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Retrofit #2 Completed: Installed part 1

LightWerkz 10-15-2006 07:24 PM

TSX Retrofit Completed: Installed
This is for one of the members here on the forums. As a part of my service I also properly aim the projectors. This requires me putting them on my car to make sure everything is 100% functional. This setup is really sweet because with this shroud, you cannot see the projector, screws, and everything else used to mount the projector in the reflector. The 3" BMW shrouds had to be trimmed ALOT, and then repainted. It really was alot of work and im ehxuasted. Everything worked out OK though....tough job I tell you..

The end result speaks for itself though.

The components used:

TSX Projectors, color modded
STi HID Headlamps with fully functional leveling motor
BMW 3" shrouds that had to be cutom fitted and mounted
BRAND NEW Philips D2S bulbs

Setup like this one ran the customer $575 (Not including shipping/paypal fees) plus trade for OEM STI HID headlamps in good condition.

Let me know what you think...

[IMG]http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y158/Czar654321/retrofit/retro21.jpg[/IMG]

[IMG]http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y158/Czar654321/retrofit/retrofit2-1.jpg[/IMG]

[IMG]http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y158/Czar654321/retrofit/retrofit2-2.jpg[/IMG]

[IMG]http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y158/Czar654321/retrofit/retrofit2-3.jpg[/IMG]

[IMG]http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y158/Czar654321/retrofit/retrofit2-4.jpg[/IMG]

[IMG]http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y158/Czar654321/retrofit/retrofit2-5.jpg[/IMG]

[IMG]http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y158/Czar654321/retrofit/retrofit2-6.jpg[/IMG]
gqchynaboy 10-15-2006 07:27 PM

What paint is that, amost has the chrome effect. Oh ya thanks for the Corona bottle cap!
JBravo920 10-15-2006 07:29 PM

So could a setup like this one not be done without the STi leveling heaglights?
nicmowrx 10-15-2006 07:31 PM

do a set of 06's for me
gqchynaboy 10-15-2006 07:34 PM

[QUOTE=JBravo920;15621742]So could a setup like this one not be done without the STi leveling heaglights?[/QUOTE]


Yes it can, because I did it on my 05 WRX, but you will need to build a wire harness to connect the ballast.
fasterthanrayswrx 10-15-2006 07:40 PM

So the projectors can be adjustied in car like the stock ones?
semaj 10-15-2006 07:59 PM

[QUOTE=nicmowrx;15621756]do a set of 06's for me[/QUOTE]

What's wrong with the stock projectors?
LightWerkz 10-15-2006 08:21 PM

[quote=fasterthanrayswrx;15621843]So the projectors can be adjustied in car like the stock ones?[/quote]

If you read the post you would have your answer :)
LightWerkz 10-15-2006 08:21 PM

[quote=semaj;15622034]What's wrong with the stock projectors?[/quote]

They arent that great, however they are projectors!
semaj 10-15-2006 09:11 PM

[QUOTE=LightWerkz;15622308]They arent that great, however they are projectors![/QUOTE]

'06 projectors aren't that great? I have actually heard the opposite. :confused:
fasterthanrayswrx 10-15-2006 09:13 PM

[QUOTE=LightWerkz;15622302]If you read the post you would have your answer :)[/QUOTE]

Oh ok. I wasn't sure what you meant. I thought maybe that was just a list of what you used to make the lights, not what it was.
LightWerkz 10-15-2006 09:22 PM

[quote=semaj;15622866]'06 projectors aren't that great? I have actually heard the opposite. :confused:[/quote]

Projectors will always be superior to reflectors, and thats the bottom line.

I cant say they are crap, but they sure arent as good as the TSX for example.
semaj 10-15-2006 10:08 PM

[QUOTE=LightWerkz;15623017]Projectors will always be superior to reflectors, and thats the bottom line.

I cant say they are crap, but they sure arent as good as the TSX for example.[/QUOTE]

Ok, I got ya...yes the TSX's are nice.
LightWerkz 10-15-2006 11:37 PM

Anyone got a picture of 06 light output?
semaj 10-15-2006 11:38 PM

[QUOTE=LightWerkz;15624512]Anyone got a picture of 06 light output?[/QUOTE]

I don't have OEM bulbs, but I have Osram Rallye 65W H7 bulbs...here is my quick pic:

[IMG]http://i66.photobucket.com/albums/h257/jaubert/06lights.jpg[/IMG]
Hank3 10-15-2006 11:50 PM

[QUOTE=LightWerkz;15624512]Anyone got a picture of 06 light output?[/QUOTE]

Taken from an '06 WRX TR - don't know if the camera was set on a different setting. Either the glare is above the cutoff line is from putting in an aftermarket HID kit or from a longer exposure setting:

[url]http://forums.nasioc.com/forums/showpost.php?p=15589985&postcount=7[/url]
BiggSean 10-16-2006 02:40 AM

Nice, this is EXACTLY what I would like to do on my 05 Wagon. Do I have to track down a set of STI headlights or could you make due with my OEM wrx headlight housings? I plan on purchasing an aftermarket HID kit.
LightWerkz 10-16-2006 07:51 AM

BiggSean - PM'd you to discuss....

