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HIDKitsWarehous
03-01-2009, 08:05 AM
http://www.paradox-systems.com/ebay/light1.jpg

http://www.paradox-systems.com/ebay/light2.jpg

A 10000K HID Flashlight with a 12 ft. cord that plugs into your cigarette lighter. (Sorry for the crappy phone pics)

I've made four of these so far. I made the first for myself a year ago to go camping. Its in my truck now in case of emergency. I made the last three for my brother and co-worker today.

With the swivel handle and adjustable stand, its great for camping (setting up the tent in the dark), changing a flat tire, flashing into friends' houses to let them know you're outside, etc.
It sure beats setting up a tent in the dark while awkwardly holding a mag light, as I had to watch my friends do before I pulled this thing out and lit up the entire campsite.

A rechargeable 12v battery just won't fit into it well and can get heavy. I wanted something that was lightweight to be used near the car. With the right adapter, I can use it at home too if I needed something that bright.
jeremy04/3.7
03-01-2009, 08:07 AM
Does it drain your car/truck battery?

And damn thats a bright light! :bow:
Five9Dak
03-01-2009, 08:07 AM
What kit did you use? How to?
Fluffy
03-01-2009, 08:09 AM
:jester: Nice.
HIDKitsWarehous
03-01-2009, 08:22 AM
Does it drain your car/truck battery?

And damn thats a bright light! :bow:

When I use it, the truck is usually running, and it hasn't been an issue. I have not used it extensively when the truck is off (probably 15-20 min only) and there hasn't been any noticeable issues. It can't be as bad as having your headlights on while the truck is off since its only one bulb.

What kit did you use? How to?

I used just our standard ballast for this, but any one would work. I didn't think to make a how-to when I made them but I may put one together since I have to make one more. What is tough is finding the right flashlight to use. I was only reminded of this project and had the opportunity to make more when a local store had the same flashlight I used back in stock again (in a different color). It used a 6V H3 bulb, so I was able to squeeze in a H3 HID bulb. Obviously, there also has to be enough room to house the ballast too..

:jester: Nice.

Thanks. It really has been very useful having it in the car/truck. Not just for emergencies. When I mentioned flashing my friend's house, that was a lot of fun. They definitely weren't expecting their house to get lit up like that.
jmaack727
03-01-2009, 03:43 PM
You should sell some of them. Thats a good idea right there.
HIDKitsWarehous
03-01-2009, 04:42 PM
I wouldn't mind selling a few of these, for let's say $95 (ten bucks for my time and another $5 to ship it). But I'd have to hear from people pretty quickly if they want because as I mentioned, I've had difficulty finding the right flashlight and once this store sells out, I don't know when I would be able to find more.
HIDKitsWarehous
03-09-2009, 03:36 PM
Here's a how to:

http://www.daddyprojects.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=43&Itemid=46


I also made it an instructable:
http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY_HID_Flashlight_for_your_cartruck/
HIDKitsWarehous
03-09-2009, 03:46 PM
And for anyone interested in purchasing the parts from us to make it:

http://www.hidkitswarehouse.com/hidshop/product_info.php?cPath=22&products_id=103