bigb348 Posted January 14, 2012 Report Share Posted January 14, 2012 Hi all I just ordered a DDM tuning HID kit and I could use some advice on best location to mount ballasts, wiring, and any general tips or tricks would be greatly appreciated. I plan on using 3m auto double sided tape to mount ballasts if possible. Thanks in advanced. Brian Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mazz Posted January 14, 2012 Report Share Posted January 14, 2012 Might do a search on this site for HID. There are some photos of where some have mounted the ballasts. I would not trust the tape alone to hold the ballasts. Some have posted there were existing holes that provided mounting points. I'm waiting for warmer weather, but will be ordering a kit from RetroSolutions. Their kit seems to be top notch, and from what I've seen on this forum and others, their support and customer service is top notch as well. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wlepse Posted January 14, 2012 Report Share Posted January 14, 2012 As Mazz suggested there are several threads with pics. I also agree that double stick tape is likely going to be a problem especially if you do it now. I have never had good luck with getting good adherence when it is cold. It will hold just long enough for you to think it si OK then let loose. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigb348 Posted January 14, 2012 Author Report Share Posted January 14, 2012 As Mazz suggested there are several threads with pics. I also agree that double stick tape is likely going to be a problem especially if you do it now. I have never had good luck with getting good adherence when it is cold. It will hold just long enough for you to think it si OK then let loose. I have checked the forum for ballast mounting locations and just popped the hood to look for suitable locations but am drawing a blank. As far as double sided tape, i would use as last resort and apply when car was sitting in my works heated garage overnight to ensure proper bonding Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dr.edge Posted January 14, 2012 Report Share Posted January 14, 2012 I have checked the forum for ballast mounting locations and just popped the hood to look for suitable locations but am drawing a blank. As far as double sided tape, i would use as last resort and apply when car was sitting in my works heated garage overnight to ensure proper bonding I used the same location that the factory ballasts use. It's on the side of the headlight assembly and is just the right size. I drilled a hole top and bottom through the supporting flange and then just ran a cable tie through it and around the ballast. It ends up being nice and secure and easily removed if necessary. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atr3yubaykor Posted January 17, 2012 Report Share Posted January 17, 2012 I cant find much info on the DDM kit either and it came with no instructions... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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