View Full Version : *INTRODUCING* Vertex S14 Kouki Headlight Set
MadScientist
07-18-2007, 12:33 PM
INTRODUCTORY PRE-Order SALE!! (http://www.raretrick.com/index.asp?cat=1459&Page=1&Display=Yes&Back=Listings&ProductsID=7690)
http://www.raretrick.com/store/images/products/7690_detail.jpg (http://www.raretrick.com/index.asp?cat=1459&Page=1&Display=Yes&Back=Listings&ProductsID=7690)
Vertex has JUST Released these Very Very Unique Headlights!!
MSRP $500
Rare Trick List price is $475
Introductory Sale - PM for price!!
Complete with all the sockets and bulbs like an OEM headlight!!
Direct shipping from Japan to your Door is Available at extra cost!!
For now... this is an open sale!!
Orders are to be placed over Rare Trick Website @ $475... I will change price for customer after Order is placed!!
Place orders here!!! (http://www.raretrick.com/index.asp?cat=1459&Page=1&Display=Yes&Back=Listings&ProductsID=7690)
Peace
Drew
FusionR240sx
07-18-2007, 12:52 PM
hot hot hot!!
LowNismo17
07-18-2007, 01:00 PM
wonder where to get the corner lights? any insight on that?
jdmspooge
07-18-2007, 01:04 PM
Ooo Yummy! I wonder how these will look with my Vertex Lang body kit. These would be a nice addition to my collection. I think I might have to pick these up.
Awesome Deal Raretrick! Buy em and be a baller...LOL!
MadScientist
07-18-2007, 01:21 PM
FusionR240sx - you got that right!!
LowNismo17 - URAS - Crystal Clear Corner Lights - $98 a set
jdmspooge - you have PM!! Thank you!
Omarius Maximus
07-18-2007, 01:37 PM
looks like they just got rid of the projector housing. But why would you want to do that in the first place?
MadScientist
07-18-2007, 01:58 PM
looks like they just got rid of the projector housing. But why would you want to do that in the first place?
Kouki's are known for the Projector headlight...Yes!!
These Headlights are shown in the newest Option 2 Mag. and they show that Vertex not only removed the Projector but made sure these Headlight do have a Safty Standard and Quality of OEM!!
Why do something like this... because its Different, Unique, and even though these are new and very nicely Priced... not many people will opt for them, making this item Rare!!
If I did not already have JDM Kouki Headlights I would have these!!
They are Not for everyone!!
Peace
Drew
fluidd
07-18-2007, 02:07 PM
very nice! i would definitely rock these!
azndoc
07-18-2007, 02:08 PM
They do look pretty dope.
Now I just need to find a S14 for the headlights.
tacotacotaco
07-18-2007, 02:22 PM
^ha yeah buy the headlights then find the car.
Full-Lock
07-18-2007, 02:29 PM
you know you can put me down for a set
expect payment from me sometime tomorrow
Slidin240Wayz
07-18-2007, 02:50 PM
you know you can put me down for a set
expect payment from me sometime tomorrow
Topsecret, buy something for your car why don't you?
Making your car look nicer by the second...RareTrick
Bump for Drew!
I don't have a kouki, I have a zenki, and I already have my clear covers thanks to Drew at Rare Trick.
Carlos
kouki_kouki
07-18-2007, 02:59 PM
can't leave the projectors!
Chaws15
07-18-2007, 03:30 PM
PM sent!
msg lengthhhh
OptionZero
07-18-2007, 04:04 PM
Wut the...reflectors are inferior to projectors, whats the point?
ixfxi is gonna go crazy
ilokanoguy21
07-18-2007, 04:06 PM
I'm assuming these are glass??
MadScientist
07-18-2007, 04:06 PM
Chaws15 - PM Replied
TOPSECRT88 - and you know this... man!!
