[wizardonthejob]

My passenger bulb just died and I figured I'd go ahead and get all new lamps/housings as mine are kindof faded. Anyone know anything about protuninglab.com? They have what appear to be a nice replacement set. My mechanic said I should check around before pulling the trigger to make sure fitment etc is good.

SPYDER 2009-2014 Cadillac CTS-V HID/Xenon LED DRL Projector Headlights - Chrome - HD-JH-CCTS08-AFS-OE-L-R

www.protuninglab.com

Wondering if anyone has any objections or alternative suggestions for this project.

'14 CTS-V Sedan. HID.

 

[RobF300]

first- you can find them right at $902 on ebay, and you can get them with black housings instead of chrome.
People have also been replacing just the lenses with aftermarket and reusing the housings.

they specify the following which has me wondering if you retail the adaptive forward lighting system?

NOT Compatible with Factory Halogen Headlight Models

ONLY Compatible with Factory Xenon HID Headlight with Adaptive Forward Lighting System Models

Please Re-Use All Factory Xenon HID Components

 

[wizardonthejob]

first- you can find them right at $902 on ebay, and you can get them with black housings instead of chrome.
People have also been replacing just the lenses with aftermarket and reusing the housings.

they specify the following which has me wondering if you retail the adaptive forward lighting system?

NOT Compatible with Factory Halogen Headlight Models

ONLY Compatible with Factory Xenon HID Headlight with Adaptive Forward Lighting System Models

Please Re-Use All Factory Xenon HID Components

Thanks for the reply, Rob. I wasn't sure if I would like black so I stuck with chrome. Do you think the black would pop better on my silver paint? I just found the lights on ebay I think you're talking about. Is this it?

LED DRL Xenon Black Projector Headlights Pair Set For 2008-2014 Cadillac CTS-V | eBay

[2014 Models] - NOT Compatible with New Body Style Sedan Models. DESIGNED TO FIT2008-2014 Cadillac CTS. ONLY Compatible with Factory Xenon HID Headlight with Adaptive Forward Lighting System Models. Driver & passenger side pair included.

www.ebay.com

I notice this lists the same compatibility warnings. I checked my VIN with Cadillac, I indeed have HIDs so I don't think that should be an issue.

If I were to get this set, then I guess (because the bulb in my passenger lamp is out) I would also need this:

Amazon.com: ACDelco GM Original Equipment 19352020 Headlight Bulb : Automotive

Buy ACDelco GM Original Equipment 19352020 Headlight Bulb: Headlight Bulbs - Amazon.com ✓ FREE DELIVERY possible on eligible purchases

www.amazon.com

EDITS:
(now that I'm looking, this is a halogen bulb... Looking for the HID now).
So I called Cadillac parts and they verified 19352020 is the part number for my specific VIN. I'm guessing this is an HID bulb and the Amazon listing has it wrong.

 

[RobF300]

im certain they are both made in the same factory in china. Even the pictures are identical.

all V's have HID/Xenon. But what im wondering is if you retain the adaptive headlights.

you could get the same xenon adaptive headlight in non-v CTS's but they had more chrome in them. a v headlight has less chrome but honestly it would be hard to tell the difference. Even when I viewed them side by side the difference is really subtle.

just a lot of guys go for that blackout no chrome look. I dont mind the chrome on a silver V.
somewhere I have pictures of non-v and V factory xenon lights and both cars we had were silver.

 

[wizardonthejob]

Well I'm pulling the trigger on the above mentioned items. I'll report back with my luck (or lack of) after it's all said and done. Thanks for the thoughts!

 

[LAYGO]

I'm in the same boat. My lightbar stopped working on my newer headlight that was replaced under warranty because there was a moisture inside. Now it's got a lot of moisture again when the bar stopped working. :|

 

[deshars313]

You have to swap your original AFL motor (and all other components for that matter) to the protuninglab housing. They are basically a shell that you fill with your original components. I bought them thinking (mostly hoping) they would have the AFL motor.

