Silverstar ZXE or ULTRA
Thats what I said. I'll snap a picture next time I'm in town.
If you have OEM bulbs, Sylvania also makes Silverstar 9145s. In reality, just about any "performance" bulb will be better than OEM since they come from the factory with long-life bulbs. I think our 2006 F-550 has its factory H13s in it, which are quite dim.
If you have OEM bulbs, Sylvania also makes Silverstar 9145s. In reality, just about any "performance" bulb will be better than OEM since they come from the factory with long-life bulbs. I think our 2006 F-550 has its factory H13s in it, which are quite dim.
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You're actually in luck with upgrading the output of the fog lamps in your truck. The reason is that you have the 2004-2005 only rectangular fogs that are big enough inside to dissipate the increased heat that comes with a higher output bulb. (Do'[t even think about higher wattage bulbs in the newer round fog lights.)
Here's what I did on my 2005 and recommend to anyone in your situation. Grab a set of 9005 bulbs in whatever brand you please. (I used Silverstar Ultras, but today I'd go for the Phillips because I really do like them better.) You can either install them as is by playing with the base as you install them. (It takes a slight wiggle.) Or, you can compare them to the stock bulbs to see the very small difference in one of the locking tabs. You can thn modify the 9005 bulbs by simply snipping the one tab with a set of diagonal cutters an they'll slip right in.
Trust me on this one, you simply will not believe the improvement in your lighting. Better yet, you should not have to re-aim your lights to avoid ticking off oncoming drivers.
Here's what I did on my 2005 and recommend to anyone in your situation. Grab a set of 9005 bulbs in whatever brand you please. (I used Silverstar Ultras, but today I'd go for the Phillips because I really do like them better.) You can either install them as is by playing with the base as you install them. (It takes a slight wiggle.) Or, you can compare them to the stock bulbs to see the very small difference in one of the locking tabs. You can thn modify the 9005 bulbs by simply snipping the one tab with a set of diagonal cutters an they'll slip right in.
Trust me on this one, you simply will not believe the improvement in your lighting. Better yet, you should not have to re-aim your lights to avoid ticking off oncoming drivers.
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Might want to proof your posts before hitting submit reply.
That is why I questioned it...
That is why I questioned it...
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I installed Sylvania SilverStar ZXE ( 9007 ) in my '03 a few days ago, huge difference. I am a little worried about longevity, but I suppose time will tell. And at my local Autozone they where $65.95... sounds like I got ripped haha.
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If they are anything like their predecessor they will have a short life. If you really like them then yes pick up a few to keep.