Factory Projector Retrofit

[Daniel12]

Hello,

I'm considering retrofitting my factory projectors with the Morimoto Mini D2S 5.0. I've never retrofitted a set of headlights before so I just want to make sure I have everything before I bake these.

1. I plan on ordering the projectors, the mounting brackets, and new rubber butyl for resealing. Is there anything else I'll need for this project?
2. Are my existing HIDs compatible with the D2S platform or do I need to buy a new set of D2S specific bulbs/ballasts to fit the Mini 5.0s?
3. Will these fit in the housing without any modification or does trimming/cutting need to be done?

Thanks!

 

[danielmid]

@16WhiteQC I think would be the one with direct knowledge on this swap.

 

[16WhiteQC]

Here is my set up using D2S 5.0's - https://www.ramforum.com/threads/ba...-upgrades-from-retroshop.178866/#post-2762085

I had mine done by Jeremy, very happy, no leaks/issues since having this done.

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You will need D2s bulbs, depending on your current HID setup and age you will either need something like these - https://www.theretrofitsource.com/d2h-xb-hid-B-D2H?quantity=1

If your HID set up is 2+ years old you might be better off getting a new D2S HID set up.
I changed out my 55W's for 35W's, was not thrilled, went back to 55W's and very, very happy (I am using the D2H bulbs @ 6K BTW, this pushes it to approx. 4800-5000K with the AR coating and 55W)

I will say this, taking apart the factory lights is not easy at all. ****, my fingers still hurt thinking about it lol.

 

[Daniel12]

Here is my set up using D2S 5.0's - https://www.ramforum.com/threads/ba...-upgrades-from-retroshop.178866/#post-2762085

I had mine done by Jeremy, very happy, no leaks/issues since having this done.

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Looking for a custom set of '13+ Ram lights? All the options are here! From mild to wild, this is the tool to build it from! The one stop shop for custom Ram lights! This light building tool features each of our options for the 2013+ Ram projector lights. Continue reading to see details on...

retroshop.us

You will need D2s bulbs, depending on your current HID setup and age you will either need something like these - https://www.theretrofitsource.com/d2h-xb-hid-B-D2H?quantity=1

If your HID set up is 2+ years old you might be better off getting a new D2S HID set up.
I changed out my 55W's for 35W's, was not thrilled, went back to 55W's and very, very happy (I am using the D2H bulbs @ 6K BTW, this pushes it to approx. 4800-5000K with the AR coating and 55W)

I will say this, taking apart the factory lights is not easy at all. ****, my fingers still hurt thinking about it lol.

Thank you! Was there any cutting/trimming involved in fitting the Mini 5.0s?

 

[16WhiteQC]

Thank you! Was there any cutting/trimming involved in fitting the Mini 5.0s?

I paid Jeremy to do all the work for me, my understanding was that it was/is a "bolt in" swap, no cutting needed.

Honestly, it was worth the price to have Jeremy do them, I have had no issues, fogging etc with them since.


The cut off and color banding is amazing with the 5.0's

 

[rpr]

Old post but was curious if the OP ever attempted this install? I’m in a similar situation. I’m trying to replace my OEM projectors (2014 Ram Laramie Limited) with the Morimoto D2S 5.0 mini projectors and even with the cheap fibrous bracket that was included in the kit I see no way to mount them in the OEM shroud.

Can anyone help or is this just not compatible with the factory projector shrouds?

 

[Daniel12]

Old post but was curious if the OP ever attempted this install? I’m in a similar situation. I’m trying to replace my OEM projectors (2014 Ram Laramie Limited) with the Morimoto D2S 5.0 mini projectors and even with the cheap fibrous bracket that was included in the kit I see no way to mount them in the OEM shroud.

Can anyone help or is this just not compatible with the factory projector shrouds?

I did do the install. The brackets had to be modified to make them line up with the holes for the 5.0s. I had to do some trimming and drilling new holes on the brackets, even used some random hardware i had laying around. Was quite annoying but didn’t see another way of getting them in.

 

[rpr]

Thanks for the quick reply. I have the RQ105 brackets. Do you know if those are the ones you had that you were able to make work with modifications?