what kind ,and how many headlihtbulbs? - Honda Pilot

graveltravel · 09-01-2005, 08:09 PM

ive got an 03 honda pilot. just bought it this past saturday to be exact.
im wondering what kind of bulbs, and how many does it take for the headlights.
thanks in advance!

john802 · 09-01-2005, 08:15 PM

The Pilot uses 9003/H4 bulbs(high/low combination). You need 1 pair to replace the OEM.

CMasten · 09-01-2005, 08:44 PM

I have had good luck with the Sylvania Silver Stars, and wait for them to go on sale and pick up a pair for about 20 bucks. They are always on EBay also. They are a really nice white/bright bulb for the Pilot.
They just dont have a good reputation in longevity. I run them in my Pilot and Ody.

Sportymonk · 09-01-2005, 08:53 PM

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Originally posted by CMasten
I have had good luck with the Sylvania Silver Stars, and wait for them to go on sale and pick up a pair for about 20 bucks. They are always on EBay also. They are a really nice white/bright bulb for the Pilot.
They just dont have a good reputation in longevity. I run them in my Pilot and Ody.

Can you see that much of a difference on the road at night or is it just the color?

jay · 09-01-2005, 09:01 PM

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Originally posted by Sportymonk

Can you see that much of a difference on the road at night or is it just the color?

The color is definitely a factor. Whether it's brighter or blue-er or whatever is a personal decision. I preferred the Silverstars over the OEMs and others, but was concerned about longevity. Adjusting the headlights a bit upward was the best improvement, regardless of bulb.

Scoobs · 09-01-2005, 09:02 PM

Get your Silverstar bulbs from Powerbulbs in the U.K. That's where I got the bulbs for the Pilot and 4Runner. They send free via mail and arrive in about 10 days. They are the Euro spec Osram Silverstars and are better than the Silverstars sold in stores in Canada and the US.
I've had the same set of Silverstars in the Pilot for a year now and no problems. They definitely throw more light on the road than the OE bulbs. They throw a white light not a blue light. They have won several comparos in european car mags eg. Auto Express

Link

http://www.powerbulbs.co.uk/

CMasten · 09-01-2005, 09:23 PM

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Originally posted by Sportymonk

Can you see that much of a difference on the road at night or is it just the color?

Neither my wife or I would go back to a stock OEM bulb. I bought spares for both Hondas. I figure I am gonna need em

I have about 9 months on both sets. I added a pair of Hella FF75's too for when I really need to light up the roadway. I dont do enough night driving though compared to some of the folks here. I think for ten bucks a bulb they are worth it though.

What I really want is a high output LED H4!

mchan · 09-02-2005, 06:07 PM

Hey Scoobs,

which bulbs did you order? H3 Osram silverstars?

Thanks

graveltravel · 09-02-2005, 08:34 PM

yeah, im running silverstars on my 94 civic. theyre nice. but im looking more toward really blue bulbs for my wifes 03 pilot.
i think im going to get nokya's. i use those for my oem foglights.

Scoobs · 09-02-2005, 08:56 PM

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Originally posted by mchan
Hey Scoobs,

which bulbs did you order? H3 Osram silverstars?

Thanks

I ordered the 9003/H4 version of the Osram Silverstar for the Pilot. They are +50 bulbs.

I ordered Philips for the 4Runner as Osram didn't have a +50 bulb that fit the 4Runner and the Philips +30 bulb that fits the 4Runner gets better ratings than the Osram +30 bulb that fits the 4Runner. Both vehicles have had the bulbs for @ a year now and no burn outs so far. The improvement in lighting is quite apparent.

Powerbulbs also sent a free pair of side marker bulbs with each pair of headlight bulbs I ordered.

Sportymonk · 09-02-2005, 08:59 PM

Forgive the ignorance but what is the difference between an H3 and an H4. Clicked on a link and it showed H3, H4, and an H7. Is an H7 even better?

