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Super Ultimate 3rd Brake Light Build

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by MESO, Nov 30, 2017.

  1. May 31, 2019 at 9:49 PM
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    MESO

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    AWESOME ROCK LIGHT SHOWDOWN by @crashnburn80
    Thanks for all the hard work:)
    CHECK IT OUT HERE!


    If you are interested.. I have ONE of these I made as a prototype
    BD’s will get warm/hot. Smoking? That shouldn’t be normal...
    Yeah, maybe.
     
  2. May 31, 2019 at 9:55 PM
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    Not actually smoking, but nearly too hot to touch for long.
     
  3. May 31, 2019 at 10:02 PM
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    Someone had a cleaver idea for a thread, and it wasn’t mine. :)

    I measured their temp after 15 min of runtime at 135F, while hot, other rock lights are hotter.
     
  4. May 31, 2019 at 10:04 PM
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    Ok, good to know. Thanks!
     
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  5. Jun 1, 2019 at 3:52 AM
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    *********************************************** MESO Customs Mods ([USER=148809]@MESO[/USER]) *********************************************** The Gasshole Ultimate Map Lights Ultimate Dome Light Headlight Trim Plates (Not installed anymore due to Morimoto XB's intalled) Coin Tray Ultimate Turn Signals (not installed) Ultimate 3rd Brake Light (BD4-CAM) Puddle Pods Stage 2 Tails Minimalist Key Fob TRD Start/Stop Button (Red) A/C Control Knobs (Cement) Interior Chrome Delete Kit (Cement) Tacoma Door Handle Covers (Black) *********************************************** 100% LED Lighting Conversion *********************************************** Fog Lights: - Morimoto XB LED High Performance Projector Fog Lights (H11/5500K) Headlights: - Morimoto XB LED’s Brake Lights: - Meso Stage 2’s USR Revi Turn Signal Switchbacks w/ DRL Operational *********************************************** Interior *********************************************** Dashtop Multi Mount (DMM) from THE TACO GARAGE ([USER=201659]@FreshMexicanTaco[/USER]) Pitaka Magnetic Wireless Charger AJT Cement AC Vent covers *********************************************** Exterior *********************************************** N-FAB EPYX Side Steps PlastiDipped all badges Uptop Overland Alpha Cab Rack (Mat Black) *********************************************** Tint *********************************************** Windshield: 80% XPEL Front Windows: 35% XPELPrime XR Ceramic Back Doors, Back Window, Sunroof: 5% XPEL Prime XR Ceramic *********************************************** Front *********************************************** Anytime Backup Camera (Full Kit w/ Front Facing Camera) PlastiDipped Stock Grill Stealth Scoop Light w/ Amber DRL from Spartan X Customs *********************************************** Back/Bed *********************************************** Lockable Truck Bed Compartments Tailgate Removal Deterrent (Ideal Turn-Key Clamp 5Y020V 3/4"-1 3/4") Additional D-Ring Tie Down Points HitchSafe HS7000 Key Vault Yakima - Overhaul HD, Truck Bed Rack (55" Load Bars + SB Side Bar) 7.5’ Foxwing Awning (Alibaba, $125) DIY Pressurized Water Tank (5 gal) Goodyear i8000 compressor (for water tank) *********************************************** Under The Hood *********************************************** Redline Tuning QuickLIFT Hood Struts (PLUS) [USER=172624]@Mr.PowerTrays[/USER] (Blue Sea 12 Circuit PowerTray) *********************************************** Wheels *********************************************** Stock Offroad 16" Wheels Spidertrax WHS007 Blue Wheel Spacer Kit (x4) *********************************************** Tires *********************************************** Stock P275/70R16 Offroad Tires *********************************************** Misc. Stuff *********************************************** AJT DESIGN Injection Fob Case (2nd key) _
    What did you paint yours with? \m/
     
  6. Jun 1, 2019 at 4:01 AM
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    r_to_the_k

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    *********************************************** MESO Customs Mods ([USER=148809]@MESO[/USER]) *********************************************** The Gasshole Ultimate Map Lights Ultimate Dome Light Headlight Trim Plates (Not installed anymore due to Morimoto XB's intalled) Coin Tray Ultimate Turn Signals (not installed) Ultimate 3rd Brake Light (BD4-CAM) Puddle Pods Stage 2 Tails Minimalist Key Fob TRD Start/Stop Button (Red) A/C Control Knobs (Cement) Interior Chrome Delete Kit (Cement) Tacoma Door Handle Covers (Black) *********************************************** 100% LED Lighting Conversion *********************************************** Fog Lights: - Morimoto XB LED High Performance Projector Fog Lights (H11/5500K) Headlights: - Morimoto XB LED’s Brake Lights: - Meso Stage 2’s USR Revi Turn Signal Switchbacks w/ DRL Operational *********************************************** Interior *********************************************** Dashtop Multi Mount (DMM) from THE TACO GARAGE ([USER=201659]@FreshMexicanTaco[/USER]) Pitaka Magnetic Wireless Charger AJT Cement AC Vent covers *********************************************** Exterior *********************************************** N-FAB EPYX Side Steps PlastiDipped all badges Uptop Overland Alpha Cab Rack (Mat Black) *********************************************** Tint *********************************************** Windshield: 80% XPEL Front Windows: 35% XPELPrime XR Ceramic Back Doors, Back Window, Sunroof: 5% XPEL Prime XR Ceramic *********************************************** Front *********************************************** Anytime Backup Camera (Full Kit w/ Front Facing Camera) PlastiDipped Stock Grill Stealth Scoop Light w/ Amber DRL from Spartan X Customs *********************************************** Back/Bed *********************************************** Lockable Truck Bed Compartments Tailgate Removal Deterrent (Ideal Turn-Key Clamp 5Y020V 3/4"-1 3/4") Additional D-Ring Tie Down Points HitchSafe HS7000 Key Vault Yakima - Overhaul HD, Truck Bed Rack (55" Load Bars + SB Side Bar) 7.5’ Foxwing Awning (Alibaba, $125) DIY Pressurized Water Tank (5 gal) Goodyear i8000 compressor (for water tank) *********************************************** Under The Hood *********************************************** Redline Tuning QuickLIFT Hood Struts (PLUS) [USER=172624]@Mr.PowerTrays[/USER] (Blue Sea 12 Circuit PowerTray) *********************************************** Wheels *********************************************** Stock Offroad 16" Wheels Spidertrax WHS007 Blue Wheel Spacer Kit (x4) *********************************************** Tires *********************************************** Stock P275/70R16 Offroad Tires *********************************************** Misc. Stuff *********************************************** AJT DESIGN Injection Fob Case (2nd key) _
    Same here if @MESO can makenit so the very center will allow for the same camera as the BD4-Cam!
     
