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  • B6 Projector Upgrade

    So my headlights got so bad it was dangerous to drive at night.
    I'd already replaced the stock D1S with new genuine Philips Xtreme Vision so I knew it wasn't the bulbs.

    After some research I discovered that the Valeo projectors inside the headlights are known for burning out at the back, causing light output to drop.

    I bought a set of lightly damaged headlights from a wreck and some plastic welding tools to repair the broken tabs.

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    Bought a set of Aharon Optimus NT projectors for Right Hand Drive (also known as Left Hand Traffic) from Retrofit lab:

    Aharon Optimus NT - Bi-xenon projectors Hella design

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    Cut the headlights open with a dremel in order to access the projector assemblies within:
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    Needed new brackets to mount the new projectors as they are slightly fatter and deeper:
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    Sealed up the headlights with plastic weld staples and Sikaflex 227:
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    Original low beam:
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    Upgraded low beam:
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    Cutoff:
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    Original High beam:
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    Upgraded high beam:
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    Inner shrouds:
    TAOCHIS Car Styling Shrouds Mask for 3.0 inch HELLA 3R G5 Koito Q5 Bi Xenon Projector Lens Retrofit Head Light Volkswagen Tiguan on AliExpress
    Brackets:
    TAOCHIS Adapter frame Head light for VW Volkswagen Magotan Adaptive Frontlighting System AFS Hella 3R G5 Projector lens-in Car Light Accessories from Automobiles & Motorcycles on AliExpress
    Last edited by kamold; 23-11-2019, 02:12 PM.
    2011 Skoda Octavia vRS TDI DSG wagon|Revo Stage 1|Race Blue|Leather|Dynamic Xenons w 6000K|9w7 BT|THA475 Amp+active sub|Whiteline ALK|RVC|
    2009 R36 wagon|Biscay Blue|RVC|Tailgate|ECU and DSG tune|LED DRL/Indicators|3D colour cluster|Quad LED tail rings|Climatronics upgrade|Dynaudio retrofit|B7 RLine Flat Steering Wheel|3AA CCM|TPMS Direct|B7 Adaptive Cruise with Front Assist|Discover Media retrofit|PLA 2.0|Lane Assist|BCM retrofit|High Beam Assist|DQ500

  • #2
    I bet that was a satisfying result. BTW check the time stamp on your edit 03:12 PM

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    • #3
      Yeah super satisfied with the result. I really appreciate being able to see where I'm going in the dark...
      Not sure I understand the edit comment?
      2011 Skoda Octavia vRS TDI DSG wagon|Revo Stage 1|Race Blue|Leather|Dynamic Xenons w 6000K|9w7 BT|THA475 Amp+active sub|Whiteline ALK|RVC|
      2009 R36 wagon|Biscay Blue|RVC|Tailgate|ECU and DSG tune|LED DRL/Indicators|3D colour cluster|Quad LED tail rings|Climatronics upgrade|Dynaudio retrofit|B7 RLine Flat Steering Wheel|3AA CCM|TPMS Direct|B7 Adaptive Cruise with Front Assist|Discover Media retrofit|PLA 2.0|Lane Assist|BCM retrofit|High Beam Assist|DQ500

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      • #4
        Well done. Your ability to do upgrades never ceases to amaze me. I want to be around when you eventually sell your car!
        2007 Passat B6 3.2 litre V6 4Motion | Granite Grey | standard 17" Solitude wheels | tow bar
        Mods: R36 steering wheel | HP DQ250 DSG tune | HPA Haldex performance controller | Koni sports yellow shocks | Eibach springs | H&R sway bars | Whiteline ALK | Kufatec E-MFA add on | Garage door button | Warning triangle retrofit | Bridgestone Potenza Adrenalin RE003s

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        • #5
          Never selling it. Just upgrading.
          Actually got it out in the dark tonight and it's sooooo much better.
          Looking forward to a proper night drive in the country now.
          2011 Skoda Octavia vRS TDI DSG wagon|Revo Stage 1|Race Blue|Leather|Dynamic Xenons w 6000K|9w7 BT|THA475 Amp+active sub|Whiteline ALK|RVC|
          2009 R36 wagon|Biscay Blue|RVC|Tailgate|ECU and DSG tune|LED DRL/Indicators|3D colour cluster|Quad LED tail rings|Climatronics upgrade|Dynaudio retrofit|B7 RLine Flat Steering Wheel|3AA CCM|TPMS Direct|B7 Adaptive Cruise with Front Assist|Discover Media retrofit|PLA 2.0|Lane Assist|BCM retrofit|High Beam Assist|DQ500

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          • #6
            A little darker

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            Last edited by kamold; 29-11-2019, 07:43 AM.
            2011 Skoda Octavia vRS TDI DSG wagon|Revo Stage 1|Race Blue|Leather|Dynamic Xenons w 6000K|9w7 BT|THA475 Amp+active sub|Whiteline ALK|RVC|
            2009 R36 wagon|Biscay Blue|RVC|Tailgate|ECU and DSG tune|LED DRL/Indicators|3D colour cluster|Quad LED tail rings|Climatronics upgrade|Dynaudio retrofit|B7 RLine Flat Steering Wheel|3AA CCM|TPMS Direct|B7 Adaptive Cruise with Front Assist|Discover Media retrofit|PLA 2.0|Lane Assist|BCM retrofit|High Beam Assist|DQ500

