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OPT7 Flux Beam LED Headlights

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by mrkabc, Jun 5, 2015.

  1. Mar 9, 2016 at 8:41 PM
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    Sure thing. .. which bulbs are you looking at? I ask because you need 3157ck bulbs to work properly.
     
  2. Mar 9, 2016 at 8:42 PM
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    Do you like the look?
     
  3. Mar 9, 2016 at 8:46 PM
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    I do ! Just like you said there the hint of blue wish was more white but I'm not complaining cuz they arrived fast and match my white parking and daylight running.
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  4. Mar 10, 2016 at 2:13 AM
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    It was a pain installing these with the rubber boots, did you guys have the same issue? I had to push the bulbs in really hard to be able to turn and lock them in.
     
  5. Mar 10, 2016 at 4:32 AM
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    Got the OPT7's installed! Super bright (brighter than my previous HID'S), no warm up time, and a cool fan noise that can be heard when your engine isn't running haha. Love the color that has a tiny hint of blue. Easy installation too! It's a little blotchy with the factory housings, but no complaints. Love 'em!
     
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  6. Mar 10, 2016 at 12:08 PM
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    I had troubles with the boot to I slid the bulb through first then put the bracket back on .
    It's so white compared to my Zxe I had love it .
     
  7. Mar 10, 2016 at 12:43 PM
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    Was everyone able to use their rubber boot when installing?
     
  8. Mar 10, 2016 at 1:29 PM
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    I used it
     
  9. Mar 10, 2016 at 2:19 PM
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    What type of bulb for the the switchbacks?
     
  10. Mar 10, 2016 at 8:17 PM
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    3157ck bulbs I got off eBay. Look at the "products discussed in this thread", they are listed there. :)
     
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    Not a very good picture but they are brighter than my past HID's. They are awesome! Very slight hint of blue/purple from far away. I'm satisfied!
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    Just cut through the rubber boots and put them on. The fans are noticeable when the engine is off, I think they're cool haha.
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  13. Mar 21, 2016 at 9:49 PM
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    Hate to quote my own post, but has anyone else bought these fog lights? Both sets of lights should be here tomorrow.
     
  14. Mar 21, 2016 at 11:20 PM
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    I went with Morimoto XB integrated fog lights from Diode Dynamics. They are very well done. Maybe someone can comment on your bulbs. I didn't think they were reviewed too well on Amazon?
     
  15. Mar 22, 2016 at 6:50 PM
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    Yea I'll be going with the retrofit source eventually, but the price difference so they're somewhat close of a color match to the headlights, I'll deal with for now.
     
  16. Mar 27, 2016 at 6:23 AM
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    Well by mistake my girlfriend bought me the H11 style for my headlights, so I was thinking just buying a correct set for my headlights... Then have matching lights in the fogs (H11) and get the correct headlights like I need (9003)

    Anyone use these in your fog lights? Was wondering how they may hold up to being more open in the bumper with all the water and dirt that gets in that area.
     
  17. Mar 27, 2016 at 9:30 AM
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    Installed Overhead Compass and Temperature Display along with outside temperature sensor and wiring; LED lights reverse backup; LED license plate lights; Added GTA Bluetooth Audio kit to stock radio for iphone audio; Spare tire steel braided air hose extension connection to rear bumper; Installed new headlights along with new bulbs PIAA H4 XTreme and for fog lights PIAA H10 XTreme bulbs. Installed new hood with "hood-scoop". Installed Predator Side Steps. Replaced front chrome grill with customized color matched (Desert Sand Mica) grill with added TOYOTA lettering (also in matched color), installed and secured tailgate anti-theft devices. Also installed a new external TPMS monitor for all 4 tires.
    Exactly how long do the OPT7 LED Headlights actually last?.....6 months?......1 year?....a couple of weeks?....just a month or two?..etc...or it just varies?

    Are they really worth the price if they only last for a short period of time?

    Any other problems encountered with these installed other than being flashed by on coming drivers?

    Noise bothersome or nah?

    http://www.amazon.com/OPT7-Headligh...-1-2550-273-1-0&sr=1-3&ymm=2008:toyota:tacoma
     
  18. Mar 27, 2016 at 11:31 AM
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    Had mine since last June. Zero issues, they are going strong. Noise? What noise? Slight hum from the fans, but the engine is far noisier, you'll never hear them. I'm still very happy!
     
  19. Mar 28, 2016 at 10:41 AM
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    Hey, thanks for the feedback. Now might just go for it and buy a pair!

    Anyone else care to give their opinion, results, etc.?
     
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    So after the ordering debacle I just went ahead and decided to put the H11 LED bulbs in my fogs and wait for the correct headlights to come in...

    HOLY COW! These are bright. Now I just need to zip tie up the wires as with the H11 you add about 12+ inches with the adapters. No fog will stand in my way now!

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