Slidin240Wayz - its a purdy zenki too!
ilokanoguy21 - actually they are Plastic!! Dual H1 also so you will need to modify the JDM harness... I had to do this on the JDM Kouki also... not a big deal... take the Harness plugs off the USDM and slice onto the JDM Headlight.
OptionZero - Yeah, its different all around... not trying to make these out as better then projector, but they are very high quality and still have a Safty Standard and Quality of OEM!!
Like I said... "Not for Everyone"
EMS Shipping is Available for $150... this puts it in your hands in about 1 week!!
Peace
Drew
RoscoYoungno13
07-18-2007, 04:32 PM
PMd you about lightsssss
MadScientist
07-18-2007, 04:36 PM
RoscoYoungno13 - PM Replied!!
OK... been talking with Dat @ Vertex about these... he said they are significantly brighter then the projectors!!
We dont have a light spead image yet... thats in the works!!
I'll post better pics of the Option 2 Mag review soon also!!
Peace
Drew
MadScientist
07-18-2007, 05:28 PM
OK Guys... Dat said he is closing the Container this weekend and all orders need to be in by Friday!!!
All other orders will be placed on the next shipment!!
Currently I have No Orders Placed!!
The following are pending:
TOPSECRT88
RoscoYoungno13
I would like to have 3 orders by Friday, at least!!
Thank you
Drew
Dat Vertex USA
07-18-2007, 06:28 PM
RoscoYoungno13 - PM Replied!!
OK... been talking with Dat @ Vertex about these... he said they are significantly brighter then the projectors!!
We dont have a light spead image yet... thats in the works!!
I'll post better pics of the Option 2 Mag review soon also!!
Peace
Drew
It'll be on our site soon! By the end of today. Drew will post up the mag once we get it up.
rewind
07-18-2007, 07:03 PM
Hot..........:wackit:
MadScientist
07-18-2007, 07:05 PM
OPTION 2 - July 10th
Drift Tengoku - July 16th
http://www.vertex-usa.com/images/option7-1.jpg
:bigok:
X 350GT X
07-18-2007, 07:11 PM
Drew,
So if this are directly from Japan. Don't I need to get the headlight beam pattern for LHD?
Thank You.
ilokanoguy21
07-18-2007, 09:37 PM
PM Sent.....
Dr. Moreau
07-18-2007, 10:13 PM
these are hot
like hotter than s13 bricks hot....
s14 bricks! ya heard?
FaLKoN240
07-19-2007, 01:16 AM
I think that looks super bad ass.
Any pics of the cut off? Are they LHD or RHD beam pattern?
MadScientist
07-19-2007, 09:48 AM
OPTION 2 - July 10th
Drift Tengoku - July 16th
http://www.vertex-usa.com/images/option7-1.jpg
:bigok:
X 350GT X - Beam patter is in the Top Left picture.
240FaLKoN - Beam patter is in the Top Left picture.
I honestly dont know if they are Adjustable or not (at this time)... I am assuming with all the Safty Standards and OEM Quality, they maintained the use of the Stock Back with all the Adjustments!!
Being the test was done on a JDM Kouki w/ factory bulbs, and the Vertex Kouki with what looks to have about a 5000k Bulb... I assume the Bulbs included with the Vertex Headlights are in the 5000K range!!
The side by side pic makes these so much more tempting!!!
Dat said he has only ordered 10 on this container (Closing Friday) 5 he has sold!! If your interested in these and have funds on hand... Order before Tomorrow!!
Peace
Drew
hellion240sx
07-19-2007, 03:23 PM
are tbose beam patterns with HID'S?
HEATHE
07-19-2007, 05:17 PM
will they fit 95 s14 with no mods?
OptionZero
07-19-2007, 05:24 PM
No. No. No. No. No. No. No.
Full-Lock
07-19-2007, 05:25 PM
no mods?
you'll need like the entire front end
DJ_Sunrise
07-19-2007, 06:25 PM
WTF with the stupid question? Those are Kouki lights.
