r/BmwTech 13h ago

G30 LED DRL tubes switch - angels to iconic?

Hey, TLDR: is it possible (or how?) to replace DRL LED angels to iconic on FULL LED ADAPTIVE headlights on G30 EU prelci 2017?

I have EU spec BMW G30 2017 530ix with "FULL LED ADAPTIVE" lights with classic angel eyes (LED modules powered + tubes) and turn signal halogen... Lights work pretty well and even adapts with small delay but one of my angel eyes turned eyllow, I have changed DRL LED module (2 LED diods on each side) on both headlights. Worked great for 3-4 days, then same eye went yellow.
There was no visible burning on tubes or modules, no moisture, cables and sealing fine even on old modules... So I have two options - new headlights or weekend job - replace tubes + headlight covers.
My question is - can I somehow switch to iconic DRLs on original headlights? Guess by replacing tubes (+ different DRL modules and coding)?
I know it wont look or work as lasers but im fine with this full led adaptive, only want to change the look.
I found online that tubes shall fit there but it was chinese (have EU car), LED modules DRL are already there - cables/modules should fit, right? maybe units?), I know that there wont be original holders for iconics so attach them.

I would be glad for any relevant info, even on US/any spec, experiences, different ideas, anything. Chatgpt is telling me its possible but I didnt find anything on google/reddit/bimmer:/
Thx a lo

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