[ViperZ]

Why do some X-trails have the smaller round bulbs in Blue? I did not notice this on the Canadian models I have seen, yet I see thes on the net all the time?

Are they just a blue tinted bulb that is creating that effect?

What are these lights for?

 

[manuelga]

It's the position light & it's a bluish deflector in front of the clear bulb, it's being popular among some Nissans:

You can see it also at the 2005 B13 Sentra (yes that old fashioned car is still & successfully sold here):

 

[Terranismo]

Like Manuel said, the lampe casing themselves are blue, but the light is not in that color. It comes out in the same yellow halogen glow as the Canuck X-Trails.

 

[aussietrail]

Like Manuel said, the lampe casing themselves are blue, but the light is not in that color. It comes out in the same yellow halogen glow as the Canuck X-Trails.

Not unless you change the bulbs to Phillips Blue Vision, then it turns into bright white/blue colour

 

[ViperZ]

Thanks, it certanly is a unique look that is not seen on the Canadian Models.

So whats the purpose of these lights, are they like daytime running lights?

 

[Terranismo]

They're parking lights. Same use as your clear ones.

 

[ViperZ]

Thanks. A person may have to look into getting a set of non Canuck Headlights to set an X-trail apart in Canada ...

 

[Lukasz]

Speaking of lights...anyone seen an x-trail with Sylvania Silverstars? I was wondering if they're a significant improvement over the factory bulbs...

Lukasz

 

[manuelga]

I put OSRAM Sylverstars, Stephen (SCHESBH) also (he told me where to order at UK), & I can tell you maybe it's the best aquisition I've made for my Exty.

I also got sets for all my other cars.

Take a look at: Daniel Stern, maybe the best source of Lighting information.

 

[ViperZ]

I think a set of Silver Stars will be my first upgrade. It would be cool to get a replacement set of light buckets that used projectors rather then reflectors. The HID could be easily retrofitted.

I have HID's on my BMW, and it's tough using regular Halogens now.

 

[manuelga]

Yep, I've heard that HID to Halogens is difficult, but OSRAMS Sylverstar will make easier.

Just remember to use OSRAM instead of Sylvanias, they are way too different.

 

[NPath]

Yep, I've heard that HID to Halogens is difficult, but OSRAMS Sylverstar will make easier.

Just remember to use OSRAM instead of Sylvanias, they are way too different.

I've seen the Silver Stars in all the places that sell automotive parts, but not Osram. So, what's the difference between the 2?

 

[manuelga]

I've seen the Silver Stars in all the places that sell automotive parts, but not Osram. So, what's the difference between the 2?

Convince yourself: Take a look at: Daniel Stern, maybe the best source of Lighting information.

There's also technical way for aim light beams.

 

[SCHESBH]

SilverStars

I have had the SilverStars on my Altima and X-Trail... same bulb.. When I did the research I found out that the Canadian (North America) SilverStars are weker by 20% than the same bulb in Europe ...plus they are also more expensive here. I ordered them from England via the Web received them in about 14 days... also ordered spares.. and love them!!!

Stephen

http://www.powerbulbs.co.uk/

Speaking of lights...anyone seen an x-trail with Sylvania Silverstars? I was wondering if they're a significant improvement over the factory bulbs...

Lukasz

 

[ViperZ]

I too have heard good thinks about the Osrams...