additional $10 charge

These will provide you with roughtly 3 times the light output of standard halogen bulbs which means greater visibility. Again, installation is completely plug & play! Glare is kept to a minimum with a uniquely cut bulb. The output is not as good as with a projector, but the headlights can be adjusted down some to minimize glare to oncoming traffic.

We are selling kits in the following sizes:

92-96 4G Prelude (USDM headlights): 9006
92-96 4G Prelude (JDM headlights): H4
97-01 5G Prelude (all models, high or low beams): H1
97-01 5G Prelude (JDM fogs/driving lights): H3C

Also available (PM me for a PayPal link): H7, H8, H11, H13, H4 Hi/Lo, 9004, 9005, 9007, D2R, D2S, D2C

Each Kit Includes:
- HID(2pcs) 12v 35 Watt Bulb
- Ballast (2 pcs, with Igniter and polarity adjuster integrated)
- Ballast pad for mounting (2pcs)
- Cable ties
- Screws
- Instructions

basically, everything you need for a quick installation.

We're looking for 8 buyers at this price. I expect these will go quick, once each slot is taken, that's it... send payment via PayPal below and we'll add you to the list. Click on the proper link below for the color temp and fitment you need. Once the list is full we'll ship. If we don't get enough people within 30 days we will issue a full refund.

5000K (pure white)
9006 (92-96 4G Prelude w/USDM headlights) $200 shipped

H4 (92-96 4G Prelude w/JDM headlights) $200 shipped

H1 (97-01 5G Prelude high or low beams) $200 shipped

New! H3C (97-01 5G Prelude JDM Driving Lights) $200 shipped

6000K (slight blue tint)
9006 (92-96 4G Prelude w/USDM headlights) $200 shipped

H4 (92-96 4G Prelude w/JDM headlights) $200 shipped

H1 (97-01 5G Prelude) $200 shipped

New! H3C (97-01 5G Prelude JDM Driving Lights) $200 shipped

8000K (blue/purple tint)
9006 (92-96 4G Prelude w/USDM headlights) $200 shipped

H4 (92-96 4G Prelude w/JDM headlights) $200 shipped

H1 (97-01 5G Prelude) $200 shipped

New! H3C (97-01 5G Prelude JDM Driving Lights) $200 shipped

1. petern101 H4 5K
2. MarkG H3C 3000K
3. hustler904 H1 6000K
4. pter 9006 5K
5. rmansfield2 H1 5K
6.
7.
8.

Shipping included in the price for continental US only. WILL ship internationally, please PM me for additional shipping cost. We will not upcharge shipping, be sure to let me know if you need air ($$$) or if surface is OK.

Update: In response to several requests, yes, replacement bulbs are available. They are $75/pair (add $10 per pair for the 3000K ones). If you want a spare set, they are available in all fitments, LMK and I can get them for you. Delivery should be within 1-2 weeks.

Justwakin · 05-04-2006, 04:20 PM

any 4th gen luders want to go 6k? if so that would be great.

count me in on change of wattage to 6k for the 9006.

marcucci · 05-04-2006, 09:44 PM

It's color temp, not wattage.

Will count your vote for adding 6000K color, thanks!

petern101 · 05-08-2006, 02:08 AM

waiting for new CC number, but put me down for 4th gen jdm h4 set, 5k

i sure hope 9 other ppl get in!

edit:

paid

marcucci · 05-11-2006, 06:21 AM

Thanks!!! Added to the list...

marcucci · 05-17-2006, 11:33 AM

UPDATED! Consolidated all the fitments/colors into one GB, added H3C for 5g JDM driving lights, and introducing...

3000K (JDM Ion Yellow)
9006 (92-96 4G Prelude w/USDM headlights) $210 shipped

H4 (92-96 4G Prelude w/JDM headlights) $210 shipped

H1 (97-01 5G Prelude) $210 shipped

New! H3C (97-01 5G Prelude JDM Driving Lights) $210 shipped

Mark G · 05-17-2006, 03:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by marcucci

UPDATED! Consolidated all the fitments/colors into one GB, added H3C for 5g JDM driving lights, and introducing...

3000K (JDM Ion Yellow)
9006 (92-96 4G Prelude w/USDM headlights) $210 shipped

H4 (92-96 4G Prelude w/JDM headlights) $210 shipped

H1 (97-01 5G Prelude) $210 shipped

New! H3C (97-01 5G Prelude JDM Driving Lights) $210 shipped

Will the H3C bulb fit behind my yellow capped 5th gen fogs without modding the housing?

Just so we are clear on what im talking about.

http://hidtech.com/images/02152.jpg

JrSr2003 · 05-17-2006, 06:05 PM

Dont suppose you have D2s bulb?

marcucci · 05-18-2006, 06:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mark G

Will the H3C bulb fit behind my yellow capped 5th gen fogs without modding the housing?

