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Old Apr 20, 2015 | 01:35 AM
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Thumbs up LED Interior and Fog Lights by Diode Dynamics

Absolutely love how my interior and fog light XML2's turned out on my '12 G37X!! So glad I ordered them!
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Old Apr 20, 2015 | 10:09 AM
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Originally Posted by Gthirtysevenx
Absolutely love how my interior and fog light XML2's turned out on my '12 G37X!! So glad I ordered them!
are those fogs HIDs or LEDs?
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Old Apr 20, 2015 | 01:32 PM
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Originally Posted by Falker11
are those fogs HIDs or LEDs?
Those are the XML2 LED replacements

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Old Apr 21, 2015 | 01:27 AM
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Yes, LEDs. Very easy to install....plug and play. It took me alot longer just to access the bulbs past the liner than it did to swap the bulbs.
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Old Apr 24, 2015 | 11:38 AM
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Nice! The simple upgrade of the interiors to anything above 5000K just makes a car look so much better!
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Old Apr 26, 2015 | 05:59 PM
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I will hopefully have my 2012 G37 tomorrow but for now I am in a 2013 loaner and the fogs are terrible. I presume they willbe the same in the 2012. I have heard some skepticism RE LED aftermarket bulbs. If my goal is brighter with a better pattern, what are my options and is my information on LEDs unfounded? Looking for options!
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Old Apr 27, 2015 | 01:29 PM
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Originally Posted by boxtwo
I will hopefully have my 2012 G37 tomorrow but for now I am in a 2013 loaner and the fogs are terrible. I presume they willbe the same in the 2012. I have heard some skepticism RE LED aftermarket bulbs. If my goal is brighter with a better pattern, what are my options and is my information on LEDs unfounded? Looking for options!
Here's a link to our research section if you would like to learn more about automotive lighting technology: Research

Our XML2 fog light LED produces 1,410 lumens, which is substantially more than factory halogen bulbs FWIW

Feel free to give us a call if you have any questions: (314) 205-3033

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Old Apr 27, 2015 | 07:46 PM
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Nick-

Good information, thank you. Digging a little deeper, my previous belief that yellow was the best color was debunked. So this leads me to the LED v. HID. Since the high-output LED is nearly the cost of the HID. Thoughts?
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Old Apr 28, 2015 | 01:31 PM
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Nick-

Good information, thank you. Digging a little deeper, my previous belief that yellow was the best color was debunked. So this leads me to the LED v. HID. Since the high-output LED is nearly the cost of the HID. Thoughts?
HID is indeed brighter, but it will involved adding ballasts and a relay (plus it's more expensive)

For bulb sizes that we offer the XML2. The XML2 is the best choice available

It's a simple plug and play installation, produces 1,410 lumens (measured) and is offered in the most popular color temperatures

It's also waterproof, not that that's a main feature lol

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Old May 5, 2015 | 02:18 PM
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I ordered the XML2 Fogs (6000K) and Reverse lights. They came yesterday, hope to install this week. Will post a review when done! Thanks for the help DD!
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Old May 6, 2015 | 09:33 AM
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Originally Posted by boxtwo
I ordered the XML2 Fogs (6000K) and Reverse lights. They came yesterday, hope to install this week. Will post a review when done! Thanks for the help DD!
Hope to see pics along with the review, boxtwo! I ordered and received my fogs, marker and city driver lights but have not had the time to take my car down to install them. She is my DD, and I am too busy on the weekends. Looking forward to hearing from your experience!
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Old May 11, 2015 | 06:03 PM
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Fog Review
Install: Fairly straightforward. Raise a front corner, undo 4 screws, bend back fender liner, find bulb, twist, pull plug, attach new plug, align in socket, twist, test, done. It took longer to raise the car than to do the install. Very simple and straightforward.

Product: Impressive design that was flawless. Good machining and electrical work. The wiring was substantial and more than adequte. The light output is impressive and the pattern is EXCELLENT. There is MUCH more lateral lighting than I expected and they do NOT overpower the low beams. The color is very close to stock low beams, although it doesn't look that way in the pics.

Overall: I am quite happy, save the price. They are expensive, but I like the light. Longevity is going to be the big factor for me at this point.

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Install: A couple of compression clips, bulb swap,and you're done. Easy.

Product: Basic light replacement that looked to be well-designed. Light output is significantly greater than stock, but of course, I forgot pics.

Overall: Great addition to the backup lighting. With 20% tint, these shed enough light to be able to see behind you fairly easily.
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Old May 11, 2015 | 11:16 PM
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I just installed the interior kits, plate lights and LED fogs and i love it. Very classy.
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Old May 12, 2015 | 02:10 PM
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Thanks for the support!

@boxtwo, they will likely outlast your G, but we back them with a hassle free 3-year limited warranty

Excellent color choice btw!!

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Old Jun 14, 2015 | 12:29 AM
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I am now going to install the LED backup bulbs. I am not sure whether to go with the HP5s (92 lumens) or the HP36 (210 lumens)....cost/benefit being the big factor. Any suggestions?
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