Where is the Zenki love, huh? When are more/less expensive options for us gonna come up.. Gaaaawd.
-Bart
OptionZero
07-19-2007, 10:08 PM
S14 Zenki already comes with reflectors.
Final Konnexion or Supermade make clear lenses; German-spec Zenkis can get class lenses, or you can get "JDM" zenki lenses.
There are plenty of options.
It's not like Kouki owners have a ton of options: JDM lights are a little different, or you can get these, that's it. On the otherwise, the USDM kouki lights are pretty good lighting and easy to retrofit, so we don't need any aftermarket help.
khmerguy618
07-19-2007, 11:01 PM
damn these are pretty doap.
cgtdream
07-20-2007, 02:49 AM
woah those are nice...lol, if only i could afford them -_-....oh and vertex makes body kits huh?
wonder if vertex makes hoods/fenders/bumpers....imma do some google-searchin ^_^
Full-Lock
07-20-2007, 10:20 AM
they make like bonnet covers or something, to extend the hood toward the glass more, they make 12mm front fenders and full aero.
all this is for kouki, not sure about other cars
Sideways_In_SD
07-20-2007, 02:11 PM
X 350GT X - Beam patter is in the Top Left picture.
240FaLKoN - Beam patter is in the Top Left picture.
I honestly dont know if they are Adjustable or not (at this time)... I am assuming with all the Safty Standards and OEM Quality, they maintained the use of the Stock Back with all the Adjustments!!
Being the test was done on a JDM Kouki w/ factory bulbs, and the Vertex Kouki with what looks to have about a 5000k Bulb... I assume the Bulbs included with the Vertex Headlights are in the 5000K range!!
The side by side pic makes these so much more tempting!!!
Dat said he has only ordered 10 on this container (Closing Friday) 5 he has sold!! If your interested in these and have funds on hand... Order before Tomorrow!!
Peace
Drew
Everybody,
These headlights were developed for better beam distribution. If you've had a kouki for a while, I'm sure you seen the poor light distribution at night.
These were developed to optimize HID upgrades and provide better overall lighting. CarMake T&E went the extra mile to have these lights safety certified by Japanese Car Impection for use on public roads.
These lights feature:
Full-plastic construction (lighterweight than semi-glass OEM construction)
4-axis beam pattern adjustment (regardless of RHD or LHD these lights can be adjusted to provide correct beam distribution and cut-off, then readjusted if changing from Halogen to HID, or vice versa)
Includes all sockets and H1 bulbs just like OEM units
Also available are the matching Diamond-cut corner lights:
http://www.vertex-usa.com/images/accessories/lights/s14kcorner.jpg
MSRP $80
Thanks guys!
MadScientist
07-20-2007, 04:37 PM
^^^ Thank you.... That should answer basically everything!!
Vertex Kouki is ment to replace a JDM Kouki, so you will need to modify the wire harness connectors!!
**Take the USDM Connectors off (the headlights) and splice them into the JDM Kouki (Vertex) Headlights!!** done and done!!!
Peace
Drew
Steveohoes
07-21-2007, 06:23 PM
shits sweet! i would get them but i like the stock ones with projectors better
Dat Vertex USA
07-22-2007, 05:26 PM
O.K. guys,
I have a 7 more for stock coming! The container will be landing on Aug. 18th to the port. Will be at my warehouse a couple days after. Pre order your now from Rare Trick or www.vertex-usa.com (http://www.vertex-usa.com)
ladiesman8527
07-23-2007, 06:18 AM
pm price for headlights and corner lights shipped to 38017!! thanks!
Dat Vertex USA
07-23-2007, 11:40 AM
pm price for headlights and corner lights shipped to 38017!! thanks!
You've got mail!
Wut the...reflectors are inferior to projectors, whats the point?
ixfxi is gonna go crazy
exactly, ixfxi, get your ass in here.
