Just installed HIDs in my high beams as well, went for a test drive, and I am happy with them. No, the brightness is not instant, but after they warm up (which takes 10 secs max), they are good to go. Even when using them intermittently, after the initial warm-up, they are at full brightness even for flashes. I don't foresee any problems but will keep the forum posted of my experience with the HID high beams.

Also, my next project is to replace the "eyelid" bulbs with LEDs. The resistor, however, intimidates me. Would anyone please be willing to explain how to wire one in detail. I, along wither many other timid forum members, would find great use of it. Thanks in advance!