HID Lights Failing

[kjg48359]

A previous owner on my 2000 P38 had put in HID lights.

Generally I've been happy with the extra light, but lately I've gotten a few flashes. So I tried to re-align the lights, but I think the real problem is that the solenoid that operates the positioning of the bulb is failing. This means that while the rest of the lights go into low-beam mode, the one light is stuck in "high" position and that leaves one headlight with just the main light in a "high" position even though the dedicated high beam lights are off.

So.

I think I'd rather just replace them with stock lights. After calling Atlantic British, they told me I couldn't get a harness for them anymore.

So am I forced to replace the HIDs with another kit, or can I just revert back to original. Anyone had this issue? What's the most cost effective way to do this?

 

[Blueboy]

might want to check with Will T.

 

[Tugela]

might want to check with Will T.

Of the many vendors who frequent this site, at least one of them is bound to have the parts you need. Post your request in the Parts Wanted section.

 

[kjg48359]

Thanks for the suggestions guys.

I did call around to see if I could replace the original harness, but it sounds like I would have to either get a used harness, or contact specialty business probably in GB. But it's not readily available.

I'm thinking the easiest way is to just replace the parts and be done with it. I think there are enough specialty vehicle lighting shops that can help.

I think for anyone who stumbles on this thread in the future, you really have to consider that some non-OEM components are not held to the same durability standards as original equipment (at least for items like this). I just think that the failure is probably just to to wear on the moving parts in the light probably due to age and dirt ingress over time.