3000k HID in some KC fogs

elblako91 · 11-01-2009, 10:31 AM

I just ordered a pair of KC 26 series fog lights and i was wondering if i put some 3000k HID's in them would it blind on coming traffic since they are going to be super low. Any input. Here are some pics of what I'm planning on doing.

Random image from google with the 3000K HID for color reference

The KC's i ordered-

Heres where i want to place them on the yota (under the lowest cross bar of the bar grill)-

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elblako91 · 11-02-2009, 08:03 AM

No one has done this??

Elton · 11-02-2009, 09:50 AM

if they look anything annoying like the first pic ill be sure to give you flash with my lightforce 170s

elblako91 · 11-02-2009, 02:03 PM

Keep in mind though that those lights in the first pic do not have the diffused light pattern that the KC fogs are so thats kind of why I'm asking the question. If it turns out to blind people then i won't bother with this idea.

rowdy235 · 11-02-2009, 03:37 PM

The law (at least here in Oregon) states that when approaching another vehicle, you must dim your headlights as well as turning off all auxiliary lights, this includes fog lights. Most vehicles come with the fogs prewired to the low beam (as my jeep does), so its not likely with a stock-like fog setup you'll get any trouble. However, throw some super bright HID's under there and I'll bet you're in for a ticket. I'll bet money them KC's aren't street legal.

mastacox · 11-02-2009, 03:41 PM

You definitely can't use HID fog lights with oncoming traffic without a proper cutoff, they would be way too blinding- for use on empty roads only.

elblako91 · 11-02-2009, 03:42 PM

Ok I leave them with the regular bulbs and see how they work out.
THanks guys.

michalik_piotr · 11-02-2009, 03:45 PM

thats a lexus is300 which has yellow lenses NOT hid in the fogs. what you want to do will prolly be fine if aimed way low.............but in the end, prolly still annoying to oncoming traffic.

elblako91 · 11-02-2009, 03:58 PM

Your right. The IS300 does come with ion crystalized bulbs in them but this dude in the pic put a 3000k HID kit. I'll just leave it the way it is. Thanks guys.

11-02-2009, 08:03 AM	#2 (permalink)
elblako91 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Posts: 300	No one has done this?? __________________ '92 Yota 5 Speed V6 4X4 5,000 ORIGINAL MILES New 32X11.50 all terrains and some Bright lights. :)

11-02-2009, 09:50 AM	#3 (permalink)
Elton Contributing Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Siletz,Oregon Posts: 10,663	if they look anything annoying like the first pic ill be sure to give you flash with my lightforce 170s __________________ My Truck 98 4runner SR5 3.4L 5spd 4x4 E-Locker Mods Mom 07 Tundra d-cab limited 5.7L 4x4 auto sister 92 pickup SR5 X-cab 3.0L 5spd 4x4 Papa 89 Pickup SR5 X-cab 4x4 3.0L 5spd/98 4runner SR5 4x4 auto 3.4L R.I.P 91 4runner SR5 4x4 3.0L 5spd Totaled 5/13/06 My Wreck

11-02-2009, 02:03 PM	#4 (permalink)
elblako91 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Posts: 300	Keep in mind though that those lights in the first pic do not have the diffused light pattern that the KC fogs are so thats kind of why I'm asking the question. If it turns out to blind people then i won't bother with this idea. __________________ '92 Yota 5 Speed V6 4X4 5,000 ORIGINAL MILES New 32X11.50 all terrains and some Bright lights. :)

11-02-2009, 03:37 PM	#5 (permalink)
rowdy235 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Sweet Home, OR Posts: 1,563	The law (at least here in Oregon) states that when approaching another vehicle, you must dim your headlights as well as turning off all auxiliary lights, this includes fog lights. Most vehicles come with the fogs prewired to the low beam (as my jeep does), so its not likely with a stock-like fog setup you'll get any trouble. However, throw some super bright HID's under there and I'll bet you're in for a ticket. I'll bet money them KC's aren't street legal. __________________ The Daily Driver: 1998 Tacoma \| Regular Cab \| 4WD \| 2.7L \| 5-Speed Stick \| Mostly Stock The People-Hauler 1988 Grand Wagoneer \| SUV \| 4WD \| AMC 360 \| 3-Speed Auto \| All Stock The Dump Runner 1982 Pickup \| Regular Cab \| 2WD \| 22R \| 5-Speed Stick \| Custom Exhaust FER SALE! http://www.yotatech.com/f108/1982-sh.../#post51229916

11-02-2009, 03:41 PM	#6 (permalink)
mastacox Contributing Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Los Alamos, NM Posts: 2,652	You definitely can't use HID fog lights with oncoming traffic without a proper cutoff, they would be way too blinding- for use on empty roads only. __________________ Brian 1998 4Runner SR5

11-02-2009, 03:42 PM	#7 (permalink)
elblako91 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Posts: 300	Ok I leave them with the regular bulbs and see how they work out. THanks guys. __________________ '92 Yota 5 Speed V6 4X4 5,000 ORIGINAL MILES New 32X11.50 all terrains and some Bright lights. :)

11-02-2009, 03:45 PM	#8 (permalink)
michalik_piotr Registered User Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Seattle Posts: 530	thats a lexus is300 which has yellow lenses NOT hid in the fogs. what you want to do will prolly be fine if aimed way low.............but in the end, prolly still annoying to oncoming traffic. __________________ 1985 4runner sr5 - 5spd, 22re..........sold 2000 4runner Limited - rear locker, TJM, Alpine, Hella, Optilux, Yakima, LC rims w/ 255/85s, 1" RB BL, tint by Skyline, 1st gen roll bar (Hi Lift, MagLite, Fire ex), Optima YT, HID. 2000 Ducati M900, Ohlins, Acerbis, Vortex, Yoyodyne, Michelin, NGK, RR, CRG, RK, ARC Fab, Brembo, Odyssey, Afam, Luis Viton seat, custom paint. RIP Bella: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3oC8apXrNRI Welcome Lucifer: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5hbip7xYtYA

11-02-2009, 03:58 PM	#9 (permalink)
elblako91 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Posts: 300	Your right. The IS300 does come with ion crystalized bulbs in them but this dude in the pic put a 3000k HID kit. I'll just leave it the way it is. Thanks guys. __________________ '92 Yota 5 Speed V6 4X4 5,000 ORIGINAL MILES New 32X11.50 all terrains and some Bright lights. :)

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