V70: - Headlight conversion

Kiddle82 · Jan 27th, 2019, 10:24

Hello guys
I am looking to change my standard crappy headlight bulbs in my1999 volvo v70. I have had a look online at many LED headlights and the one that pops out are night eye. Has anyone used these lights in the past or still have them and how easy are they to fit into the existing headlight housing and the bulb it will be replacing is H7.

Many thanks

volvo again · Jan 27th, 2019, 10:35

Never used led headlight bulbs, you might find this useful -
https://www.autobulbsdirect.co.uk/bl...the-brightest/

Fitted Osram Nightbreakers in mine, much better, longer beam pattern and brighter than standard H7 bulbs.

Are the reflectors in your lights good? Make a difference if they're getting dull.

Kiddle82 · Jan 27th, 2019, 10:58

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Originally Posted by volvo again

Never used led headlight bulbs, you might find this useful -
https://www.autobulbsdirect.co.uk/bl...the-brightest/

Fitted Osram Nightbreakers in mine, much better, longer beam pattern and brighter than standard H7 bulbs.

Are the reflectors in your lights good? Make a difference if they're getting dull.

Thank you for your message my reflectors are good I just want to brighten the lights up. May I ask how much you paid for your bulbs please.

Did these bulbs fit straight into your volvo

ASt85 · Jan 27th, 2019, 11:59

Europarts have them discounted at the moment & £11.99 a pair!

https://www.eurocarparts.com/ecp/p/c...17N&1&cc5_1201

They also last as well as the original lamps even when constantly in use as DRLs.

volvo again · Jan 27th, 2019, 14:46

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Originally Posted by ASt85

Europarts have them discounted at the moment & £11.99 a pair!

https://www.eurocarparts.com/ecp/p/c...17N&1&cc5_1201

They also last as well as the original lamps even when constantly in use as DRLs.

That link is for H1 bulbs, H7 are £23.99 for twin pack
I've turned the DRL function off as I've always thought this shortened the bulb life
They are exactly the same as normal H7 fitting, no problem to change.

Kiddle82 · Jan 27th, 2019, 15:32

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Originally Posted by volvo again

That link is for H1 bulbs, H7 are £23.99 for twin pack
I've turned the DRL function off as I've always thought this shortened the bulb life
They are exactly the same as normal H7 fitting, no problem to change.

Can I ask what the DRL function is on the volvo please

Tweedle12 · Jan 27th, 2019, 16:55

DRL - Day Running Lights

Kiddle82 · Jan 27th, 2019, 17:23

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Originally Posted by Tweedle12

DRL - Day Running Lights

I don't run with them on either headlights are either on or off
Thank you for your info

volvo again · Jan 27th, 2019, 17:38

On some models there is a small switch, looks like a slotted screw head, on the lighting switch which can be used to turn on or off the day lights
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ASt85 · Jan 28th, 2019, 03:29

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Originally Posted by volvo again

That link is for H1 bulbs, H7 are £23.99 for twin pack
I've turned the DRL function off as I've always thought this shortened the bulb life
They are exactly the same as normal H7 fitting, no problem to change.

My apologies to all - I had two pages open!

The cheapest I can find are actually from Amazon @ £18.13 a pair but they price does seem to vary a lot.

https://www.amazon.co.uk/UNLIMITED-h.../dp/B00EPLCPRG

Jan 27th, 2019, 10:24	#1
Kiddle82 New Member Last Online: Feb 3rd, 2019 14:00 Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: Tiverton	Headlight conversion Hello guys I am looking to change my standard crappy headlight bulbs in my1999 volvo v70. I have had a look online at many LED headlights and the one that pops out are night eye. Has anyone used these lights in the past or still have them and how easy are they to fit into the existing headlight housing and the bulb it will be replacing is H7. Many thanks

Jan 27th, 2019, 11:59	#4
ASt85 Premier Member Last Online: Apr 24th, 2024 14:31 Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Walderslade....Kent	Europarts have them discounted at the moment & £11.99 a pair! https://www.eurocarparts.com/ecp/p/c...17N&1&cc5_1201 They also last as well as the original lamps even when constantly in use as DRLs. __________________ The saddest moment is when the one who gave you the best memories....becomes a MEMORY V70 SE 2004 2.3L T5 Geartronic, C70 2005 2.0T Automatic, Sold 2.4l 20 Valve Automatic Torslander Sold 854 GLT 20v Auto

Jan 27th, 2019, 10:35	#2
volvo again Master Member Last Online: Yesterday 11:03 Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: Presteigne, mid Wales	Never used led headlight bulbs, you might find this useful - https://www.autobulbsdirect.co.uk/bl...the-brightest/ Fitted Osram Nightbreakers in mine, much better, longer beam pattern and brighter than standard H7 bulbs. Are the reflectors in your lights good? Make a difference if they're getting dull.

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Tweedle12 Member Last Online: Yesterday 18:08 Join Date: Apr 2018 Location: Belfast	DRL - Day Running Lights

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volvo again Master Member Last Online: Yesterday 11:03 Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: Presteigne, mid Wales	On some models there is a small switch, looks like a slotted screw head, on the lighting switch which can be used to turn on or off the day lights fullsize_5172.jpg

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