Need HELP Replacing H8 Bulb *noob*

jbarrec · 03-20-2011, 04:30 PM

I replaced my H8 bulbs to Arc Angels the other day and I noticed one of the sides was brighter than the other. Upon inspection the passenger side bulb wasn't in all of way. I took it out and I am having trouble getting it in properly.

I tried to search for a DIY and couldn't find one. I looked at the BMW manual but it just says ''turn until bulb goes in'' heh..

Any advice please before I smash it?

Sal G@Camber-Toe · 03-20-2011, 04:33 PM

Passenger side is the harder of the two. Its the exact opposite of the driver, so if you can kinda match up how the driver side went in, do the same on the passenger but reversed. I'm not sure if you wanna take the driver side out again though just to see how it went in. Good Luck!

jbarrec · 03-20-2011, 04:45 PM

I just cant find the locking position in the exact spot.. I can lock the top in but not the bottom flush >.<

jbarrec · 03-20-2011, 05:08 PM

fuck it.. i've been messing with it for over an hour.. its staying ghetto for now.

D335NUTZ · 03-20-2011, 06:37 PM

Join the club. At least you don't have gorilla hands like me.

jbarrec · 03-20-2011, 06:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Wilazn

Join the club. At least you don't have gorilla hands like me.

nope, but I am about to king kong this mother fucker!

madeinhongkong · 03-20-2011, 06:49 PM

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Originally Posted by jbarrec

nope, but I am about to king kong this mother fucker!

TiAg335i · 03-20-2011, 07:04 PM

There are three little prongs coming out of the base of the H8 bulb, these have to first fit into the corresponding notches in the socket to go in, next you have to turn the bulb (i'm not sure which way), so it locks into place. I could always help you in person if you need it, just let me know. I can't guarantee I'll get it in one shot but I've definitely done this a couple of times before.

jbarrec · 03-20-2011, 07:07 PM

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Originally Posted by TiAg335i

There are three little prongs coming out of the base of the H8 bulb, these have to first fit into the corresponding notches in the socket to go in, next you have to turn the bulb (i'm not sure which way), so it locks into place. I could always help you in person if you need it, just let me know. I can't guarantee I'll get it in one shot but I've definitely done this a couple of times before.

I have heard that LUX are a PITA to get in.. The drivers side went in so easily, the passenger side is just driving me crazy.. Where on LI are you!!?

TiAg335i · 03-20-2011, 07:09 PM

Go to the install instructions for the E92 and go to the "Installation Tip"
http://www.luxangeleyes.com/products

I'm in Rockville Centre

jbarrec · 03-20-2011, 07:11 PM

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Originally Posted by TiAg335i

Go to the install instructions for the E92 and go all the way down to the bottom of the instructions, it shows u what I'm talking about

http://www.luxangeleyes.com/products

I'm in Rockville Centre

When inserting the LUX H8, there are 3 tabs that need to line up. The 3 tabs form an upside down shape of a “T”. It is helpful to use a marker and put a line or arrow on the base of the LUX unit to figure out which direction is top. This will save you time in installing the unit.

LOL, I actually followed these instructions and even marked the top.. I was getting closer but no luck yet... I'll try some more tomorrow, I think I was just getting too damn frustrated with it today.

I work out in Farmingdale off 110, that's pretty close to Rockville Centre isn't it?

TiAg335i · 03-20-2011, 07:15 PM

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Originally Posted by jbarrec

When inserting the LUX H8, there are 3 tabs that need to line up. The 3 tabs form an upside down shape of a “T”. It is helpful to use a marker and put a line or arrow on the base of the LUX unit to figure out which direction is top. This will save you time in installing the unit.

LOL, I actually followed these instructions and even marked the top.. I was getting closer but no luck yet... I'll try some more tomorrow, I think I was just getting too damn frustrated with it today.

I work out in Farmingdale off 110, that's pretty close to Rockville Centre isn't it?

Yeah Farmingdale isn't too far. What time are you free maybe I could meet up with you. It helps that I don't have huge hands too, LOL

jbarrec · 03-21-2011, 11:28 AM

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Originally Posted by TiAg335i

Yeah Farmingdale isn't too far. What time are you free maybe I could meet up with you. It helps that I don't have huge hands too, LOL

Usually I take lunch anywhere from 12-2 PM. I can really go at anytime during the afternoon though. I am going to try to get the bulb in when I get home tonight but I'll shoot you a PM if I can't do it!

madeinhongkong · 03-21-2011, 11:59 AM

damn do you have a garage??? it's madd shitty out, you don't want to get that bulb wet...

jbarrec · 03-21-2011, 02:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Boost2Perfection

damn do you have a garage??? it's madd shitty out, you don't want to get that bulb wet...

hell yeaaaaa i've got a garage sen

jbarrec · 03-21-2011, 02:36 PM

I am still prob gonna wait till tomorrow though. I don't even want anything to drip into the headlight casing.

