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I put in a set of silverstars like 2 months ago and ones burnt out already. I love the look of them when they work but for the price you think they would last longer.
I did a search to see if anyone else has had this problem and did'ent come up with much. Has anyone else had problems?
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My PIAA did the same...back to stock for me.
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this seems to be a very common occurance.. that the silverstars just don't last. I can't comment on their longevity personally, but if you replace with another set, make sure you clean the bulbs of all grease, fingerprints, etc... try your best to not touch the bulb with your fingers.
Dirt on the bulb greatly reduces the life of a bulb.
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Aren't Silverstars warrantied for a year or something along those lines?
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Quote:Aren't Silverstars warrantied for a year or something along those lines?
I doubt they are if they "fell off the back of a truck" ;) :angry:
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06-11-2004, 12:40 AM
(This post was last modified: 06-11-2004, 12:41 AM by SVTDavan.)
One of my silverstars survived a shattered fog light housing due to taking a rock, then driving home 90kms in the pouring rain. I was impressed it still worked after being exposed like that.
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i've been using them in my car for over 6months no problem at all!!
Although sylvania doens't have a warranty themselves on this bulb [nor do i obviously], i heard that if you call them and complain, they will issue a coupon for you to get a new bulb!
biggest thing is not to touch the glass, and use a little di-electric grease on the base contacts.
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I'm over 2 months on my silverstars...no issues...
however...these bulbs are nothing special...in fact...they are over-rated...and over-priced!!
I had StreetGlo bulb in for over 14 months and they kicked ass....for $30.00 they are a real great bulb!!!
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i've had my silverstar blubs since september and no problem.
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Damn that sucks I've had mine for about 5 months now and no problems.
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