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FS: Waterproof Under Bed Rail LED lights - 3rd Gen

Discussion in '3rd Gen Tacoma Parts Marketplace (2016-2023)' started by mattgecko, Sep 14, 2015.

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  1. Sep 14, 2015 at 2:50 PM
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    MATT GECKO LED's ............ LIGHTING UP TACOMA's since 2012!
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    Waterproof LED under HOOD & BED light kits:
    My LED light kits come mostly pre-assemble and are designed for the non-DIY (electrical newbie) to the experienced installer. Everything that you need to install the kit is included (except basic hand tools) and comes with easy to follow installation instructions with lots of pictures. I use super bright 5050 waterproof LED's light strips, all connections to the LED’s are soldered with shrink tubing over the connections. Light strips come with upgraded "high strength" 3M adhesive tape.


    In Stock LEDs: Cool white, warm white and red
    Special order: Blue, Green, Yellow, Pink & Ultraviolet black light




    In Stock:
    SINGLE COLOR: Cool white 6500k, warm white 3500k, red, blue, green
    DUAL COLOR: Pure white 5,000k / Red
    Special order: Yellow, Pink, Orange and UV Black Light.


    I accept Papal or mailed payments.
    If you would like more info or to place an order please click "START A CONVERSATION" (PM / Private Message) under my user name.



    • LED BED LIGHT KIT (2016 - 2023 Tacoma)
    Pre-wired (3) LED strips with "upgraded" adhesive backing tape, long power wire, zip ties, adhesive squares, bed mounted waterproof switch & switch boot cover (single color) or 3-wat waterproof switch (dual color), in-line fuse holder / fuses, heat shrink connectors & easy to follow install instructions with lots of pictures.
    Single color: 5' Short Bed / 6' Long Bed ...... $75
    Dual color: 5' Short Bed / 6' Long Bed ........ $110
    Includes USPS shipping with tracking number - USA (CANADA Add $18).


    • Optional - Under Hood Light Kit (single color)
    Pre-wired (2) long LED strips, push button switch, parts bag and install instructions.
    Purchased with bed light kit $54.00 / without $65.00

    • Optional - Soft Topper light strips
    Pre-wired (2) long LED strips, with quick disconnect plug and additional wire harness.
    Single color $45.00 / Dual color $55.00 (must have bed light kit).


    • Go Fast, RSI, RLD and other campers / popup LED light kits available on my website



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    Compatible with all tonneau covers



    Camper



    Warm White


    Cool White


    Ultraviolet

    Red
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    Once installed the lights are barely noticeable when not in use.
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    You can hose/wash out your bed with no problems
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    Bed mounted push button switch
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    Alternate switch mounting location
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    Cool White


    Warm White


    Custom Work welcome
     
    Last edited: Aug 12, 2025
    mattgecko, Sep 14, 2015
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  2. Oct 1, 2015 at 4:06 PM
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  3. Oct 1, 2015 at 4:08 PM
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  4. Oct 1, 2015 at 4:54 PM
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    The free installation is only for the 1st 2016, so I can get pictures for my gen 3 install instructions.
     
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  5. Oct 1, 2015 at 5:13 PM
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    Aw :/
     
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  6. Oct 1, 2015 at 6:14 PM
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    Sorry about that.

    If you want to purchase a kit and pick it up, I can walk you through the install it's fairly easy.

    I'm located in South San Jose.
     
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  7. Oct 1, 2015 at 6:23 PM
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    Sounds good! How hard is it to do a switch to control the led? Rather than the tailgate push button
     
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  8. Oct 1, 2015 at 7:08 PM
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    A cab mounted switch isn't difficult I can make you a tool for pulling the wire through the fire wall and include the extra wire for no charge.

    Bed mounted switch is easy also, just have to drill a hole in plastic. If your not comfortable doing that I can dlill it while your here.
     
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    Oh wow that's awesome! Is your remote a popular choice? Seems pretty awesome but would it work with either of the other options as a back up? Thanks for answering all the questions. I plan on saving up for your hood and bed kits!
     
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  10. Oct 2, 2015 at 7:17 AM
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    Yes the remote is popular and handy. All of my kits have the bed mounted switch and the remote is an add-on.
     
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  11. Oct 9, 2015 at 7:10 AM
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    can this kit be wired to work with the 2016 outside bed light (the one above the cab) or how is it wired might be a better question. It would be nice to have it hooked to the outside lamp.
     
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  12. Oct 9, 2015 at 8:16 AM
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    Yes as time permits, I do plan on putting together a kit that ties in to the oem cab light switch.
     
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    Nice. No rush, my trucks not here yet. But I like the kit. Looks great.
     
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    If I had seen this ad earlier I wouldve made the trip out there this weekend for the free install.
     
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  15. Oct 16, 2015 at 7:29 PM
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    The first 2016 bed light kit kit has shipped, pics will be posted when available.

    Thanks!
     
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  16. Oct 21, 2015 at 8:09 PM
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    Can this be wired into the utility bed light switch?
     
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  17. Oct 21, 2015 at 8:47 PM
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    Yes with the use of a relay.

    Currently I do not have install instructions for wiring to the oem switch.

    If you have a meter I can walk you through finding the wire on the back of the switch.

    Matt
     
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    How do you usually wire these? Where do you put the switch? Wire directly to power with a switch between ?
     
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  19. Oct 21, 2015 at 9:22 PM
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    Fucking look it up
    Dood the bed light install is like a 15 minute job hardest part is running the wire to the battery and keeping it away from the exhaust
     
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  20. Oct 23, 2015 at 7:52 AM
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    wire them as you see fit for your needs.

    put the switch wherever you think it will best suit you for your needs (in cab, waterproof switch in bed of truck)

    wire it directly to the battery (will be able to turn on even if truck is off), or wire it to turn off when truck is off... whichever better suits your needs.

    doesn't seem like you've ever done any electrical work on your truck - may be best to leave it to a professional.
     
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