Has anyone out there tried using the 9004-105 H-5 55 or 80-watt bulbs in an early 300E? (Any melted wiring?)

I was intrigued by John Elliott's installation, but don't have the inclination to do an install on my own. If these bulbs might be helpful, I'll try them. However, I am a little concerned about hotter bulbs. On the other hand, I need more light. I'm feeling bad about killing a dog on a country road two nights ago. I'd just switched from high-beams to lows for an oncoming car, passed the car and before I switched back, hit the dog. The lights on these cars are pretty bad.

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David

His:
2003 Dodge Durango SLT
2002 BMW E39 530i Sport
1988 Mercedes 300TE
Hers:
2003 Chevrolet Suburban
1999 E430