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Factory Tail-light Replacement (LED > Halogen?)

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by Todd_Kobell, Sep 16, 2019.

  1. Sep 16, 2019 at 12:11 PM
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    Todd_Kobell

    Todd_Kobell [OP] Well-Known Member

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    2010 DCSB SR5, factory tail-lights with the clear center led light. I hate the look of these. Does anyone know if these will bolt right on with no modifications? https://www.carid.com/2010-toyota-tacoma-taillights/replace-factory-tail-lights-1440678.html

    I much prefer the "all-red" look, but I had to choose whether I had "factory halogen" or "factory led" when finding the parts. I'm just looking for a plug-and-play option.

    Any info or alternative suggestions is much appreciated. Thanks!
     
  2. Sep 16, 2019 at 12:21 PM
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    Muddinfun

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    Some people really like the OEM LED tail lights. You might be able to get someone to trade. Personally, I think the OEM LED lights are less visible and contribute to rearender accidents.
     
  3. Sep 16, 2019 at 12:25 PM
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    BassAckwards

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    Yes they will without issue. Swapped mine out on my 2013 for the red ones
    red2..jpg
     
  4. Sep 16, 2019 at 12:26 PM
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    Todd_Kobell

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    Thanks @Muddinfun. Do you know which years came standard with the all-red halogens as opposed to the LED?
     
  5. Sep 16, 2019 at 12:27 PM
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    Todd_Kobell

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    thanks @BassAckwards, those look so much better than the clear LED. Wanna trade? :rofl:
     
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  6. Sep 16, 2019 at 12:28 PM
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    All 05-08s had the red tail lights standard.

    Then from 2009-2011 all models got the LED tails.

    Then from 2012-2015 only the base model trucks got the red halogen tails while the nicer optioned trucks got the LED versions (SR5 and up i believe) @Todd_Kobell
     
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  7. Sep 16, 2019 at 12:29 PM
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    Lol gonna pass on that! Trying to find someone else to trade my LEDs for red ones. Shouldnt be too difficult, i've just been dragging my feet
     
  8. Sep 16, 2019 at 12:33 PM
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    Todd_Kobell

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    thanks for the info!
     
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  9. Sep 18, 2019 at 8:54 AM
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    Todd_Kobell

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    as soon as I hit that 50 post mark I'll put up a trade request, maybe I can get an even trade!
     
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  10. Sep 18, 2019 at 9:03 AM
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    You're nearly there now sir
     

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