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Best aftermarket headlight replacements?

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by Hesher Lord, Jul 11, 2019.

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  1. Aug 23, 2019 at 6:20 AM
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    I just bought TYC headlight assemblies. Should I seal them prior to install??
    Can you direct me to a video on how to if they should be sealed?

    Thank You,
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  2. Aug 23, 2019 at 8:41 AM
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    Get some marine grade clear silicone and run a bead all around the headlamp. Make sure you get in between the crack between the lens and housing as most aftermarket headlights lack adequate butyl.

     
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  3. Aug 23, 2019 at 8:52 AM
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    I bought a pair of Spyder Headlights in Chrome, Projector Headlights - PRO-YD-TT05V2-LB-C. I’m not sure if I’ll put them on my truck, I’ve seen a lot of negative post about them. I’m thinking about buying a new set of stock headlights.
     
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  4. Aug 23, 2019 at 9:01 AM
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    Outxider,
    Thanks for the heads up on TYC headlight sealing.
    Will do..
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  5. Aug 23, 2019 at 9:40 AM
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    The only other thing I've noticed is that sometimes the low beam bulb socket does not want to stay fully "turned in" when you install it. Sort of a lack of friction to keep in in place. I used a zip tie to keep it in place so no moisture gets in.

    But yes, seal the shit out of the new headlights and let them dry for a day before installing.
     
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    What does "upgraded OEM" mean? I see this for sale new on Ebay. Not cheap, but less that OEM
     
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  7. Aug 30, 2023 at 7:52 AM
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    Depo lights? Does that mean headlights from headlightsdepot.com?
     
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    depo is a manufacturer.
     
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