PIAA lights question
10 October 2005, 05:32 PM
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PIAA lights question
I have the (Prodrive) PIAA driving lights, but one of the seals seems to have failed resulting in the silvering of the reflector failing, and now the bulb has blown.
I need a replacement unit and was looking on www.piaa.co.uk and was stumped by the vast array of options.
I'm assuming the lamp is an 80 Series one, but not sure if it's "plain" 80, 80 Pro, or 80 XT. Then there's the lens. I'm assuming it's the "driving" pattern, but can anyone confirm?
Cheers.
I need a replacement unit and was looking on www.piaa.co.uk and was stumped by the vast array of options.
I'm assuming the lamp is an 80 Series one, but not sure if it's "plain" 80, 80 Pro, or 80 XT. Then there's the lens. I'm assuming it's the "driving" pattern, but can anyone confirm?
Cheers.
10 October 2005, 07:57 PM
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Originally Posted by Dave uk blue mica
their 80 PRO XT mate and its a driving lense
Difference between the Pro and the XT is that the Pro uses a dippable H4 bulb, whilst the XT uses a main beam-only H3 bulb.
Mungo - if your lamps have H3 bulbs, I'd argue that they're XT units.
10 October 2005, 08:14 PM
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just looked on the site and i see what you mean, on the box mine came in it says PIAA 80 PRO XT, the model number is PK661E on the box so on the site that shows it as a XT light. hope this helps.
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Originally Posted by Dave uk blue mica
just looked on the site and i see what you mean, on the box mine came in it says PIAA 80 PRO XT, the model number is PK661E on the box so on the site that shows it as a XT light. hope this helps.
My PIAAs arrived today and as Dave said, the box is clearly marked PRO XT and they have H3 bulbs. PIAA will be referred to the Ministry of Confusing Labelling to have their cards marked 
12 October 2005, 08:20 PM
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Originally Posted by MikeWood
You could always try a Subaru dealer. Part number is SACC2357
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You'll find that subaru charge more than everyone else for these lights so i'd look elsewhere first
12 October 2005, 09:10 PM
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PIAA wiring loom
A question to all who have these lights fitted - How many of you have used the included PIAA wiring loom and switch??
The reason I ask is that I spent ages wiring the old Cibies up just so and was hoping to just plug the new PIAAs directly into thie existing cabling, which I know is sound.
Sure, the PIAA loom will look a little neater and the PIAA switch would be a bit of a novelty, but are there any other benefits to be gained from using the PIAA bits??
Cheers
Kev
The reason I ask is that I spent ages wiring the old Cibies up just so and was hoping to just plug the new PIAAs directly into thie existing cabling, which I know is sound.
Sure, the PIAA loom will look a little neater and the PIAA switch would be a bit of a novelty, but are there any other benefits to be gained from using the PIAA bits??
Cheers
Kev
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13 October 2005, 12:43 AM
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Originally Posted by Dave uk blue mica
i used everything when i fitted mine mate
.Any idea where I might find clear step-by-step instructions???
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13 October 2005, 08:45 AM
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Just my 2p's worth ,
I found the PIAA kit easy to fit and I'm usless with all but basic wiring.
The only benifits I could see were
1. Easy to fit.
2. Everthings there - relays, wires at the correct length etc
3. The bung that connects the PIAA 's to the back of your light assy / bulb, weather proofs everthing preventing corrosion.
If your were to DIY, don't forget things like mounting brackets, as theses are bespoke to Scoobs.
I bought mine second hand (still like new) so got a bargin, wether I'd pay £300 for a kit is debatable but the result is amazing and I don't know how a saw the road prior to fitting.
Chris
I found the PIAA kit easy to fit and I'm usless with all but basic wiring.
The only benifits I could see were
1. Easy to fit.
2. Everthings there - relays, wires at the correct length etc
3. The bung that connects the PIAA 's to the back of your light assy / bulb, weather proofs everthing preventing corrosion.
If your were to DIY, don't forget things like mounting brackets, as theses are bespoke to Scoobs.
I bought mine second hand (still like new) so got a bargin, wether I'd pay £300 for a kit is debatable but the result is amazing and I don't know how a saw the road prior to fitting.
Chris
13 October 2005, 11:32 AM
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If you've already got a decent wiring loom that feeds your Cibies, why would you want to totally remove it to fit another for PIAAs?
I assume this is on the same car?
Surely, all you HAVE to do is to remove the Cibies, and fit the PIAAs? Although you MAY have to change the connector at the end of the feed wires TO the PIAA's, and ensure the new PIAAs get a decent earth.
All my lights are fitted using two pole interlocking connectors from Vehicle Wiring Products, with all connectors soldered, then taped against water ingress using non-sticky tape, (loom tape). I can now remove and refit my lights in seconds....................and before anyone says it, you have to have the correct security tool to do it
Alcazar
I assume this is on the same car?
Surely, all you HAVE to do is to remove the Cibies, and fit the PIAAs? Although you MAY have to change the connector at the end of the feed wires TO the PIAA's, and ensure the new PIAAs get a decent earth.
All my lights are fitted using two pole interlocking connectors from Vehicle Wiring Products, with all connectors soldered, then taped against water ingress using non-sticky tape, (loom tape). I can now remove and refit my lights in seconds....................and before anyone says it, you have to have the correct security tool to do it
Alcazar
14 October 2005, 06:38 PM
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Originally Posted by davb89
Does the PIAA80 PRO XT kit fit on the classic impreza? Mines a 95WRX Import....
16 October 2005, 05:02 PM
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no reason to use the piaa one if you have built your own and it also earths the lights back to the battery , It`s not that good and AFAIR has no fuse ?
Have a good one
Tim
ps why not contact the ebay seller and see if he wants a loom for his piaa`s / the buyer of them
Have a good one
Tim
ps why not contact the ebay seller and see if he wants a loom for his piaa`s / the buyer of them
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