angels eyes

[trulankan]

i'm thinking of getting angel eyes for my car (the Orion v2 LEDs). I've looked around and apparently it costs $200 to install them. They have a rating of about 200K hours. For those that have had them for a few years now (3 or more), are they still bright now? Has it died yet for any of u guys?

Also, how does it look at night with HIDs turned on as well? Are they still visible or are they only useful for daytime use? I'm pretty sure they wouldnt be bright enough on their own at night right?

Are they worth it overall?

[mazdaskit]

If you look at mine I had ccfl ones and I've had them for 4 years now and still going, the install is easy if your good with tools

[Impressive]

They're still visible with HIDs on, and no they are not bright enough on their own as they don't reflect light at all basically. The LEDs will last you a very long time and they're also brighter than the CCFL ones most of us have.

Message Stoked and ask to see his set, as I know he's got LED Angel Eyes and they're hella bright!

[McGuyver_3]

I have done a fare share of instals on the angel eyes and have come across the ballasts burning out rather then anything else being a problem. the brightness is generally controlled by the ballasts though

[JonsMazda]

i'm thinking of getting angel eyes for my car (the Orion v2 LEDs). I've looked around and apparently it costs $200 to install them. They have a rating of about 200K hours. For those that have had them for a few years now (3 or more), are they still bright now? Has it died yet for any of u guys?

Also, how does it look at night with HIDs turned on as well? Are they still visible or are they only useful for daytime use? I'm pretty sure they wouldnt be bright enough on their own at night right?

Are they worth it overall?

Have them for 5 years and still going strong :D

[trulankan]

great, thanks for the feedback guys...I wanna get these soon.

[Lactose]

Has anyone done this on 2011 lights? I plan on getting them as well, but don't want to do the install myself. Is it still really expensive to get done? And anyone got some pics?

[McGuyver_3]

2010 and up is still a little tricky. It can be done but has a higher price then the previous gens until I fix the flaws

[Jackal]

i'm thinking of getting angel eyes for my car (the Orion v2 LEDs). I've looked around and apparently it costs $200 to install them. They have a rating of about 200K hours. For those that have had them for a few years now (3 or more), are they still bright now? Has it died yet for any of u guys?

Also, how does it look at night with HIDs turned on as well? Are they still visible or are they only useful for daytime use? I'm pretty sure they wouldnt be bright enough on their own at night right?

Are they worth it overall?

Are you buying them local or online?
Is the $200 for the angel eyes and install or install only? If install only that's steep.

[Mitchell3]

^ Install only, via McGuyver at least. I believe other places would probably charge more.

[McGuyver_3]

Are you buying them local or online?
Is the $200 for the angel eyes and install or install only? If install only that's steep.

2004-2009 models 200$ for instal is more then fair. It is a 3-4 hour process even with the oven.
The 2010's are still a learning curve for me. If you do not believe me then contact celestspeed3. I did his headlights and it took 3 attempts to get them to be leak free. the process to get them to the stage of leak free took about 6 hours total and I am NOT BS'ing

[Jackal]

How much for the angel eyes?

[Impressive]

2004-2009 models 200$ for instal is more then fair. It is a 3-4 hour process even with the oven.
The 2010's are still a learning curve for me. If you do not believe me then contact celestspeed3. I did his headlights and it took 3 attempts to get them to be leak free. the process to get them to the stage of leak free took about 6 hours total and I am NOT BS'ing

+1 on the fair price.

Jackal, you can get CCFL Angel Eyes for first generation models for ~$100, however I think TRS would be the best place to get Angel Eyes for your gen. Pricing shouldn't be significantly more for the rings themselves than on the 2004-2009 models.

