Valeo E-code question.....*pics added*

[TighTT]

So....on the Valeo S4 e-codes:

I know the hole in the bottom is where the OEM balast would go. But what if you are using an aftermarket HID setup and the ballast doesnt fit into the opening? What do you use to close-up the huge opening??

[20A4Audi1.8t01]

I just left mine as is

[TighTT]

I just left mine as is

With a huge hole in the bottom?!?!? I dont want moisture issues.

[Silverstreak98]

The OEM kit is only $270 from hidconcept, works great and fits perfectly in there. If you haven't already bought I would just get that.

I have the OEM kit in mine, and I love it works perfectly and looks like it came that way from that factory.

[onemoremile]

I had the same problem when I switched from RS6 ballasts in halogen housings to S4 housings where those ballasts just didn't fit. I bought an oe set of S4 ballasts, ignitors, and bulbs and used them to seal the holes. My intention was and still is to eventually run the high beams with the S4 stuff and add a 50-55w 4300k low beam setup. Mega lighting.

[onemoremile]

The other option is to cut some plastic and seal it in place but that is kinda hokey. I tried it before buying the S4 electronics and it just didn't work well for me. I used plastic similar to milk jugs and sealed it with RTV but some of the RTV didn't set and got real messy.

[20A4Audi1.8t01]

With a huge hole in the bottom?!?!? I dont want moisture issues.

yeah I have the TYC ecodes mine is sealed off where the ballasts mount. I don't have an open hole havnt had any issues with moisture. but urs is open to the housing????

[TighTT]

Hmmm. I really want a 55 watt kit....so OEM is a no-go. Looks like I need to do more research.

[onemoremile]

This link shows the different ballast types. You need the 5GL style.

Like this .

I think I paid about 200 for the ballasts and ignitors.

[lowestA4]

I have two OEM ballasts for the B5 in stock. Shall I pm you some pictures? These would seal the cutout perfectly (-:

Jens


Aaah ok. Sorry! I just read OEM is a no go for you. Delete my post

[TighTT]

I have two OEM ballasts for the B5 in stock. Shall I pm you some pictures? These would seal the cutout perfectly (-:

Jens


Aaah ok. Sorry! I just read OEM is a no go for you. Delete my post

Pm me anyway....I just might go OEM afterall.

[lowestA4]

Ok. I'll do so tomorrow or on saturday in worst case. We have evening already in germany.

Thx.

[Lazer Viking]

how is the ballast holder different on ecodes then it is on us spec housings ?

because just thinking what mine look like, i dont see a way that would leak

[20A4Audi1.8t01]

exactly I didnt think they were any differant either.

[TighTT]

how is the ballast holder different on ecodes then it is on us spec housings ?

because just thinking what mine look like, i dont see a way that would leak

My car came with two piece headlights....so I cant make comparisons to those. I'm currently running Halogen E-codes with xenons retrofitted on. The new Xenon E-codes have a large hole on the bottom of them where the ballast mounts. This hole leads directly into the housing. My question is:

If one decided to not go the OEM route and buys aftermarket HID's (which have a ballast that are shaped differently than OEM) what covers up this huge (maybe 4 inch X 3 inch) hole?? I think Onemoremile is the only one that understands what I'm saying.

[diegomatrix]

just cover it up. all HID headlight housings come like that w/ the hole for the ballasts.
i think it would be better for you to get the 55w ballasts instead of going for oem ballasts that came w/ the B5. there really is a stark difference in the performance and you'll prolly be regretting/thinking about them after you've gone the oem route.

you can get pieces of plastic from home depot or somewhere, and then bond it to the bottom where the hole is.

[Lazer Viking]

fiberglass it up, if you dont care about permanently modifying the lights

[TighTT]

just cover it up. all HID headlight housings come like that w/ the hole for the ballasts.
i think it would be better for you to get the 55w ballasts instead of going for oem ballasts that came w/ the B5. there really is a stark difference in the performance and you'll prolly be regretting/thinking about them after you've gone the oem route.

you can get pieces of plastic from home depot or somewhere, and then bond it to the bottom where the hole is.

Thats what I figured. Any suggestions as to a good 55 watt kit??

[onemoremile]

the ones i've been looking at are from apexcone. just make sure you get something with good reviews and a solid warranty.

[TighTT]

the ones i've been looking at are from apexcone. just make sure you get something with good reviews and a solid warranty.

Ordered. I'll let you know how they work!

[TighTT]

Here is a pic of the huge hole:

[Flash]

I'd just roll on down to homo depot, buy a piece of thin gauge metal, cut it out with aviation shears, drill some holes and seal with silicone or similar. You could even use lexan that they sell there if it's thick enough.

[TighTT]

I'd just roll on down to homo depot, buy a piece of thin gauge metal, cut it out with aviation shears, drill some holes and seal with silicone or similar. You could even use lexan that they sell there if it's thick enough.

Hmm...Im diggin' the lexan idea. Where in HD to the sell this stuff??

[Bic-Ball]

i had some formica laying around that i cut up, spray painted, and drilled some holes in for zip ties. i sealed it in with caulk



it was a real tight fit underneath, i ended up removing one set of zip ties.

[Flash]

Hmm...Im diggin' the lexan idea. Where in HD to the sell this stuff??

Last time I bought some it was near chain link fence/gate hardware on a back wall somewhere, IIRC. But they had pieces from 1/16 to about 3/8 thickness in sizes all smaller than 4'x4'. You could always phone them up and ask. I've seen it at other hardware stores also, Lowes etc. I've also seen solid (opaque) colored acrylic in larger sheets, but lexan would be better as it's more flexible.