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COST of installing HID

Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Accessories and Modifications' started by eco-icon, Aug 30, 2012.

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    how much will it cost for the HID coversion kit plus installation? thanks
     
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    $150 for plug n play. Installing is simple, especially with all the help you can get here.
     
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    If you have to pay for install the cost will be determined by your area. :)
     
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    planning to get it from dealer and have them install it
     
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    im not really good with car fixing/modding
     
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    Here's an excellent video on the installation. Just a little somethin for you to decided whether or not you feel capable doing it yourself and saving some money.

     
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    I don't think a dealer can since it is illegal to install them on a car that doesn't come with them from the factory. Where are you from? I'm sure someone can point you to a good shop that can do the install.
     
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    That's what I thought, but I couldn't remember if they were legal or not. :LOL:
     
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    im from los angeles, ca
     
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    There are thousands of shops in your area that could install them. I don't live down there so I am not familiar with any but I'm sure one of our SoCal members will chime with a recommendation. Kevin and Rodney have a place they usually go to and they seem to do great work judging by their cars. See some of the work they have done here: OCKEVIN'S Prius Plus Build - Tech Day | PriusChat
     
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    thanks fatal:) i'll message them
     
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    They are good guys. They'll send you in the right direction. :)

    Post up pictures when it done and whatever you do PLEASE do not buy a Kelvin rating higher thank 6000K. LOL
     
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    whats recommended? lol
     
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    4300K for max brightness or 5000K for a cooler white look. Blue lights are dumb and not bright. :)
     
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    thanks for the info
     
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    I got my HID lights at Fuzion Teknique in Gardena...you can call them at 310-408-0724 and ask for Alex. I also got the full interior LED lights as well. The HID lights were $100 installed.
     
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    thanks kevin,

    thanks a lot:) how about the interior?
     
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    Give Alex a call and let him know which lights you want done. The cost will vary on how many lights you do.
     
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    got it! thanks, how long is the installation? thanks
     
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    it took less than an hour.