[Jackal]

2004-2009 models 200$ for instal is more then fair. It is a 3-4 hour process even with the oven.
The 2010's are still a learning curve for me. If you do not believe me then contact celestspeed3. I did his headlights and it took 3 attempts to get them to be leak free. the process to get them to the stage of leak free took about 6 hours total and I am NOT BS'ing

6 hours to install wow.
I wonder if these would be easier to install on a 2010+. A bit pricier than the $100 mentioned. Can get a harness for it too for $29.99.

http://www.umnitza.com/predator-orionsuptmsup-v2-angel-eyes-mazda3-2010-p-5843.html

[loosecannon]

I have Angel Eyes in my 2010, however I still have a leak which I need to address.


6 hours to install wow.
I wonder if these would be easier to install on a 2010+. A bit pricier than the $100 mentioned. Can get a harness for it too for $29.99.

http://www.umnitza.com/predator-orionsuptmsup-v2-angel-eyes-mazda3-2010-p-5843.html

From the horror stories I heard about Umnitza, I don't know if I can trust them with my money...

[trulankan]

there are these "chromium" type on sale right now for $99 (reg $249!) from the same manufacturer as the Orion v2: http://www.umnitza.com/mazda3-predator-chromium™-angel-eyes-p-320.html

is this a gas-based one similar to the CFLs? would it be less bright than the LED?

[trulankan]

the orion v2 LEDS for first gen are here: http://www.umnitza.com/predator-orionsuptmsup-v2-angel-eyes-mazda3-p-5811.html

basically same price as the new ones for 2010+ lol

[trulankan]

I have Angel Eyes in my 2010, however I still have a leak which I need to address.



From the horror stories I heard about Umnitza, I don't know if I can trust them with my money...

horror stories...doesn't sound too assuring :S what kind of stories? what do u mean by leak? Do you have the CFL ones?

[trulankan]

video link, looks sick: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0nVLkCQYo9Q

[S.F.W.]

horror stories...doesn't sound too assuring :S what kind of stories? what do u mean by leak? Do you have the CFL ones?
lots of negative history with Umnitza on other boards.

[S.F.W.]

6 hours to install wow.
I wonder if these would be easier to install on a 2010+. A bit pricier than the $100 mentioned. Can get a harness for it too for $29.99.

http://www.umnitza.com/predator-orionsuptmsup-v2-angel-eyes-mazda3-2010-p-5843.html

I doubt the install would be much easier. It is the baking open, re-sealing, then baking again that takes a fair bit of time. That and the wiring.

[trulankan]

lots of negative history with Umnitza on other boards.

so would another brand be better to go with then?

[trulankan]

mcguyver says the chromium ones are good quality so ill go with those. plus they are brighter than the LEDs apparently.

[trulankan]

anyone know where dan is?

[S.F.W.]

anyone know where dan is?
he was online last 6/21, have you tried pm'ing him ? Also there are other shops offering Angel Eye installation now, so you have options.

[Lactose]

he was online last 6/21, have you tried pm'ing him ? Also there are other shops offering Angel Eye installation now, so you have options.

Which stores offer installations on the Angel eyes for 2010+? or were you stating only for Gen 1s

[S.F.W.]

Check with ridgeway auto

[trulankan]

cool, i'll check them out...anyone else get it done at Ridgeway?

[mounir]

cool, i'll check them out...anyone else get it done at Ridgeway?

I have, on my '07. They did a flawless job.

[trulankan]

I have, on my '07. They did a flawless job.

good to hear :)

[remkye08]

http://i49.tinypic.com/elkk3.jpg

just finished mine :) it saves a lot of time if u can find an extra pair of cheap headlights on craiglist

[trulankan]

yeah i found a guy via google that can do the install for $100 if I take out the headlights myself or $200 if he has to do it. Basically the same price as McGuyver. I'll see what Ridgeway has to say when I go down.

[JSharrmz]

so whats the verdict on where to get the angel eyes done and the price that it will cost?

[trulankan]

so whats the verdict on where to get the angel eyes done and the price that it will cost?

I would say Ridgeway Automotive is the place to go to get it done at the moment. I've called a bunch of places and hardly anyone does the install. The price is gonna be $200.

[trulankan]

u can check out this guy as well: http://www.torontocustomlights.com/index.php?page=cars

he said he can do it for $100 if you can remove the lights yourself and bring it to him. worth a shot if u know how to and want to save the money.