S14 Zenki already comes with reflectors.
Final Konnexion or Supermade make clear lenses; German-spec Zenkis can get class lenses, or you can get "JDM" zenki lenses.
There are plenty of options.
It's not like Kouki owners have a ton of options: JDM lights are a little different, or you can get these, that's it. On the otherwise, the USDM kouki lights are pretty good lighting and easy to retrofit, so we don't need any aftermarket help.
yep.
Everybody,
These headlights were developed for better beam distribution. If you've had a kouki for a while, I'm sure you seen the poor light distribution at night.
These were developed to optimize HID upgrades and provide better overall lighting. CarMake T&E went the extra mile to have these lights safety certified by Japanese Car Impection for use on public roads.
These lights feature:
Full-plastic construction (lighterweight than semi-glass OEM construction)
4-axis beam pattern adjustment (regardless of RHD or LHD these lights can be adjusted to provide correct beam distribution and cut-off, then readjusted if changing from Halogen to HID, or vice versa)
Includes all sockets and harnesses just like OEM units
Also available are the matching Diamond-cut corner lights:
http://www.vertex-usa.com/images/accessories/lights/s14kcorner.jpg
MSRP $80
Thanks guys!
you're wrong in so many ways.
a 3lb glass OEM headlight is not a problem for 240.
what kind of sockets and harnesses are you talking about? the OEM kouki lighting uses a small wire harness to the H1 bulb. do these use H1 bulbs too?
the high beam is just a 9005 bulb.
there is a difference in cutoff among LHD and RHD. Just because you aim your headlight higher, doesn't mean it's correct. You must drive around with your high beams on all night.
OEM uses 3-4 axis adjustments too.
"optimize HID upgrades" LOL, dont make me bust out the math on this one. The focal point of the HID bulb will not work with these "halogen" reflectors.
All these headlights are for is for SHOW. I dont believe they have an improvement on beam/lighting out put at all. Projectors are much more superior. wider spread of light, sharp cutoff, etc.
If i had $475 and wanted better light output for my kouki, i'd do a retrofit with that money. 100 times better. I can prove it too:
Drew is just trying to sell a product. he's a sales man. Sorry drew for this post, there was too much lame info in here. It almost felt as if you were trying to sell me a Pentium 4 computer because it's JDM.
btw, Japaneses safety specs are DIFFERENT than USDM specs.
Sideways_In_SD
07-23-2007, 12:51 PM
exactly, ixfxi, get your ass in here.
yep.
you're wrong in so many ways.
a 3lb glass OEM headlight is not a problem for 240.
what kind of sockets and harnesses are you talking about? the OEM kouki lighting uses a small wire harness to the H1 bulb. do these use H1 bulbs too?
the high beam is just a 9005 bulb.
there is a difference in cutoff among LHD and RHD. Just because you aim your headlight higher, doesn't mean it's correct. You must drive around with your high beams on all night.
OEM uses 3-4 axis adjustments too.
"optimize HID upgrades" LOL, dont make me bust out the math on this one. The focal point of the HID bulb will not work with these "halogen" reflectors.
All these headlights are for is for SHOW. I dont believe they have an improvement on beam/lighting out put at all. Projectors are much more superior. wider spread of light, sharp cutoff, etc.
If i had $475 and wanted better light output for my kouki, i'd do a retrofit with that money. 100 times better. I can prove it too:
Drew is just trying to sell a product. he's a sales man. Sorry drew for this post, there was too much lame info in here. It almost felt as if you were trying to sell me a Pentium 4 computer because it's JDM.
btw, Japaneses safety specs are DIFFERENT than USDM specs.
This IS a SALES thread, NOT A TECH thread, :faint: if you babelfish the T&E japan website you'll read the same info.
"You no like, you no buy."