Scoobs · 09-02-2005, 09:03 PM

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Originally posted by Sportymonk
Forgive the ignorance but what is the difference between an H3 and an H4. Clicked on a link and it showed H3, H4, and an H7. Is an H7 even better?

Shape of the bulb, connector etc are different. Only the H4 will fit the Pilot. I know there are some other threads here somewhere that explain the differences between the different types. If you put in the different types in "search" they should pop up.

Here's a link re North American spec Silvania Silverstars. People have experienced an early burnout issue with these ones.

http://hondapilot.org/forums/showthr...ht=silverstars

Here's one re installing the new bulbs.

http://hondapilot.org/forums/showthr...ht=silverstars

Sportymonk · 09-02-2005, 09:08 PM

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Originally posted by Scoobs

Shape of the bulb, connector etc are different. Only the H4 will fit the Pilot. I know there are some other threads here somewhere that explain the differences between the different types. If you put in the different types in "search" they should pop up.

Thanks but I am puzzled. Why do so many pics show H3s and people asking if t=somebody bought the H3 or the H4 if the H$ is the only one that fits the Pilot?

Scoobs · 09-02-2005, 09:16 PM

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Originally posted by Sportymonk

Thanks but I am puzzled. Why do so many pics show H3s and people asking if t=somebody bought the H3 or the H4 if the H$ is the only one that fits the Pilot?

I believe people are putting the H3 bulbs in their foglights and the H4's in the headlights. The H3 does not have the proper connector to be used in the headlights.The confusing thing is that an H4 bulb is also called a 9003 bulb. The use of a 4 or a 3 depending on the nomenclature may be a confusing factor.

Sportymonk · 09-02-2005, 09:55 PM

Just checked on price of twin pack of PIAA H4s. About $55 but they are labled, " Not approved by DOT. For use on showcar and off-road use."

Do Silverstars carry this discalimer also? PIAA seem pricey at $55 if you can get Siverstars for $10 each or $20 a pair.

09-01-2005, 08:09 PM	#1 (permalink)
graveltravel madvtaky0! Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: birmingham AL Posts: 107 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	what kind ,and how many headlihtbulbs? ive got an 03 honda pilot. just bought it this past saturday to be exact. im wondering what kind of bulbs, and how many does it take for the headlights. thanks in advance! __________________ praise the lowered

09-01-2005, 08:15 PM	#2 (permalink)
john802 Rip Tide Dude! Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Southern Cal Posts: 3,054 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	The Pilot uses 9003/H4 bulbs(high/low combination). You need 1 pair to replace the OEM. __________________ 2003 Honda Pilot EX Starlight Silver* OEM Full Nose Mask \| Wheel Locks \| Cross Bars \| OEM Running Boards \| Chrome Accent - OEM Running Board \| Rear Splash Guard \| OEM '04 Horn \| Cloud-Rider Spectare Black Stainless Steel Grille Screen & Bumper Combo \| Thule Ski Rack #725 \| Thule Snowboard Carrier #575 \|OEM All Season Floor Mats \|OEM Cargo Tray \| Pilot Motorsports #PM555 Stainless Steel Exhaust Tips \| PowerStation Pro Portable Charger/Compressor/Emergency Light \| Tire Step Ladder \| Eurodezigns Blue Xenon H4 Bulbs & H3 Fog Light Bulbs \| Infinity Kappa Speakers \| Dynamat Original/Extreme \| Complete Set of 3M Protector \| 3M Metallic Tint \| Covercraft Noah Custom Cover \| Microtune #141X Antenna Amplifier \| Dashmat Dash Cover \| Full Size Spare Tire \| Broadway Napolex BW-86 Wide Inside Rear View Mirror \| Complete Sets of Dark Smoke WeatherTech WeatherFlectors \| Westin Black Rear Bumper Guard \| 3rd Brake Light Mod \| 6 Disc CD Changer \| ______________________________ The dawn of love would be the end of pleasure!

