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Old 04-10-2008, 08:29 PM
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I posted this to an older thread and then found this one which may be more active.
I recently purchased a set of Depo Euro headlights for my 1983 300D (W123). The lights came with H4 100/90W Opti Blue super white halogen bulbs and Opti Blue unmarked (H3 type connections but no wattage specified).
Are these too high wattage for the 123 wiring?
Anyone have any history with these bulbs?
Should I try to return these and get a lower wattage bulb?
Charles
You cannot run 100/90W bulbs without proper relays. You'll fry the wiring.

The Depos run very well with the standard 55/60W bulbs. If you want more............and more doesn't guarantee much more light.........you've got to spend $100. and an afternoon wiring up proper relays.

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Old 04-10-2008, 10:42 PM
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Brian,
Thanks for confirming. That's what I thought and I was surprised when these bulbs came with the Depo lights. I'm requesting an exchange from the Ebay seller.
Charles
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Old 04-10-2008, 11:14 PM
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Needless to say such bright bulbs will also fry oncoming motorists eyes.

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