harrym1964 Posted May 12, 2015 Share Posted May 12, 2015 Hi, I've been looking for some new driving lights for my series 1 and i've short listed these light force ones http://www.johncraddockltd.co.uk/series/series-1/accessories/lights/hid140-t-light-force-driving-light-lance-140mm-12v-35w-remote-ballast-5000.html i've never bought the brand before though, so was just wondering if anyone had any opinions before i take the plunge. I've bought so many cheaper ones in the past that haven't lasted very long and haven't been great quality that I don't mind paying the extra, any suggestions appreciated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
simonr Posted May 12, 2015 Share Posted May 12, 2015 Lightforce make some of the *best lights on the market - I used to have some, though not HID. * They were very bright, but I found they had too much of a pencil beam. Great for lighting up something a mile away, but not so good to show you the big hole you are about to put a wheel in! I used them with diffusers which were a huge improvement, but it rather removed the point of them! They are exceptionally well made over all, but I broke one of the mounting brackets and was surprised to say the least how much a replacement cost - it was about half the price of a complete light (in my case). Replaced it, then broke both of them! Decided to cut my losses & err, well I made some instead! Si Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
harrym1964 Posted May 15, 2015 Author Share Posted May 15, 2015 Ahh cheers! Thanks for your help, think I might give them a try. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tacr2man Posted May 18, 2015 Share Posted May 18, 2015 They are Australian origin , and they have a very good reputation , and were very high performers. Been around for about 25yrs now. The longrange (pencil beams) , are for spotting roos etc a long way ahead when you are traveling fast at night , as that's the best way of avoiding them. If you are looking for something that shows up holes and how deep they are you want a high mounted light set back behind the windscreen that doesn't cause glare on bonnet. Which is the different light requirement altogether . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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