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            • #7
              Shutters open for some high beaming
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              Last edited by kamold; 25-11-2019, 09:48 AM.
              2011 Skoda Octavia vRS TDI DSG wagon|Revo Stage 1|Race Blue|Leather|Dynamic Xenons w 6000K|9w7 BT|THA475 Amp+active sub|Whiteline ALK|RVC|
              2009 R36 wagon|Biscay Blue|RVC|Tailgate|ECU and DSG tune|LED DRL/Indicators|3D colour cluster|Quad LED tail rings|Climatronics upgrade|Dynaudio retrofit|B7 RLine Flat Steering Wheel|3AA CCM|TPMS Direct|B7 Adaptive Cruise with Front Assist|Discover Media retrofit|PLA 2.0|Lane Assist|BCM retrofit|High Beam Assist|DQ500

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              • #8
                That’s a fantastic upgrade!
                Do the new lights come with the shutter motor? Mine is faulty on one light.

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                • #9
                  Originally posted by Passat my07 View Post
                  That’s a fantastic upgrade!
                  Do the new lights come with the shutter motor? Mine is faulty on one light.
                  Yes the projectors have the shutter motors in them.
                  2011 Skoda Octavia vRS TDI DSG wagon|Revo Stage 1|Race Blue|Leather|Dynamic Xenons w 6000K|9w7 BT|THA475 Amp+active sub|Whiteline ALK|RVC|
                  2009 R36 wagon|Biscay Blue|RVC|Tailgate|ECU and DSG tune|LED DRL/Indicators|3D colour cluster|Quad LED tail rings|Climatronics upgrade|Dynaudio retrofit|B7 RLine Flat Steering Wheel|3AA CCM|TPMS Direct|B7 Adaptive Cruise with Front Assist|Discover Media retrofit|PLA 2.0|Lane Assist|BCM retrofit|High Beam Assist|DQ500

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                  • #10
                    nice work - as always
                    that is a huge difference there.
                    MY17 Superb 162TSI, Business Grey, Tech+Comfort Pack, APR ECU+TCU Stg 1, SLA, Rieger Splitter + Side Skirts, Eibach Pro-Kit Springs, Hardrace Swaybar, TPMS
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                    • #11
                      Nice job Kamold! This mod made a huge difference, the original lights seem pretty weak in comparison.

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                      • #12
                        i think you need to show their performance in a real life situation (city enviroment and low light, road trip, rural) to really get the point across how much of a visual upgrade this is!

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                        • #13
                          It's always hard to see in a few pics.
                          You're right in practice the effect is really fantastic.
                          I don't have a GoPro or similar otherwise I'd try and take a video.
                          Last edited by kamold; 30-11-2019, 08:42 AM.
                          2011 Skoda Octavia vRS TDI DSG wagon|Revo Stage 1|Race Blue|Leather|Dynamic Xenons w 6000K|9w7 BT|THA475 Amp+active sub|Whiteline ALK|RVC|
                          2009 R36 wagon|Biscay Blue|RVC|Tailgate|ECU and DSG tune|LED DRL/Indicators|3D colour cluster|Quad LED tail rings|Climatronics upgrade|Dynaudio retrofit|B7 RLine Flat Steering Wheel|3AA CCM|TPMS Direct|B7 Adaptive Cruise with Front Assist|Discover Media retrofit|PLA 2.0|Lane Assist|BCM retrofit|High Beam Assist|DQ500

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                          • #14
                            Nice job, but a lot of work for mere mortals. Did you consider a plug and play replacement with an LED aftermarket set of headlamps from our Ali friends like these?

                            Online Shop Head Lamp For Car VW Passat B7 2012-2016 Magotan Headlights Fog Lights Daytime Running Lights DRL H7 LED Bi Xenon Bulb Accessory | Aliexpress Mobile




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                            • #15
                              Led has less light output than hid.
                              Also B7 headlight assemblies don't fit b6
                              Last edited by kamold; 09-02-2020, 10:53 AM.
                              2011 Skoda Octavia vRS TDI DSG wagon|Revo Stage 1|Race Blue|Leather|Dynamic Xenons w 6000K|9w7 BT|THA475 Amp+active sub|Whiteline ALK|RVC|
                              2009 R36 wagon|Biscay Blue|RVC|Tailgate|ECU and DSG tune|LED DRL/Indicators|3D colour cluster|Quad LED tail rings|Climatronics upgrade|Dynaudio retrofit|B7 RLine Flat Steering Wheel|3AA CCM|TPMS Direct|B7 Adaptive Cruise with Front Assist|Discover Media retrofit|PLA 2.0|Lane Assist|BCM retrofit|High Beam Assist|DQ500

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