It should- the issue will not be "modding the housing" but whether or not it will fit behind the capsule. How much larger than the h3c bulb is the capsule?

marcucci · 05-18-2006, 09:18 AM

Update from the factory:

- H3C bulbs will fit behind all capsules that they know of. The H3C HID size is almost identical to the halogen H3C standard.
- D2S bulbs ARE available! I will update the main post.
- The following fitments/temps are available:

Fitment: H1, H3, H3C, H4, H7, H8, H11, H13, H4 Hi/Lo, 9004, 9005, 9006,
9007, D2R, D2S, D2C

Temperature: 3000K, 5000K, 6000k, 8000k, 10000k, 12000k, 14000k, 15000K

Keep in mind that you can get any of these on this GB. PM for more info and a direct PayPal payment link.

Mark G · 05-18-2006, 04:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by marcucci

Update from the factory:

- H3C bulbs will fit behind all capsules that they know of. The H3C HID size is almost identical to the halogen H3C standard.
- D2S bulbs ARE available! I will update the main post.
- The following fitments/temps are available:

Fitment: H1, H3, H3C, H4, H7, H8, H11, H13, H4 Hi/Lo, 9004, 9005, 9006,
9007, D2R, D2S, D2C

Temperature: 3000K, 5000K, 6000k, 8000k, 10000k, 12000k, 14000k, 15000K

Keep in mind that you can get any of these on this GB. PM for more info and a direct PayPal payment link.

Money sent for the H3C D2R 3000K kit.

preludejtstyle · 05-18-2006, 05:44 PM

for the 5000K's....what are the bulbs made out of??

What gauge is the wiring?

What kind of plug is on the end of the wiring that connects to the factory wiring harness (H1 in particular)?

Whats the voltage at startup?

thanks.

petern101 · 05-19-2006, 12:09 AM

i didn't notice but i could have sworn i signed up for the 5k h4 (i have jdm headlights)

if not, can you please change it to that

preludejtstyle · 05-19-2006, 05:09 AM

I believe that you are probably added once he receives your payment.

marcucci · 05-19-2006, 11:26 AM

MarkG - got it, thanks. List updated.

petern101 - sorry for the mistake, updated. Preludejtstyle is right- you still need to send PayPal, too.

With regards to construction, the wiring looks to be about 16AWG but it's hard to tell how thick the insulation is. Connectors are quick-disconnects that mate with the stock pins and is P&P with the factory wiring. I'd still advise taping everything up, though, just for an extra layer of protection against moisture.

I'm not sure of the startup voltage- I will have to check on that.

Thanks guys!

preludejtstyle · 05-19-2006, 02:38 PM

so is it just a spade connect that slides into the factory harness or is there a connector that connects with the factory harness?

marcucci · 05-20-2006, 08:15 PM

Spades, but nice and secure. AFAIK there is no connector anywhere that will just plug in like a headlight.

xbi0s · 05-21-2006, 08:05 AM

Just a question: Anyone using these? How bad is the glare to oncoming traffic... Do you have to angle the headlights down considerably? Are the highbeams still usable?

preludejtstyle · 05-22-2006, 07:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by marcucci

Spades, but nice and secure. AFAIK there is no connector anywhere that will just plug in like a headlight.

Okay. Would it be better to remove the spades and just solder the wires together?? I'm worried about a bad connection and longevity since the kit I bought I've only had for about a month, and the spades look like they are rusting. What would you suggest? Would maybe some elecrolyte gel be safe?

preludejtstyle · 05-22-2006, 07:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by xbi0s

Just a question: Anyone using these? How bad is the glare to oncoming traffic... Do you have to angle the headlights down considerably? Are the highbeams still usable?

I have some right now, and they are great. The light output doubled, and so did the glare. But that still sin't much. And if you angle your headlights right, the only thing that the glare will effect will be streetsigns off to the upper right hand corner. The glare can be controlled. Its not bad at all.

marcucci · 05-22-2006, 07:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by preludejtstyle

Okay. Would it be better to remove the spades and just solder the wires together?? I'm worried about a bad connection and longevity since the kit I bought I've only had for about a month, and the spades look like they are rusting. What would you suggest? Would maybe some elecrolyte gel be safe?

You can, but it shouldn't be necessary. Tape the connection and it should be fine.

If you are extremely paranoid, lithium grease works well to keep moisture out and still act like an insulator.

everythingzen · 05-22-2006, 10:06 AM

Just tape the connection and you will be fine. I have made a harness to hook up to my set up and i just used spade connectors to connect to the stock harness. It's the "generally" accepted technique. If you solder them, (which really wouldn't be my option), I would suggest cutting the wires atleast 4-6 inches back from the H1 female connector so that you will have room to reattach the connector in the event you want to go back to stock.

theho1 · 05-24-2006, 08:02 AM

how many people do we still need for this group buy?

i might be interested in two sets

marcucci · 05-25-2006, 07:56 AM

See the list- still need 6 people. I can reduce that number by one or two if we can get another person or two on top of your two.