09-01-2005, 09:02 PM	#6 (permalink)
Scoobs Registered User Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Clarington, Ontario Posts: 1,207 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Get your Silverstar bulbs from Powerbulbs in the U.K. That's where I got the bulbs for the Pilot and 4Runner. They send free via mail and arrive in about 10 days. They are the Euro spec Osram Silverstars and are better than the Silverstars sold in stores in Canada and the US. I've had the same set of Silverstars in the Pilot for a year now and no problems. They definitely throw more light on the road than the OE bulbs. They throw a white light not a blue light. They have won several comparos in european car mags eg. Auto Express Link http://www.powerbulbs.co.uk/ __________________ 2003 SS EX-L , Towing Package, Crossbars, Chrome Trim, Separation Net ( To keep the real Scoobs in the back ) , Rear Splashguards, Chrome Exhaust Tips, PowerBulbs PowerPlus +50 bulbs (great bulbs) -- Replaced with 2008 RAV4 V6 Sport 2004 Titanium Silver Toyota 4Runner SR5 Sport V8, Philips +30 Premium -- Replaced with 2007 4Runner Limited V8

09-02-2005, 06:07 PM	#8 (permalink)
mchan Super Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: San Francisco Bay Area Posts: 431 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Hey Scoobs, which bulbs did you order? H3 Osram silverstars? Thanks __________________ 04 LX Sage Brush Pearl, Voxx 17" wheels with 255-60/17 Goodyear Triple Tread, wwong pads, rear window tint, roof rack, rear mud guard, husky all weather mats, rear cargo net/cover. Pilot exhaust tips. Thule Cascade 1500 cargo box. Westin Oval tube steps. Hella fog lamps. Alpine MP3 player, Infinity speakers in all doors. Mobile 1, retro-solutions 4300 HID

09-02-2005, 08:34 PM	#9 (permalink)
graveltravel madvtaky0! Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: birmingham AL Posts: 107 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	yeah, im running silverstars on my 94 civic. theyre nice. but im looking more toward really blue bulbs for my wifes 03 pilot. i think im going to get nokya's. i use those for my oem foglights. __________________ praise the lowered

09-01-2005, 08:44 PM	#3 (permalink)
CMasten Super Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Claremont, CA Posts: 1,568 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I have had good luck with the Sylvania Silver Stars, and wait for them to go on sale and pick up a pair for about 20 bucks. They are always on EBay also. They are a really nice white/bright bulb for the Pilot. They just dont have a good reputation in longevity. I run them in my Pilot and Ody.

09-02-2005, 08:59 PM	#11 (permalink)
Sportymonk Super Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Rocky Mount NC Posts: 2,413 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Forgive the ignorance but what is the difference between an H3 and an H4. Clicked on a link and it showed H3, H4, and an H7. Is an H7 even better? __________________ Eagles may soar, but foxes dont get sucked into jet engines. 2005 Steel Blue Metallic EX-L with iPod P.I.E. X3 interface (keeps the cd changer!!), LED lights in doors and overhead, tow package, cargo shield, crossbars (self installed), WWongs stuff, cargo liner, extended warranty. All but the tow pkg at great saving through our sponsor hondacuraworld. 17 - 24 MPG with mileage removed for both the best and the worst atypical mileages. 183,000 miles since June 29, 2005

09-02-2005, 09:55 PM	#15 (permalink)
Sportymonk Super Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Rocky Mount NC Posts: 2,413 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Just checked on price of twin pack of PIAA H4s. About $55 but they are labled, " Not approved by DOT. For use on showcar and off-road use." Do Silverstars carry this discalimer also? PIAA seem pricey at $55 if you can get Siverstars for $10 each or $20 a pair. __________________ Eagles may soar, but foxes dont get sucked into jet engines. 2005 Steel Blue Metallic EX-L with iPod P.I.E. X3 interface (keeps the cd changer!!), LED lights in doors and overhead, tow package, cargo shield, crossbars (self installed), WWongs stuff, cargo liner, extended warranty. All but the tow pkg at great saving through our sponsor hondacuraworld. 17 - 24 MPG with mileage removed for both the best and the worst atypical mileages. 183,000 miles since June 29, 2005

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