993C4Smontreal

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

NP993

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

993C4Smontreal

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

NP993

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.

993C4Smontreal

bump....need other opinions please!

Terry Adams

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.

993C4Smontreal

it was actually one side.....

Terry Adams

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

NP993

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

Sooner

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

Robin 993DX

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

993C4Smontreal

any opinoins on the following thread:

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

richardew

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.