D335NUTZ · 03-21-2011, 03:03 PM

Tomorrow is suppose to be nice.

dan99 · 04-11-2011, 02:59 AM

same boat.

dan99 · 04-11-2011, 04:46 AM

finally got it in, but I had to use some plastic tools.

michaelalex17 · 04-11-2011, 04:50 AM

your aware that burgermotorsports has an install guide?

dan99 · 04-12-2011, 07:08 PM

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Originally Posted by michaelalex17

your aware that burgermotorsports has an install guide?

I know the installation, I just had a tough time lining up the bulb within the tight space.

I found this to be very useful:

madeinhongkong · 04-12-2011, 07:14 PM

try to mark the plastic parts with a permanent marker it helps a lil....

03-20-2011, 04:30 PM	#1
jbarrec Second Lieutenant 16 Rep 244 Posts Drives: Montego Blue 335i Coupe Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Farmingville, NY iTrader: (0)	Need HELP Replacing H8 Bulb noob I replaced my H8 bulbs to Arc Angels the other day and I noticed one of the sides was brighter than the other. Upon inspection the passenger side bulb wasn't in all of way. I took it out and I am having trouble getting it in properly. I tried to search for a DIY and couldn't find one. I looked at the BMW manual but it just says ''turn until bulb goes in'' heh.. Any advice please before I smash it? __________________ 07' MB e92 335i \| JB3 2.0 \| DCI \| 15% Tint \| Matte Black Grills \| Amber Corner Delete
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03-20-2011, 04:33 PM	#2
Sal G@Camber-Toe 203 Rep 14,190 Posts Drives: E92 335xi 6mt Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Long Island, NY iTrader: (2)	Passenger side is the harder of the two. Its the exact opposite of the driver, so if you can kinda match up how the driver side went in, do the same on the passenger but reversed. I'm not sure if you wanna take the driver side out again though just to see how it went in. Good Luck!
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03-20-2011, 04:45 PM	#3
jbarrec Second Lieutenant 16 Rep 244 Posts Drives: Montego Blue 335i Coupe Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Farmingville, NY iTrader: (0)	I just cant find the locking position in the exact spot.. I can lock the top in but not the bottom flush >.< __________________ 07' MB e92 335i \| JB3 2.0 \| DCI \| 15% Tint \| Matte Black Grills \| Amber Corner Delete
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03-20-2011, 05:08 PM	#4
jbarrec Second Lieutenant 16 Rep 244 Posts Drives: Montego Blue 335i Coupe Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Farmingville, NY iTrader: (0)	fuck it.. i've been messing with it for over an hour.. its staying ghetto for now. __________________ 07' MB e92 335i \| JB3 2.0 \| DCI \| 15% Tint \| Matte Black Grills \| Amber Corner Delete
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TiAg335i Trance Life 315 Rep 4,706 Posts Drives: 2007 E92 335i Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Long Island, NY iTrader: (4)	There are three little prongs coming out of the base of the H8 bulb, these have to first fit into the corresponding notches in the socket to go in, next you have to turn the bulb (i'm not sure which way), so it locks into place. I could always help you in person if you need it, just let me know. I can't guarantee I'll get it in one shot but I've definitely done this a couple of times before. __________________ Vanguard V2 Exhaust//Vishnu DCI//ACM Angel Eyes
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TiAg335i Trance Life 315 Rep 4,706 Posts Drives: 2007 E92 335i Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Long Island, NY iTrader: (4)	Go to the install instructions for the E92 and go to the "Installation Tip" http://www.luxangeleyes.com/products I'm in Rockville Centre __________________ Vanguard V2 Exhaust//Vishnu DCI//ACM Angel Eyes
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madeinhongkong Brigadier General 301 Rep 4,126 Posts Drives: e90 M3 Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: NYC iTrader: (26)	damn do you have a garage??? it's madd shitty out, you don't want to get that bulb wet...
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jbarrec Second Lieutenant 16 Rep 244 Posts Drives: Montego Blue 335i Coupe Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Farmingville, NY iTrader: (0)	I am still prob gonna wait till tomorrow though. I don't even want anything to drip into the headlight casing. __________________ 07' MB e92 335i \| JB3 2.0 \| DCI \| 15% Tint \| Matte Black Grills \| Amber Corner Delete
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dan99 Captain 138 Rep 621 Posts Drives: 01' 330xi / 15' M235i Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Neb iTrader: (0)	finally got it in, but I had to use some plastic tools.
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