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Amber fog lights "yes or no"

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by kperickson, Apr 7, 2014.

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  1. Apr 7, 2014 at 8:41 PM
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    just ordered yellow covers. thanks for all the input, I think MGM tacos are the only ones who can pull off the amber
     
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  2. Apr 7, 2014 at 9:27 PM
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    I've had Nokyas installed for 6 months and they are always on with my lights and no problems. I like the brightness at night and increased visibility with the headlights. I'm not convinced about the brightness of the ambers. I like mine, and the lenses stay clear when they're off.
     
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  3. Apr 7, 2014 at 9:30 PM
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    Doesn't look bad. I painted mine yellow over a year ago with no issues. To be honest I wanted yellow hids but couldn't find them at the time. Not sure where I heard it but yellow light is more visible than white light in bad weather conditions and rain in general.
     
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  4. Apr 7, 2014 at 9:44 PM
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    +1

    I just change my light bulb to PIAA ION Yellow. I preferred mine clear when they are off too.
     
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  5. Apr 8, 2014 at 5:53 AM
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    ^^ This ^^

    I don't really know. I've really noticed no difference between the yellow or stock bulbs that came with the truck during snow / rain. I've always heard that but I can't tell personally. I just like how they look when they are on, they throw out a good pattern, and it is clear when they are turned off.
     
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  6. Apr 8, 2014 at 6:04 AM
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    I've heard yellow cuts through fog better
     
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  7. Apr 8, 2014 at 6:56 AM
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    So have I.... Haven't noticed a difference with mine.
     
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  8. Apr 8, 2014 at 12:52 PM
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    These guys say yellow is no better, too:

    http://www.cartalk.com/content/do-fog-lights-work-do-they-help-you-see-through

    Have to ignore their anti-Toyota wise crack though.

    More scientific:
    http://www.newton.dep.anl.gov/askasci/phy99/phy99xx4.htm

    Added thought: With halogen and higher intensity lamps, having a yellow tint to fogs may not help/hurt penetration enough to matter; so I may just replace with yellow as a better way of identifying a vehicle in poor visibility.
    I use my fogs more for commuting into D.C. as extra lights may help keep the drivers aware of my vehicle. They drive crazy around here and every bit of vis helps. I'm considering adding side (clearance) lights if I every find a led side light I like.
     
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  9. Aug 14, 2014 at 12:38 PM
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    Hey I tried doing a search for the Lamin-x amber fog light covers, but it looks like that option is no longer available from Lamin-x. Is there any other reliable brand that sells the amber cover?
     
    Twinkie0311, Aug 14, 2014
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  10. Aug 14, 2014 at 12:46 PM
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    You have to request it in the order notes for them to cut amber.
     
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  11. Aug 14, 2014 at 12:46 PM
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    :confused:did anyone have problems with it rising on the corners?
     
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  12. Aug 14, 2014 at 1:22 PM
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    ah okay. thanks for the help. gonna be ordering a set pretty soon then.
     
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  13. Aug 14, 2014 at 1:31 PM
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    Yeah I wouldn't base it on color...
    ...I would base it on performance.
     
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  14. Sep 18, 2014 at 6:25 AM
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    How does this film holds up?
     
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  15. Sep 18, 2014 at 6:30 AM
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    I cant get enough Amber :D

    20140829_070357_zpsa6e8a1e1_049646cf61b1f42ab3e5fa45a768168ab6fb1c18.jpg
     
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    Pretty good..Have to understand your applying a film to a light that does get hot! A good install and a lil' knowledge about the film and you'll be happy with it. Cant really go wrong with fogs besides the burning issue. Just be smart about leaving the fogs running while sitting still. I always just cut mine off if I am in traffic or letting my truck idle for whatever reason
     
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  17. Sep 18, 2014 at 6:42 AM
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    Always get the light clean as possible before install..Even surrounding area's. bezel, trim work etc..all that stuff can come in contact with the film during install. After the install is done you gotta keep an eye on the film. Any spots that begin to "lift" you need to push back down immediately
     
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    :thumbsup:
     
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    I have had yellow since 2011. Amber dosnt cut it for me.
     
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