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  7. Jun 1, 2019 at 4:04 AM
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    *********************************************** MESO Customs Mods ([USER=148809]@MESO[/USER]) *********************************************** The Gasshole Ultimate Map Lights Ultimate Dome Light Headlight Trim Plates (Not installed anymore due to Morimoto XB's intalled) Coin Tray Ultimate Turn Signals (not installed) Ultimate 3rd Brake Light (BD4-CAM) Puddle Pods Stage 2 Tails Minimalist Key Fob TRD Start/Stop Button (Red) A/C Control Knobs (Cement) Interior Chrome Delete Kit (Cement) Tacoma Door Handle Covers (Black) *********************************************** 100% LED Lighting Conversion *********************************************** Fog Lights: - Morimoto XB LED High Performance Projector Fog Lights (H11/5500K) Headlights: - Morimoto XB LED’s Brake Lights: - Meso Stage 2’s USR Revi Turn Signal Switchbacks w/ DRL Operational *********************************************** Interior *********************************************** Dashtop Multi Mount (DMM) from THE TACO GARAGE ([USER=201659]@FreshMexicanTaco[/USER]) Pitaka Magnetic Wireless Charger AJT Cement AC Vent covers *********************************************** Exterior *********************************************** N-FAB EPYX Side Steps PlastiDipped all badges Uptop Overland Alpha Cab Rack (Mat Black) *********************************************** Tint *********************************************** Windshield: 80% XPEL Front Windows: 35% XPELPrime XR Ceramic Back Doors, Back Window, Sunroof: 5% XPEL Prime XR Ceramic *********************************************** Front *********************************************** Anytime Backup Camera (Full Kit w/ Front Facing Camera) PlastiDipped Stock Grill Stealth Scoop Light w/ Amber DRL from Spartan X Customs *********************************************** Back/Bed *********************************************** Lockable Truck Bed Compartments Tailgate Removal Deterrent (Ideal Turn-Key Clamp 5Y020V 3/4"-1 3/4") Additional D-Ring Tie Down Points HitchSafe HS7000 Key Vault Yakima - Overhaul HD, Truck Bed Rack (55" Load Bars + SB Side Bar) 7.5’ Foxwing Awning (Alibaba, $125) DIY Pressurized Water Tank (5 gal) Goodyear i8000 compressor (for water tank) *********************************************** Under The Hood *********************************************** Redline Tuning QuickLIFT Hood Struts (PLUS) [USER=172624]@Mr.PowerTrays[/USER] (Blue Sea 12 Circuit PowerTray) *********************************************** Wheels *********************************************** Stock Offroad 16" Wheels Spidertrax WHS007 Blue Wheel Spacer Kit (x4) *********************************************** Tires *********************************************** Stock P275/70R16 Offroad Tires *********************************************** Misc. Stuff *********************************************** AJT DESIGN Injection Fob Case (2nd key) _
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  8. Jun 1, 2019 at 5:46 AM
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  9. Jun 1, 2019 at 6:21 AM
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    PM incoming.
     
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  10. Jun 1, 2019 at 7:56 AM
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    LED underbody/door lights (tied into dome lights)
    Any chance on a Hex7 for is access cab / gen 2 folks??
     
  11. Jun 1, 2019 at 7:59 AM
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    Possible
     
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    Will it have features like the NMO or CAM or passthrough? This may change the style of cab I buy lol. You've out done yourself for sure
     
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  13. Jun 1, 2019 at 9:14 AM
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    It probably won’t have all those options because it will be injection molded. Having a mold for every variable would cost too much.
     
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  14. Jun 1, 2019 at 10:03 AM
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    :thumbsup: :spending:
     
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  15. Jun 1, 2019 at 1:14 PM
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    Nothing - I installed it as it came from MESO.
     
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  16. Jun 1, 2019 at 4:58 PM
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    That's fair, injection molding from what I've heard it is stronger anyway. How big are the hex lights?
     
  17. Jun 1, 2019 at 5:00 PM
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    UNADJUSTEDNONRAW_thumb_28b0.jpg
     
  18. Jun 1, 2019 at 5:02 PM
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  19. Jun 1, 2019 at 5:37 PM
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    Anyone have a Baja Designs 5 pod that they want to sell that may not have installed?
     
  20. Jun 1, 2019 at 5:51 PM
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    Oh shit look at that, so we could possibly print a camera insert (or nmo, or anything really) if we so chose to (if we have access to a printer) or modify it for our needs. That housing has a ton of potential. I'm in for sure :) I'll just have to figure out what to do with my KC4-cam + 4x kc cyclones :p maybe I'll give it to a buddy with a 2nd gen tacoma. But yea I'm down like a clown man.
     
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