Jeager · 05-25-2006, 08:34 AM

how long is this going on for? might be interested if its still going on after npm...have to wait to see where $$ is

munscher · 05-25-2006, 09:15 AM

I'm interested, still a little worried about the glare though. Any pics of these kits installed?

EDIT: Found a bunch of pics on a groupbuy at H-T.comhere

any pics specifically of 5000K???

marcucci · 05-25-2006, 10:12 AM

Duration: I'm going to pull this and refund buyers thus far if we don't get at least 8 people in the next week or two. I don't want people to have to be out their cash for that long.

I don't have any pics of the 5000K offhand. Color is basically the same as a factory install in the S2k, TSX, TL, etc.

Glare is not that bad- the glass is cut to minimize glare, though projectors will always be better and produce that sharp line. You can aim them down to reduce the glare to a level that's similar to what halogen's produce.

Jeager · 05-25-2006, 12:36 PM

hmm how many more do you still need?

theho1 · 05-25-2006, 01:58 PM

looks like 5 more

CanadaRed · 05-25-2006, 02:17 PM

Interested in the H1 6000k kit, I'll see if I can get access to my sister's paypal account tonight.

preylude22 · 05-26-2006, 05:06 PM

anythin available for s14 koukis?????

CanadaRed · 05-26-2006, 05:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by preylude22

anythin available for s14 koukis?????

Whatever headlight bulb goes on the S14 will work.

hustler904 · 05-31-2006, 10:15 PM

Add me to the list,hopefully we get enough people on this groupbuy,and is there any way i can also go ahead and order replacement bulbs?

marcucci · 06-01-2006, 07:08 AM

Got the payment- will check on replacement bulbs.

Thanks!

o1ambre1o · 06-02-2006, 10:55 AM

Definitely interested in seeing these installed.. anyone have pix?

vpc2003 · 06-02-2006, 11:12 AM

put me on the list, I really want one for my 5th gen as well, I will make payment ASAP via paypal as soon as this group buy is ready!

marcucci · 06-02-2006, 11:36 AM

See in the original post:

Quote:

Originally Posted by marcucci

We're looking for 10 buyers at this price. I expect these will go quick, once each slot is taken, that's it... send payment via PayPal below and we'll add you to the list. Click on the proper link below for the color temp and fitment you need.Once the list is full we'll ship. If we don't get enough people within 30 days we will issue a full refund.

Mark G · 06-05-2006, 04:40 AM

30 days have passed... what now?

How much would the kit be for the 4 of us?

How much would it be for just me?

marcucci · 06-05-2006, 06:39 AM

I've had a few people PM me about whether or not it's still on. I'll give it another week, this buy should happen. If anyone can't wait that long and wants a refund, please let me know.

kellyk75 · 06-05-2006, 09:16 AM

I am interested depending on the amount of glare. Anyone have installed pics? Are these street legal?

How much for shipping to Canada?

preludejtstyle · 06-05-2006, 06:45 PM

i am interested. I have been doing a lot of searching and review'ing. I went ahead and bought some connectors thay will hold the spaded wire ends, so that from start to finish all of my wire connections will be water proof~ish. it was pretty cheap, and it all plug and play. It also alloows me to wire in a relay for the power source, rather than relying on the wire in the harness. its also plug'n'play.

I get paid friday. I will send out my M.O. then

and BTW, the glare is not bad. I have seen these kits before.

petern101 · 06-05-2006, 07:28 PM

^do you mind showing where to get those spaded wire ends?

i wired in my jdm headlights the ghetto way (electrical tape

) but if there is something that will ease the installation and be completely pnp, i am definatly interested

just in case i need to remove it for any reason

preludejtstyle · 06-05-2006, 08:45 PM

this kit comes with spaded wire ends he said. This is just a big block of plastic/rubber that is used as a sort of connector. I'll work on finding the store again. but i only have one hand so it takes me a while.

preludejtstyle · 06-07-2006, 04:43 PM

http://www.techone.com.cn/index_cn.htm
^^For those interested. Good reading. These seem like nice kits. I'm buying a set and maybe an extra pair of bulbs.

preludejtstyle · 06-07-2006, 06:42 PM

do you already have these in your possesion? or are you just placing orders to a company, then getting them, then shipping them?

marcucci · 06-07-2006, 10:32 PM

Taking orders before buying stock. I'm not going to invest $3-$5k in inventory that won't move. I need orders to buy still.

petern101 · 06-07-2006, 11:14 PM

so about how much longer?

pter · 06-08-2006, 12:32 AM

Sent payment for 5k 9006.
Can someone throw up a schematic and part number for a relay to use the existing headlight power to just turn on and off?

marcucci · 06-08-2006, 06:56 AM

No relay needed- it's really P&P.

I'm going to wait another week. 3 more after pter and it's a done deal (updated original post).

preludejtstyle · 06-08-2006, 07:07 AM

so if i send in my money order today to you...when can I expect to get my product?