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YOSHIKOUKI · 03-26-2015, 10:01 PM

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dbeiler · 03-26-2015, 10:19 PM

I'm not trying to derail this thread so I'll make this quick. Eventually I'll post a proper write-up on wiring HIDs. PM with questions if you have any.

A diode is an electrical check valve. It allows power flow in one direction but not the other.

I've scribbled together a little diagram to illustrate the diode method. Keep in mind, I've never actually used this method. I don't have HIDs on my cars. After studying the FSM, the diode method is the best I've come up with and the one I'll be using in the future.

As you can see, the diode is in place to allow power to come in on the high beam wire, yet does not allow power to backfeed when power is coming in on the low beam side.

This is what would happen without the diode. With the lighting switch set to low beam, power would flow to the HID but would also backfeed onto the high beam wire. Since the high beam wire is also connected to the high beam bulb, it would obviously illuminate. Without the diode, you would have no low beam setting. Both high and low bulbs would be illuminated in either switch setting.

One might argue that a diode should be installed on the low beam wire as well. The other end of the low beam wire won't be connected to anything (except the lighting switch) so the diode shouldn't be necessary.

And my thread contribution.

hpi10 · 03-27-2015, 08:02 AM

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Originally Posted by aoshi1

Damn. So nice. Subtlety isn't played out like that anymore. Good post man ^_^

17 or 18s?

hpi10 · 03-27-2015, 08:03 AM

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Originally Posted by Lukasss

17 or 18 s?

Zenki525 · 03-27-2015, 10:18 AM

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Originally Posted by hpi10

17 or 18 s?

18x9.5 +15

hellaslows13 · 03-27-2015, 10:22 PM

mad-ass · 03-27-2015, 10:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dbeiler

I'm not trying to derail this thread so I'll make this quick. Eventually I'll post a proper write-up on wiring HIDs. PM with questions if you have any.

A diode is an electrical check valve. It allows power flow in one direction but not the other.

I've scribbled together a little diagram to illustrate the diode method. Keep in mind, I've never actually used this method. I don't have HIDs on my cars. After studying the FSM, the diode method is the best I've come up with and the one I'll be using in the future.

As you can see, the diode is in place to allow power to come in on the high beam wire, yet does not allow power to backfeed when power is coming in on the low beam side.

This is what would happen without the diode. With the lighting switch set to low beam, power would flow to the HID but would also backfeed onto the high beam wire. Since the high beam wire is also connected to the high beam bulb, it would obviously illuminate. Without the diode, you would have no low beam setting. Both high and low bulbs would be illuminated in either switch setting.

One might argue that a diode should be installed on the low beam wire as well. The other end of the low beam wire won't be connected to anything (except the lighting switch) so the diode shouldn't be necessary.

And my thread contribution.

That's the diagram I came up with in 2013 after a bit of conversation on the lighting thread.

http://zilvia.net/f/showthread.php?t=462293&page=17

I ended up omitting the capacitor because it was simply not needed.

I've been using this setup since then on my Zenki and just got done with another one few month back using same method.(used TRS Mini H1 projector with the bi-xenon setup.)

dbeiler · 03-28-2015, 11:14 AM

^^^ Good stuff. I intended to use a diode with a much higher amp rating, but I'll use the one you listed since it's been proven sufficient and has a minimal voltage drop as compared to the larger diodes.

TMW · 03-28-2015, 02:01 PM

throwback

mad-ass · 03-28-2015, 04:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dbeiler

^^^ Good stuff. I intended to use a diode with a much higher amp rating, but I'll use the one you listed since it's been proven sufficient and has a minimal voltage drop as compared to the larger diodes.

I should also note that my low beam HID's are on their own power system with relay and separate fuse, so 1A rating diode was sufficient enough. How ever my friend's light I just got done with is getting powered off of OEM harness with out separate power source, haven't seen any downfall of the system just yet, but how often do you use the damn highbeams?

Russ · 03-29-2015, 12:38 AM

jerry_beans · 03-29-2015, 01:01 AM

This shit right here is bonkers! Well executed!

jerry_beans · 03-29-2015, 01:05 AM

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Originally Posted by hellaslows13

Ooof! I'm a sucker for deep equips!

justin240s14 · 03-29-2015, 10:17 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mad-ass

That's the diagram I came up with in 2013 after a bit of conversation on the lighting thread.

http://zilvia.net/f/showthread.php?t=462293&page=17

I ended up omitting the capacitor because it was simply not needed.

I've been using this setup since then on my Zenki and just got done with another one few month back using same method.(used TRS Mini H1 projector with the bi-xenon setup.)

Worked like a charm thank you very much

justin240s14 · 03-29-2015, 10:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dbeiler

I'm not trying to derail this thread so I'll make this quick. Eventually I'll post a proper write-up on wiring HIDs. PM with questions if you have any.

A diode is an electrical check valve. It allows power flow in one direction but not the other.

I've scribbled together a little diagram to illustrate the diode method. Keep in mind, I've never actually used this method. I don't have HIDs on my cars. After studying the FSM, the diode method is the best I've come up with and the one I'll be using in the future.

