Date:         Thu, 22 Dec 2005 09:03:40 -0800
Reply-To:     Bruce Nadig <motorbruce@HOTMAIL.COM>
Sender:       Vanagon Mailing List <vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com>
From:         Bruce Nadig <motorbruce@HOTMAIL.COM>
Subject:      Re: Upgrading Projectzwo Bulbs to 100w and/or Yellow
Comments: To: gronski@GMAIL.COM
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Chris,

Good questions.

I have the ProjektZwo fogs on my '87 GL.

All of my wiring is 10 gauge with individual relays for each side (not one
relay for the whole circuit) and in-line fuses. Make sure your wiring is up
to snuff.

I am currently running 100w bulbs in my ProjektZwo fog lights. The results
are amazing. Very low flat beam of light spread far to both the left and
right. Low enough to stay out of eyes.

One problem I have had at 100w is that bulbs tend to burn out
semi-frequently. I have found changing the bulbs to be just a bit of a pain
in the ass, but worth it for the extra light.

No answer on yellow bulbs.

As for protective covers for the lenses, I have hesitated on that one.
Especially with high wattage bulbs, I worry about the heat they create. I
worry that if I put some sort of protective film on the lenses then then
won't be able to shed hear efficiency and they may crack. I base this on no
scientific evidence or anecdotal evidence. It is simply an irrational fear
that I have. O.K., make fun of me.

Good luck!

A Safe & Happy Holiday Season To You & Your Family,
Bruce
motorbruce@hotail.com


>From: Christopher Gronski <gronski@GMAIL.COM>
>Reply-To: Christopher Gronski <gronski@GMAIL.COM>
>To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
>Subject: Upgrading Projectzwo Bulbs to 100w and/or Yellow
>Date: Thu, 22 Dec 2005 07:41:08 -0500
>
>Has anyone upgraded the bulbs in their Projectzwo fog lights? I
>understand the existing bulbs are EIKO 01005 H2 12V 55W. I would like
>to go brighter and/or yellow for fog.
>
>My plan is this: Wire the Projectzwo fog lights to the second lamp
>position (the driving lights position) so that they come on sans
>headlights for use in fog. My question is:
>
>1) Is upgrading from 55w to 100w working across purposes if the intent
>is a fog light (ie: brighter is not better)?
>
>2) Does anyone know of an yellow H2 bulb? I've seen these in other
>sizes but not H2?
>
>3) Has anyone seen a protective lens covering (like the 3M stuff) in
>yellow that would also tint the light?
>
>Any help is appreciated...
>Chris