Xeon and Air filter options for a 99 Zen

ZenRocks · 2nd September 2007, 21:20

I'm a newbie so excuse if I've not done enough to look up for info before starting a new thread. I'd like some info on the air filter options available for a 99 Zen (Carb and not MPFI). Also, is it a good option to switch to Xeon bulbs from the stock ones? What's the life of these bulb like and can I have a few brands I should be looking for? Appreciate the help.

hellspawn · 3rd September 2007, 08:49

you have the option of fiiting a k&n filter.lot of threads on the forum to help you with procuing them and finding shops to install them.it is definitely a good option to switch to xenon bulbs but honestly,they really work to well with the zens headlight assembly since they are not clear glass and hence diffraction of light is more.the various brands available are bosch,philips etc.

nicejits · 3rd September 2007, 09:32

If somebody is installing Xenon to the zen .. do him need to chnage wiring and othet assembly it only changing a bulb is ok ?

kjdesigns_2000 · 3rd September 2007, 15:16

If you go for a complete HID set then it comes iwth its Ballasts and xenon bulbs, no dont need to put anything other than that.

But if you just want higher wattage bulbs then you will have to upgrade your holders and wiring also. the Standard wiring cannot support the higher wattage bulbs.

If you go for an aftermarket bulbs of the same wattage but which claims to have better lighting then there is no need to change anything other than the bulbs itself.

crazydiablo · 3rd September 2007, 15:58

For a 100/90 watts, halogen bulb you need not upgrad your holder. You need to add a relay to the wiring. Some even go up to 130/100 without holder change. IMHO 100/90 is more than good enough for some night driving.

nicejits · 3rd September 2007, 16:39

Crazydiablo,

Thx for u r reply ! what are teh rates of For a 100/90 watts, halogen bulb ? and a relay ?

Regards,
Jitendra

crazydiablo · 3rd September 2007, 17:20

You can get the Philips 100/90 halogen and a good relay. Cost is approx 1000 - 1200 bucks(quite and old quote). I would let other comment for the latest prices in mumbai.

kpzen · 4th September 2007, 00:25

Can Xenon be installed in a non clear lens headlamps of an old zen?
Has anyone done it before??

Akshay1234 · 4th September 2007, 09:01

Quote:

Originally Posted by kpzen

Can Xenon be installed in a non clear lens headlamps of an old zen?
Has anyone done it before??

you can do it but it wont be as bright as the clear lens ones.

2nd September 2007, 21:20	#1
ZenRocks Newbie Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Bangalore Posts: 3 Thanked: 0 Times	Xeon and Air filter options for a 99 Zen I'm a newbie so excuse if I've not done enough to look up for info before starting a new thread. I'd like some info on the air filter options available for a 99 Zen (Carb and not MPFI). Also, is it a good option to switch to Xeon bulbs from the stock ones? What's the life of these bulb like and can I have a few brands I should be looking for? Appreciate the help.
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3rd September 2007, 08:49	#2
hellspawn Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: noida Posts: 1,686 Thanked: 7 Times View My Garage Infractions: 0/1 (10)	you have the option of fiiting a k&n filter.lot of threads on the forum to help you with procuing them and finding shops to install them.it is definitely a good option to switch to xenon bulbs but honestly,they really work to well with the zens headlight assembly since they are not clear glass and hence diffraction of light is more.the various brands available are bosch,philips etc.
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3rd September 2007, 09:32	#3
nicejits BANNED Join Date: May 2006 Location: Mumbai ( Borivali ) Posts: 328 Thanked: 0 Times View My Garage	If somebody is installing Xenon to the zen .. do him need to chnage wiring and othet assembly it only changing a bulb is ok ?
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3rd September 2007, 15:16	#4
kjdesigns_2000 BHPian Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Gurgaon Posts: 160 Thanked: 0 Times View My Garage	If you go for a complete HID set then it comes iwth its Ballasts and xenon bulbs, no dont need to put anything other than that. But if you just want higher wattage bulbs then you will have to upgrade your holders and wiring also. the Standard wiring cannot support the higher wattage bulbs. If you go for an aftermarket bulbs of the same wattage but which claims to have better lighting then there is no need to change anything other than the bulbs itself.
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3rd September 2007, 15:58	#5
crazydiablo BHPian Join Date: May 2004 Location: Bangalore/San Francisco Posts: 854 Thanked: 24 Times View My Garage	For a 100/90 watts, halogen bulb you need not upgrad your holder. You need to add a relay to the wiring. Some even go up to 130/100 without holder change. IMHO 100/90 is more than good enough for some night driving.
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3rd September 2007, 16:39	#6
nicejits BANNED Join Date: May 2006 Location: Mumbai ( Borivali ) Posts: 328 Thanked: 0 Times View My Garage	Crazydiablo, Thx for u r reply ! what are teh rates of For a 100/90 watts, halogen bulb ? and a relay ? Regards, Jitendra
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3rd September 2007, 17:20	#7
crazydiablo BHPian Join Date: May 2004 Location: Bangalore/San Francisco Posts: 854 Thanked: 24 Times View My Garage	You can get the Philips 100/90 halogen and a good relay. Cost is approx 1000 - 1200 bucks(quite and old quote). I would let other comment for the latest prices in mumbai.
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4th September 2007, 00:25	#8
kpzen Senior - BHPian Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Faridabad Posts: 5,610 Thanked: 1,876 Times View My Garage	Can Xenon be installed in a non clear lens headlamps of an old zen? Has anyone done it before??
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