I purchased a pair of standard relays, proper gauge wire, and the 80/100 watt replacements all for four headlights on my 91 Vanagon for a total cost of $44. These are essentially the same parts used by most retailers with the exception of the relays not being manufactured by Bosch. I really appreciate the additional visibility while driving at night and like the fact that I'm getting it without blinding other drivers. Here's a parts list and the places where I got the parts. I'd rate this job as very simple and I'm electrically challenged! Desc Units Unit Price Total Price Vendor HL78179 9004/HB1 100/80w Replacement Bulb - 2 - $10.75 - $21.50 http://www.rallylights.com/ 78140Y H3 110W Yellow Star Replacement Bulb - 2 - $8.06 - $16.12 http://www.rallylights.com/ 12V 30/40A RELAYS W/ DUAL SOCKET & 5 WIRE HARNESS - 1 - $3.98 - $3.98 http://stores.ebay.com/12-Volt-Parts 24" 12# Brown Wire 1 24" 12# Red Wire 1 12# Female Spade Connectors - 16 - $0.15 - $2.40 _______________________________________________________ TOTAL COST $44.00 |
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