Anyone fitted H.I.D. headlights to a 60s Alfa?

["Andrew Schwartz" <andrew_s_swartz@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

I am sick of the headlights on my '67 Duetto (US spec).  They barely 
illuminate in front of me and I'm often not even sure if I've got them 
turned on.

I would like to improve my lighting without stressing the electrical system 
of the Alfa.  And H.I.D. headlights came up as a thought.  They are very 
expensive (~$500), but appear to be dramatically brighter and actually use 
less power (~35W).

I would like to combine this with remounting the lights from the inside and 
fitting the Carello covers.  Has anyone installed H.I.D. lights.  Any 
'gotchas' I should be aware of?

Thanks,
Andrew
1967 Duetto Spider
Brookline, MA

PS: Thanks to all those who replied with suggestions for mechanics in the 
Boston area.

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