 

[RobF300]

You have to swap your original AFL motor (and all other components for that matter) to the protuninglab housing. They are basically a shell that you fill with your original components. I bought them thinking (mostly hoping) they would have the AFL motor.

It says "please reuse all factory xenon HID components"

I may buy these come spring time

 

[Franknv]

Why not contact Joe Horton at Big Tundra Enterprises in Greenville TN? He can modify your existing headlights anyway you want. He also has a core exchange program. He does excellent work!

 

[Ravenclaw_V]

I second big tundra, lots of members have sent their headlights to him for modification, mine are fixing to be heading there as well. I ordered new lenses from Vladi and he will send them to joe to install in your headlights.

 

[RobF300]

he does nice work but these are drop in and go , likely using the same aftermarket lenses as the rebuilds

 

[LAYGO]

he does nice work but these are drop in and go , likely using the same aftermarket lenses as the rebuilds

I messaged Big Tundra about maybe doing adding halos/demon eyes to the aftermarkets. He suggested it was a NO GO because the aftermarkets are permatexed sealed big time. I think I'm just going to have my factory headlights re-lensed and add halos/demon eyes.

 

[mememe123]

I messaged Big Tundra about maybe doing adding halos/demon eyes to the aftermarkets. He suggested it was a NO GO because the aftermarkets are permatexed sealed big time. I think I'm just going to have my factory headlights re-lensed and add halos/demon eyes.

Man, I wish we had some good aftermarket options, like all the other vehicles.
Got some Morimoto XBs for my 4runner recently, and man, those things make me jealous...

 

[RobF300]

I messaged Big Tundra about maybe doing adding halos/demon eyes to the aftermarkets. He suggested it was a NO GO because the aftermarkets are permatexed sealed big time. I think I'm just going to have my factory headlights re-lensed and add halos/demon eyes.

before lenses were sold on their own he would use the lenses from aftermarket halogen assemblies. I was just saying I'm sure the lenses are the same even if they adhere them permanently. It was always my worry that the aftermarket lenses would hold up no better than the stockers.

 

[wizardonthejob]

Well I have plenty to report. The eBay replacement headlights, while seemingly well constructed, were a no-go. The driver side adjustment bottomed out before we even got to the center of the wall and the right side HID lens (fish eye) was sunk into the housing. One AFL motor worked, the other one didn't. Suffice to say they came out immediately and were returned. Thankfully the seller had a 100% satisfaction guarantee and there was zero trouble returning them, they even paid for a shipping label. Money has been refunded.

After this experience, I'm going OEM. My driver side lamp is still in great shape so I'm just keeping it. Found a passenger side lamp (matched to my VIN) for about $1100 shipped. Just not foolin around anymore.

22755338 Headlamp - New OEM Part From GM Parts Direct | GM Parts Store

Shop Online for 22755338 and Save. We have a huge inventory of Genuine GM parts. Fast Shipping & Free Returns make us your choice for New Genuine GM Parts Direct.

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So, IMO, save the hassle and go OEM.

 

[MrSurly]

Dammit, I was really hoping for a success story on these.

 

[RobF300]

was it just the lens? you could have put new lenses on the original lights

 

[RobF300]

Dammit, I was really hoping for a success story on these.

im glad i didnt order them because I would have left them in the boxes for a couple months and probably missed the return window.

 

[MrSurly]

was it just the lens? you could have put new lenses on the original lights

First post: <My passenger bulb just died and I figured I'd go ahead and get all new lamps/housings as mine are kind of faded. >

 

[MrSurly]

im glad i didnt order them because I would have left them in the boxes for a couple months and probably missed the return window.

Oh crap! Another like me!
I have so much NIB No longer Returnable stuff!
Could I interest you in a TSP stroker crank or an AC condenser and evaporator for a Saturn Vue?