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Old 01-11-2014, 03:53 PM
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W123 Euro Headlights to USA Headlights

I would like to change my 300CD Euro Headlights(Bosch - flat type) to USA headlights. What modifications to the wiring system must be done in order to make this change? Thanks

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Old 01-11-2014, 04:45 PM
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You'll need US spec 4 pin plugs. Second post down, just follow if backwards.
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May I humbly ask what brought you to that decision?
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I like variety. Will change back and forth.
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Old 01-14-2014, 11:58 PM
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I like variety. Will change back and forth.
I'm with you on that what you also might consider doing is just wiring in a US connector and that way its easier to toggle between the two
Just cover up the other connector when its not in use
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Old 01-15-2014, 12:33 AM
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If you want to switch to US lights, I recommend swapping the 7" sealed beams with 7" H4 E-Code lights. That way you get the functionality of Euro lights (nearly the same beam pattern), but the look of US lights.

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