[Hyperion]

Hell, come to me and I'll take them out for $25 lol
He's breaking that down disproportionately.

[JSharrmz]

I would say Ridgeway Automotive is the place to go to get it done at the moment. I've called a bunch of places and hardly anyone does the install. The price is gonna be $200.

So 200 including the halo kit? can you decide on colors as well like ccfl blue or white? And my buddy told me about a guy named mcguiver? He still do it?

[JSharrmz]

u can check out this guy as well: http://www.torontocustomlights.com/index.php?page=cars

he said he can do it for $100 if you can remove the lights yourself and bring it to him. worth a shot if u know how to and want to save the money.

Does this guy include the kit as well? I'll for sure check him out though thanks bro

[trulankan]

So 200 including the halo kit? can you decide on colors as well like ccfl blue or white? And my buddy told me about a guy named mcguiver? He still do it?

lol no its $200 just for the install...the actual CCFls are around $100 or less, the LEDs are usually $150. angels eyes are a pricey mod due to the labour cost of getting them installed (it takes 4 hours to do). its sucks but thats the reality. i think they look great tho and are worth the cost. ill post up pics once I get them installed (was supposed to get it done last weekend but couldnt make it)

[trulankan]

also yes they do come in different colours from what i've seen...ive tried contacting mcguyver as he has the most experience doing it but he cannot be reached so I im going with ridgeway auto.

[Lactose]

u can check out this guy as well: http://www.torontocustomlights.com/index.php?page=cars

he said he can do it for $100 if you can remove the lights yourself and bring it to him. worth a shot if u know how to and want to save the money.

Seems a little too good to be true. Wonder how much Ridgeway would charge for gen 2s.

[trulankan]

Seems a little too good to be true. Wonder how much Ridgeway would charge for gen 2s.

not sure but its worth asking, might be a bit more since the headlights are shaped much different

[applepeel]

if its 200 for labour, I'd honestly just take a day off where you are free and do it yourself. Took me a total of just under 6 hours, and I work pretty slow.

I did it myself and sealed it with more silicone after. No leaks, condensation etc.

Bought my CCFL angel eyes off ebay for under $50..I think it was $42? I love the way they look...only issue I had was with the glue that i used. Asked my dad for the strongest glue we had and he gave me some epoxy stuff that he said was the sh*t. Turns out it was just that;sh*t. LOL.

Use extra 3M tape and you'd be good to go. I only have one angel eye falling off that I have been to lazy to fix.

[trulankan]

if its 200 for labour, I'd honestly just take a day off where you are free and do it yourself. Took me a total of just under 6 hours, and I work pretty slow.

I did it myself and sealed it with more silicone after. No leaks, condensation etc.

Bought my CCFL angel eyes off ebay for under $50..I think it was $42? I love the way they look...only issue I had was with the glue that i used. Asked my dad for the strongest glue we had and he gave me some epoxy stuff that he said was the sh*t. Turns out it was just that;sh*t. LOL.

Use extra 3M tape and you'd be good to go. I only have one angel eye falling off that I have been to lazy to fix.

i would if I had the skill and patience but i dont lol

[Savage204]

i have the orion v2 in my 2010 mazda 3. they look great but i was a huge pain the ass. but i am happy with the with overall look. i highly suggest if u are not comfortable in doing it your self then pay the extra bucks to get someone to do. i live in winnipeg so i had to do them my self and i used the heat gun method. which is not as easy as the guides make it look. i have had them since aug 2011 and i had to reopen both my headlights since to fix condensation issues and one of the halo rights fell off because there is no clipping system to secure them to the headlight. u are pretty much stuck using a an adhesive/glue and one of my high beams ring has shifted already. its also very important lining the high beam rings up so they are not on an angle. also with the orion v2 lights u need to cut and splice the wires to the wiring harness and then u need to find a wire to tap for constant power. i had a friend reluctantly help me. defiantly a 2 person job

[Savage204]

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