I can do it with your OEM WRX lamps, we just need to source out an OEM HID kit, preferably from Nissan/Subaru...

No aftermarket kit will work...
LightWerkz 10-16-2006 07:52 AM

Not bad..not bad at all.

[quote=Hank3;15624650]Taken from an '06 WRX TR - don't know if the camera was set on a different setting. Either the glare is above the cutoff line is from putting in an aftermarket HID kit or from a longer exposure setting:

[URL]http://forums.nasioc.com/forums/showpost.php?p=15589985&postcount=7[/URL][/quote]

Here is some of the Retrofit...

[IMG]http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y158/Czar654321/retrofit/macretro6.jpg[/IMG]

[IMG]http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y158/Czar654321/retrofit/macretro5.jpg[/IMG]
digitalboy40 10-16-2006 07:52 AM

I read on one of your other posts that you have yet to do a bugeye. I would be very interested but am interested as to how it would come out. Is there any way you can photoshop a set of bugeye lights to look similar to what you'd be doing?
LightWerkz 10-16-2006 07:54 AM

I am not that great with photoshop, but maybe someone else can try?
LightWerkz 10-16-2006 08:12 PM

I might have an EDM bug eye retrofit coming soon!

Stay tuned..
paulmofyourhand 10-17-2006 01:13 AM

looks great!!!

do you have any progress pictures of the my04sti /tsx retrofit?

and not sure if it was this thread, you said you retained the stock leveler system?! im very interseted in more pics :)
LightWerkz 10-17-2006 08:47 AM

Yes since the projector is mounted to the reflector, all stock aiming screws and leveling motor on the STi are fully functional.

I dont have many progress pictures...
paulmofyourhand 10-17-2006 12:53 PM

how tight is the fit?

im thinking about a set of M3 projectors , and do you think that would be too big? or just source for the tsx/s2k favorites?
LightWerkz 10-17-2006 02:19 PM

The fitment is only enough to fit the size of TSX projetors. They JUST make it...so do the shrouds. I have to modify the inner housing alittle bit too...it was a tough project. However this is what works, and this shrouds covers everything up too, so I think this setup is perfect.
vwown3d 10-17-2006 08:44 PM

hey, any chance you can give me the measurements of the outter diameter of the lights. want to see if my shrouds will fit tsx projectors.
thanks!
LightWerkz 10-17-2006 11:00 PM

It all depends how far you want to place the projector in. Keep in mind the further back hidden it is, the further it sticks out the back...

I had to extend the housing about 2 inches, and cover it with a cap.

[IMG]http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y158/Czar654321/retrofit/retrofitcap1.jpg[/IMG]

[IMG]http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y158/Czar654321/retrofit/retrofitcap.jpg[/IMG]

What shroud do you have?

I had to modify the shroud, as well as the innner housing so it wouldnt rub. Its alot of trimming and fitting. However I am extremely pleased with the results.

If you notice the 3" shroud BARELY fits....it had to be modfied in many ways. We have such a small amount of room to work in there is NO room for mistakes.

Check out this picture to see how close it is...

[IMG]http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y158/Czar654321/retrofit/retrofitcap2.jpg[/IMG]
paulmofyourhand 10-18-2006 01:41 PM

those pics are great! thanks for sharing.


i have those exact shrouds.
BiggSean 10-18-2006 01:43 PM

So I guess i'm going to be the next guy taking the plunge with this setup. I'm sending out my headlights tomorrw to get retrofitted ;)
Siper2 10-18-2006 01:51 PM

Next up, we need 1997-2001 lights.

:)
LightWerkz 10-18-2006 01:58 PM

[quote=BiggSean;15659734]So I guess i'm going to be the next guy taking the plunge with this setup. I'm sending out my headlights tomorrw to get retrofitted ;)[/quote]

Cant wait !

I got everything coming in the mail... :banana:
paulmofyourhand 10-18-2006 03:06 PM

ygpm LightWerkz
BiggSean 10-18-2006 04:41 PM

PM me with your address and i'll ship this babies out today.
LightWerkz 10-18-2006 04:54 PM

Here are some newer pictures from earlier today...


[IMG]http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y158/Czar654321/retrofit/daewooretro8.jpg[/IMG]

[IMG]http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y158/Czar654321/retrofit/daewooretro7.jpg[/IMG]

[IMG]http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y158/Czar654321/retrofit/daewooretro6.jpg[/IMG]

[IMG]http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y158/Czar654321/retrofit/daewooretro5.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y158/Czar654321/retrofit/daewooretro2.jpg[/IMG]
LightWerkz 10-18-2006 08:52 PM

Few more...

