New isn't always better. The Model S LED lights suck hard, apparently, and Tesla has done nothing to remedy this design flaw. A lot of things about Model S need to "get with the times".
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Thanks, FS911, I thought i had no real options for the LEDs in my car and i was right! I await a good bolt-on replacement solution....No upgrade that I know of for the OEM LED headlights from Tesla... they are a proprietary design.
If you have the original HID headlights from Tesla... found on the Model S from 2012 to mid-2016:
- You can try the aftermarket LED kit that Tension suggested, however, the output will be low.
- I would recommend an upgraded HID kit that will overdrive new bulbs at 55W vs. 35W OEM.
- 50% more lumens and better night visibility with the Teala OEM projector lens system.
FlatSix911
Porsche 918 Hybrid
Californiates
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Californiates
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FlatSix911
Porsche 918 Hybrid
I agree completely... the LED headlights are very poorly rated.
Why would you want to downgrade to LED headlights (2018-2019) from the original Tesla Model S with HID lights(2012-2017)?
Californiates
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If you do facelift upgrade and you want headlights match you need that
FlatSix911
Porsche 918 Hybrid
Nonsense, you can retain the better HID headlights with a facelift bumper upgrade...
Are all functions enabled by this emulator, e.g. on/off depending on the settings in the car? Cornering lights when turning the steering wheel? Leveling according to load in the back avoiding blinding others?
Appreciate the input since I already bought a set of led headlights to retrofit, but not sure which path to take on the installation/integration...
Californiates
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If a-t-il all possible, could you reference to where I could purchase such a kit and detail somehow what should I expect from the <overdrive > qualifier. I’ve got a HID that intermittent on our November 2013 model s and am puzzled as to what to buy. So far I’m tempted by these:
Philips D3S Standard Authentic Xenon HID Headlight Bulb, 1 Pack
Philips D3S Standard Authentic Xenon HID Headlight Bulb, 1 Pack
Or
RCP D3S 6000K Xenon HID Replacement Bulb Diamond White Metal Stents Base 12V Car Headlight Lamps Head Lights 35W, 1 Pair https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B01KSTL06U/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_n7u6DbNG500GH
FlatSix911
Porsche 918 Hybrid
The referenced links are just the bulbs... you will need a kit with the ballast, ignitor and bulbs. Hope this helps
https://www.amazon.com/OPT7-Bolt-55...ords=tesla+9005+hid+kit&qid=1576435478&sr=8-5
https://www.amazon.com/DDM-Tuning-P...p_85:2470955011&rnid=2470954011&rps=1&sr=8-26
Yeah, that happened to my car too. I've replaced both headlamps last year ... $$$$$
Funny thing is, it's always the 50% burning leds that malfunction (after a few months or years).
So, I think the problem originates in the soft- or hardware that switches the leds from 100% to 50%.
Funny thing is, it's always the 50% burning leds that malfunction (after a few months or years).
So, I think the problem originates in the soft- or hardware that switches the leds from 100% to 50%.
FYI in case anyone's thinking about upgrading nosecone cars' headlights, here's my post on the subject [pics] Upgraded factory projector HIDs to aftermarket Laser projectors
whitex
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Also something to consider, now that we have the perspective of time - the original headlights hold up way better than the newer ones. I have a 2015 Model S on its original headlights, as bright as new, and a 2018 Model S already on its second set of headlights.
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