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For those ready to order, here's the deal I got from Bill; a really great guy BTW. He's the one selling them for $29 on ebay. Please don't screw this up as he has tentatively agreed to make this an ongoing deal for us if all goes smoothly with the group buy and costs don't go up.
The HIR 9012 can replace a stock 9006/ HB4 bulb.
The HIR 9011 can replace a stock 9005/ HB3 bulb.
Now thru November 30th. IH8MUD members can purchase 9011 and 9012 HIR bulbs by sending a PayPal payment to IH8MUD@FINEMOTORING.COM Check and money orders will also work, but I don't currently accept credit cards directly (I might soon). I pack and ship as usual, just with better pricing. NO EBAY SALES, of course.
Group pricing would be $27 each for two bulbs, $25 each for four bulbs. Shipping will be a flat $5.25 to the US, which covers USPS insured mailing on up to 8 bulbs per package. Insurance has been mandatory ever since one buyer had his bulbs "stolen" from his mailbox. Combine orders with your neighbor or club member and save on shipping. Remember, these bulbs also work in a variety of vehicles, from all manufacturers.
These are brand new, never used Toshiba bulbs direct from the factory in Japan. I pack them in foam and cardboard and have never had a damage claim. I never touch the glass, and the box they come in is handy for storing your old bulbs, should you decide to revert prior to selling a car or something.
The aforementioned email address will work, both as a PayPal address and as the general email to ask questions, clarify orders, change addresses, etc. All you have to do to order is log into PayPal and send the correct amount of money. There's room in the note section to specify bulb type, quantity, etc. I usually acknowledge and confirm all the orders myself, and ship quickly to avoid bogging down. It wouldn't hurt to put "IH8MUD" in the subject line of any email communication. For now, checks and money orders will have to be made out to "Bill Fox".
Send Check and Money Orders to:
Bill Fox
3004 Douglas Rd
Ferndale, WA 98248-8909
I ship USPS Priority the same day for PayPal, ASAP for other forms of payment.
Here's ordering info once more(again, not available thru ebay- direct sales only):
2 Bulbs for $27 each, plus $5.25 shipping and insurance.
4 Bulbs for $25 each, plus $5.25 shipping and insurance.
No further savings is available beyond the 4 bulb discount unless a bulk order of 50 bulbs is desired. Let me know if your club is interested in this option.
Please take the usual precautions for halogen bulbs, keeping the glass clean and oil free.
I am not currently able to trim the bulbs, pending regulatory clarification. They are marked with white paint to simplify the minor trimming required. It's a very easy and simple job, just a few minutes with a Dremel or file; you can even use toenail trimmers, taking small "bites". Use your old bulbs for guidance, and remove the painted area of the base tabs.
Happy Motoring,
Bill
this article for the most comprehensive dissions and tests available.
For those ready to order, here's the deal I got from Bill; a really great guy BTW. He's the one selling them for $29 on ebay. Please don't screw this up as he has tentatively agreed to make this an ongoing deal for us if all goes smoothly with the group buy and costs don't go up.
The HIR 9012 can replace a stock 9006/ HB4 bulb.
The HIR 9011 can replace a stock 9005/ HB3 bulb.
Now thru November 30th. IH8MUD members can purchase 9011 and 9012 HIR bulbs by sending a PayPal payment to IH8MUD@FINEMOTORING.COM Check and money orders will also work, but I don't currently accept credit cards directly (I might soon). I pack and ship as usual, just with better pricing. NO EBAY SALES, of course.
Group pricing would be $27 each for two bulbs, $25 each for four bulbs. Shipping will be a flat $5.25 to the US, which covers USPS insured mailing on up to 8 bulbs per package. Insurance has been mandatory ever since one buyer had his bulbs "stolen" from his mailbox. Combine orders with your neighbor or club member and save on shipping. Remember, these bulbs also work in a variety of vehicles, from all manufacturers.
These are brand new, never used Toshiba bulbs direct from the factory in Japan. I pack them in foam and cardboard and have never had a damage claim. I never touch the glass, and the box they come in is handy for storing your old bulbs, should you decide to revert prior to selling a car or something.
The aforementioned email address will work, both as a PayPal address and as the general email to ask questions, clarify orders, change addresses, etc. All you have to do to order is log into PayPal and send the correct amount of money. There's room in the note section to specify bulb type, quantity, etc. I usually acknowledge and confirm all the orders myself, and ship quickly to avoid bogging down. It wouldn't hurt to put "IH8MUD" in the subject line of any email communication. For now, checks and money orders will have to be made out to "Bill Fox".
Send Check and Money Orders to:
Bill Fox
3004 Douglas Rd
Ferndale, WA 98248-8909
I ship USPS Priority the same day for PayPal, ASAP for other forms of payment.
Here's ordering info once more(again, not available thru ebay- direct sales only):
2 Bulbs for $27 each, plus $5.25 shipping and insurance.
4 Bulbs for $25 each, plus $5.25 shipping and insurance.
No further savings is available beyond the 4 bulb discount unless a bulk order of 50 bulbs is desired. Let me know if your club is interested in this option.
Please take the usual precautions for halogen bulbs, keeping the glass clean and oil free.
I am not currently able to trim the bulbs, pending regulatory clarification. They are marked with white paint to simplify the minor trimming required. It's a very easy and simple job, just a few minutes with a Dremel or file; you can even use toenail trimmers, taking small "bites". Use your old bulbs for guidance, and remove the painted area of the base tabs.
Happy Motoring,
Bill
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