As you can see, the diode is in place to allow power to come in on the high beam wire, yet does not allow power to backfeed when power is coming in on the low beam side.

This is what would happen without the diode. With the lighting switch set to low beam, power would flow to the HID but would also backfeed onto the high beam wire. Since the high beam wire is also connected to the high beam bulb, it would obviously illuminate. Without the diode, you would have no low beam setting. Both high and low bulbs would be illuminated in either switch setting.

One might argue that a diode should be installed on the low beam wire as well. The other end of the low beam wire won't be connected to anything (except the lighting switch) so the diode shouldn't be necessary.

And my thread contribution.

Worked like a charm bro tyank you very much !!!

hpi10 · 03-29-2015, 11:29 AM

are this 18 or 19 wheels? thx guys

seagrasser · 03-29-2015, 01:07 PM

18's; 350z anniversary rims

Corbic · 03-29-2015, 01:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Russ

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Yes!!

iHateMySilvia · 03-29-2015, 03:42 PM

naVanBros

hpi10 · 03-29-2015, 11:20 PM

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Originally Posted by seagrasser

18's; 350z anniversary rims

Thanks man, its yours??

rawgarage · 03-29-2015, 11:29 PM

Got her last week. Started stockpiling parts already

ExtraGoodness · 03-30-2015, 06:42 AM

yomisiu · 03-30-2015, 07:57 AM

sp0.0ky ghost in the passenger seat

drumer_boy456 · 03-30-2015, 08:44 AM

woah just seen that!

do it sideways · 03-30-2015, 11:47 AM

Anyone know where I can get uras type 2 , real or rep bodykit anywhere? I want it so bad!
I found them for kouki but not for zenki.

bigs · 03-30-2015, 12:03 PM

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Originally Posted by do it sideways

Anyone know where I can get uras type 2 , real or rep bodykit anywhere? I want it so bad!
I found them for kouki but not for zenki.

http://uras.co.jp/Shop/html/products...roduct_id=1208

Corbic · 03-30-2015, 12:12 PM

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Originally Posted by bigs

http://uras.co.jp/Shop/html/products...roduct_id=1208

$680 dayummm

TheRealSy90 · 03-30-2015, 12:21 PM

thats cheap!

do it sideways · 03-30-2015, 02:07 PM

Noice thanks! what's the best way I can get it shipped to the U.S?

yomisiu · 03-30-2015, 02:50 PM

gtr-garage has a shipping container service for big parts

03-27-2015, 10:22 PM	#39726
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03-29-2015, 01:01 AM	#39732
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03-29-2015, 01:07 PM	#39737
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03-26-2015, 10:19 PM	#39722
dbeiler Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Lancaster county, PA Age: 33 Posts: 465 Trader Rating: (4) Feedback Score: 4 reviews	I'm not trying to derail this thread so I'll make this quick. Eventually I'll post a proper write-up on wiring HIDs. PM with questions if you have any. A diode is an electrical check valve. It allows power flow in one direction but not the other. I've scribbled together a little diagram to illustrate the diode method. Keep in mind, I've never actually used this method. I don't have HIDs on my cars. After studying the FSM, the diode method is the best I've come up with and the one I'll be using in the future. As you can see, the diode is in place to allow power to come in on the high beam wire, yet does not allow power to backfeed when power is coming in on the low beam side. This is what would happen without the diode. With the lighting switch set to low beam, power would flow to the HID but would also backfeed onto the high beam wire. Since the high beam wire is also connected to the high beam bulb, it would obviously illuminate. Without the diode, you would have no low beam setting. Both high and low bulbs would be illuminated in either switch setting. One might argue that a diode should be installed on the low beam wire as well. The other end of the low beam wire won't be connected to anything (except the lighting switch) so the diode shouldn't be necessary. And my thread contribution.

03-28-2015, 11:14 AM	#39728
dbeiler Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Lancaster county, PA Age: 33 Posts: 465 Trader Rating: (4) Feedback Score: 4 reviews	^^^ Good stuff. I intended to use a diode with a much higher amp rating, but I'll use the one you listed since it's been proven sufficient and has a minimal voltage drop as compared to the larger diodes.

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03-30-2015, 08:44 AM	#39744
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03-30-2015, 11:47 AM	#39745
do it sideways Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: wa Age: 33 Posts: 459 Trader Rating: (7) Feedback Score: 7 reviews	Anyone know where I can get uras type 2 , real or rep bodykit anywhere? I want it so bad! I found them for kouki but not for zenki.

03-30-2015, 02:07 PM	#39749
do it sideways Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: wa Age: 33 Posts: 459 Trader Rating: (7) Feedback Score: 7 reviews	Noice thanks! what's the best way I can get it shipped to the U.S?

03-30-2015, 02:50 PM	#39750
yomisiu Nissanaholic! Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: St. Pete, FL Posts: 1,675 Trader Rating: (16) Feedback Score: 16 reviews	gtr-garage has a shipping container service for big parts