[IMG]http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y158/Czar654321/retrofit/colormod1.jpg[/IMG]

[IMG]http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y158/Czar654321/retrofit/colormod2.jpg[/IMG]

[IMG]http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y158/Czar654321/retrofit/colormod3.jpg[/IMG]
InvertedB 10-19-2006 12:13 AM

What kind of bulbs are in the parking lights on there? They are really white.
LightWerkz 10-19-2006 08:00 AM

194 9 LED Hyperwhite Parking lamps.
vtecTHIS 10-19-2006 12:38 PM

nice stuff. i like the setup on the white car on your site, all black looks mean as hell
vtecTHIS 10-19-2006 12:38 PM

nice stuff. i like the setup on the white car on your site, all black looks mean as hell
LightWerkz 10-19-2006 01:16 PM

Thanks for the comments!
BriGuy 10-19-2006 03:21 PM

[QUOTE=LightWerkz;15669718]194 9 LED Hyperwhite Parking lamps.[/QUOTE]

These are the same ones you are putting in my head lights that you were telling me about?
LightWerkz 10-19-2006 03:32 PM

Yes if you still want them, or are they not your cup of tea?
BriGuy 10-19-2006 03:39 PM

luuuuuuuuuuuuuuuv em
BiggSean 10-19-2006 03:55 PM

Hmmm....Caeser, what would recommend for my parking light/turn signal bulbs?
Mr Kleen 10-19-2006 10:59 PM

you would have to show pix of a install on a black Impreza, wouldn't you... :mad:
start doing crap work so I can stop wanting a pair of these! :lol:
LightWerkz 10-19-2006 11:23 PM

Im sorry!

I can photoshop to blue ;)
SpDRcrWrex 10-20-2006 12:22 PM

so for a 05 wrx

wrx or sti headlight housing

sti ballasts with harness
sti autoleveling switch

what else?
oh and you have directions on how to wire leveling switch to wrx?

this is awesome, gonna have to get all the parts together
LightWerkz 10-20-2006 01:33 PM

You can use either housing.

You dont need the leveling motor, and this can only be used on STi housings.

I dont have any wiring directions.

Let me know.
calib17a 10-31-2006 10:47 AM

emailed and pm'd you.
Knightmare69 10-31-2006 01:45 PM

I have a set of MB S-500 headlights with HID's could you do this retrofit into 04-05 WRX and what's the cost and turn around time?
Theblack 10-31-2006 01:52 PM

Could you PM me the Final Price... i Am very intrested in this
toadie 10-31-2006 02:59 PM

where do you get 9 LED 194 Parking Lights? I checked autolumination but didnt see them there.
calib17a 10-31-2006 06:33 PM

quote by Lightwerkz[QUOTE]Setup like this one ran the customer $575 (Not including shipping/paypal fees) plus trade for OEM STI HID headlamps in good condition.[/QUOTE]
I have an 04 STi, headlights are in good condition.

Just trying to find out total costs. UPS ground shipping to Clifton, NJ is $27.48 for a 30 lb package shipped to CA, my zip calcuated on ups.com is $32.30 + insurance for full value. 3% Paypal fees for $575 + $32.30 = 607.30 is 18.22 So this should run me approximately $625.52 without the cost of insurance and would adjust according to weight as I am just estimating for calculation purposes. This is also without the cost of me shipping + insurance to you.

Sounds about right?
LightWerkz 10-31-2006 07:05 PM

Headlamps only weigh 15lbs at most....

I am not doing swaps anymore, you send me the lamps, and have to wait about a weeks time.

I have a waiting list published on my site....

For 04/05 STI owners, its 600 plus shipping/paypal fees. If you do not have an STi (meaning no stock HID kit) I can source those out for you as well.

For everyone who is asking for prices, they are listed on my site. Currently im working with the BMW Shrouds/Bezels and TSX projectors because the fitment is like stock with a few modifications..

Caesar
[url]www.lightwerkz.net[/url]
Custom Headlamp Solutions
paulmofyourhand 10-31-2006 09:04 PM

props for the nice layout of the site.
LightWerkz 10-31-2006 10:14 PM

Thanks....hopefully its easy to use..
BiggSean 11-01-2006 01:49 AM

For those on the fence about doing this mod, I just got my retrofits installed in my 05 Wagon. I believe this is the first WRX to have undertaken this mod by Caesar. The results are absolutely incredible. I LOVE THIS MOD!!!!!!! Here is a thread with pictures. I'll be posting up some daytime pics tomorrow.

[url]http://wrxmodders.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=1609&highlight=[/url]
LightWerkz 11-01-2006 08:43 AM

That looks really good on your car Sean. The chrome shrouds really look great.
05 wrx sti 11-01-2006 11:22 AM

i was wondering can the projector light move up and down? on the stock sti we have the head lamp button...from 0 (low/close), 1 , 2 , 3 (high/far)

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