Headlamp upgrades

[dj_efk]

Anyone on here got some suggestions for upgrading the headlamps on coupes? I'm in the UK but am sure any tips are transferable.

Thanks

 

[Stevehose]

If you add a relay circuit to the low beams they will be brighter - and safer.

http://www.e9coupe.com/forum/showthread.php?t=7959

 

[pmansson]

More and thicker wires, and

relays will dramatically improve the llighting.
I use Cibie CSR which are the best 5.75" lights that money can buy.

 

[deQuincey]

steve,

what do you mean ? that the low beams are not relayed ?
how are they connected when fitted in the factory ?

regards

 

[Stevehose]

Low beams are not relayed and are wired from the battery up through the headlight switch then to the arm on the steering colum then back to the lights. Lots of current going through the dash and as wires get older they gain resistance. Relaying and shortening the length of wire (and/or adding heavier gauge wires) will not only make them brighter from the added voltage but also safer to no have the fire hazard running through the interior. Adding fuses is also good to do.

steve,

what do you mean ? that the low beams are not relayed ?
how are they connected when fitted in the factory ?

regards