Greetings all!
I have to replace the bulb for one of the headlights on my 2001 Forrester L. When I went to the auto supply shop, I became a little confused, so I thought I'd seek clarification in this newsgroup.
At the auto supply place, they had a couple classes of bulbs I could purchase, one of which claimed to be some kind of "upgrade" that claims to be 30% brighter. I don't know whether the bulbs that came with my Forrester were of the regular variety or of the "30% brighter variety," but I think I'd just like to approximate whatever my car came with, so I don't have to replace both bulbs.
OR...is it wiser to replace both bulbs at the same time, even if one of them is still functioning?
I live in a mountainous area where the highway I take to and from work is a "daylight headlight" highway, which means my headlights end up being on almost all the time I am driving the car. Consequently, I would be particularly interested in any kind of replacement bulb that has a reputation for longevity.
Given the specifics outlined above, what type of bulb is recommended by denizens of this newsgroup?
I believe the brand of replacement bulbs at the supply store was Sylvania brand -- should I look for another brand, or order another brand, or is Sylvania okay?
Are there any particularly tricky elements to bulb replacement that I should be aware of?
Thanks in advance for any assistance!
Chuck