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    Sylvania Silverstar 9004... A poor man's review

    Sylvania Silverstar 9004
    A poor man's review

    I recently acquired a pair of Sylvania Silverstars. With a claim of "up to 20% brighter" I was sold on the idea, considering how miserably dim my headlights are. So, I installed the new bulbs. That night, I drove home and tested them out. Here are my findings:

    -They are definitely WHITER, but aren't much BRIGHTER.

    -However, they do seem to improve visibility somewhat.

    -They don't have any goofy 'blue' look to them.

    -Cleaning and polishing the lenses actually makes more of a difference than the new bulbs do.

    In terms of cost efficiency, it's probably better in the long run to get e-spec headlights. Silverstars burn out in about a year and cost up to $45 a pair. Also, most of the light loss seems to be from the old, yellow lenses.

    So, should you buy Silverstars? Only if you don't care about being able to see.
    ~Mar.

    Now say it with me... B-R-A-K-E.

    Good job!
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