Everybody knows Japanese safety specs are different than US ones, that's why you don't drive GTR :mepoke:
Don't you have a post on HIDplanet to respond to? :sadwavey:
i know it's not a tech thread, but teach info was posted towards the sale. I just hope some kid doesn't feel like they were falsely advertised when they purchase these lights. Should've said that post was from their site. :P
about the safety thing, drew mentioned it a few times in this thread. with that mention, it was as if it was valid to US customers.
Dat Vertex USA
07-23-2007, 02:19 PM
As we have mentioned earlier, these lights aren't for everyone. The information we give is not made up. These lights have been recently advertised in Option Magazine, which is where we're getting our information from. So there is no false advertisement on this thread. If you like them, buy them, if you don't, no worries.
sr240dett3
07-23-2007, 02:26 PM
They need some for the S13 Silvia....
id be all over it
Sideways_In_SD
07-23-2007, 02:43 PM
i know it's not a tech thread, but teach info was posted towards the sale. I just hope some kid doesn't feel like they were falsely advertised when they purchase these lights. Should've said that post was from their site. :P
about the safety thing, drew mentioned it a few times in this thread. with that mention, it was as if it was valid to US customers.
That's fine, but you attacked the sale like these are an ebay product or something.
CarMake T&E doesn't push out random garbage product from China.
You haven't seen these operate in person, you haven't read the press release in Option 2, you haven't taken into account that these units have been designed different than regular reflector headlights.
I can tell you I have had OEM kouki headlights on my car for about 5 or 6 years now running halogen bulbs, and the beams are very concentrated, I would like wider beam patterns for my car, and that's what these units provide. I've also heard that running HID throught the OEM projector makes for a super bright, but not wide, beams of HID light.
Thanks.
MadScientist
07-23-2007, 03:16 PM
Yes this is a SALE Thread, but I said several times also that these are In No Way,"For Everyone"!!
I personally have JDM Kouki Lights on my S14, the Lighting and Adjustments are very clean and easy to adjust to LHD specs. so the Vertex (as designed) would be equally as easy!!
And WHY do you guys always figure that just because its JDM, that term alone has to be the focal point of the sale!! This is NEW!! That's IT!! God forbid just because Japan made before the US... bid deal... I am sure someone in the US is going to try and copy it, to some degree!!
I have a short fuse on this topic so I am going to show you the difference in JDM Kouki (Vertex) and the USDM Wires!!
For those who can't read... here are some pictures... and some text... well crap, now you have to read!!
This is the USDM Kouki Plugs - 2 Plugs - 2 Wires (each) small one is H1 LowBeam, bigger is 9006 or HB3 HighBeam.
http://i199.photobucket.com/albums/aa71/RareTrickMadMan/P1010411.jpg
This is a JDM Kouki Plug - 1 Plug - 4 Wires... H1 LowBeam/ H1 High Beam... Yes!! DUAL H1!!
http://i199.photobucket.com/albums/aa71/RareTrickMadMan/P1010413.jpg
1 Plug - 4 Wires
http://i199.photobucket.com/albums/aa71/RareTrickMadMan/P1010414.jpg
and for all those that say they look exactly the same... LOOK AGAIN!!
http://i199.photobucket.com/albums/aa71/RareTrickMadMan/P1010415.jpg
So lets re-cap... to make the VERTEX or JDM Kouki lights work on a USDM Kouki... you will need to swap the Connectors from the USDM Headlights... to the VERTEX or JDM Kouki Headlights... once again... TO and FROM the HEADLIGHTS!!!
I will post pictures of the JDM Kouki Light Pattern later!!
NOW... for those of you who want to wait untill every ounce of information possable can be squeezed out of the VERTEX Lights... you will be to late!!... This SALE will go till FRIDAY... after that... Website price is Finnal!!
Thank you
enjoy...
Peace
Drew
whooha1217
07-23-2007, 07:24 PM
please give me the price shipped to 08817
MadScientist
07-24-2007, 08:26 AM
please give me the price shipped to 08817
PM sent... Thank you!!
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