Philips X-Treme Power +80%

[Xe]

Fitted these tonight, took a before and after photo, but it does not really do it justice with the underground garage lighting. The light is definitely brighter and whiter But I thought they would maybe be a bit brighter, maybe thats a good thing as I dont think it will blind other drivers. But glad I didn't bother with the +50% bulbs.

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[Havok316]

im still waiting for my set to arrive. I dont think 80% power is right though will see when i get mine looks nice though

 

[Xe]

Ok I have been driving with these for about a month now, all I can say is, they make a big difference. Well worth it

 

[guyb]

Sorry... Novice Alert... What size/type bulbs should I get for a MK2 Leon? Is it just H7's?

 

[seadragon]

Yeah me too, didnt go for the Xenons so want the next option, ie the bulbs, which ones do we need to buy?

 

[Xe]

H7 for dipped beam, H1 for full beam.
I only changed the dipped, as I hardly ever get a chance to use full beam.

 

[JonoUK]

Hey Xe, can you please tell me where you got them, exact ones if possible?
Cheers

 

[duncerduncs]

You can get them from here:- http://www.powerbulbs.co.uk/

Not sure if that's the cheapest place to get them.

 

[TDI PEP]

You can get them on ebay for £29.99 with free delivery.

 

[hon_n_gem]

yep, they are good bulbs, had mine for a few months now!

powerbulbs are good
autobulbs have better "freebies"

 

[Michael B]

Anyone tried the H1 Phillips 50% plus, tempted to go for these as well, though saying that when the full beam is on I find the light good quality already..

 

[Michael B]

Also will the headlights have to be re-set again after the new bulbs are put in will the unit get knocked off at all?

 

[JonoUK]

I don't know how to change the bulbs on the leon, but on previous cars it's been possible to put the bulb in, in a way you think is straight..and it clips in ok, but when you come to use the lights the beam's all over the place and needs to be reseated.

Maybe best to do it when you can see where the beam's going (which means somewhere around night )?

 

[Michael B]

I ordered these so will be interesting to see what the result is.. also im disapointed int he colour of the sidelights, its a very dull yellow colour, free with any bulbs you order are white sidelights, so thats a bonus too.. ill report back my findings when they arrive..

 

[hon_n_gem]

yeah the free sidelights are mich whiter than the originals....you will be very happy with them!

 

[Michael B]

Cool, these arrived today, cant wait to get my bulbs and sidlights fitted.. Will come back with the results later..

 

[Michael B]

Delighted with the light given off these bulbs! A definite improvement.. No regrets spending the £30 at all..

 

[hon_n_gem]

yep! very good mod for £30!

 

[techno]

Will order some they sound like a very cheap mod to me

 

[processpaul]

Halfords are doing their super brilliance bulb with buy one get one free so they willl be cheaper than ebay or mail order.

I have these 50% brighter ones in my Altea they make a huge difference to standard ones.

Changing the bulbs is quite easy if you have small hands and have done ones on golfs before.

First slide the metal clips that hold the plastic covers on outwards and remove the cover.
Then push the clip on the bulb in towards the front of the car
Then slide it left or right cant remember which!


cheers