IS this Normal? HID
 

I need to run the engine for the HID light to come on? If I just turn the ignition a bit to get power, the light is either weak or doesn't come on (sometimes)?

Does the ballast needs the extar power?

TIA

I don't think what you're experiencing is normal. My HID's come on full blast with the key in the 'on' position.

This happened once...also, is there a very fast (barely noticeable) flickering?

It's normal to get the flicker when you first switch them on. The flicker goes like this: bright flash, lights go dimmer than normal, and then over the course of about 5 seconds they warm up to full brightness.

bump....need other opinions please!

That's what my driver's side was doing before the ballast went completely out and I replaced it. If it's both sides, I can't imagine both ballasts going bad at the same time.

it was actually one side.....

Cheap as the kits are, I would buy a whole 'nother kit. So you have some spares.

I had a ballast go bad on me and sourced a replacement for $40.

Mine only work with the motor running. I have the kit from Vertex, & that's how they have worked since installation.

You can only turn on your headlights with with key in the ignition at "ON" position or engine running.

any opinoins on the following thread:

https://rennlist.com/forums/showthre...=384111&page=2

I believe that I have had HID's about as long as you have (not very long). I have had that happen on occasion. I believe that it is because my battery was run down. I run 2 amps for my audio system and it is just about always on, especially when working on the car.