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New 2nd Gen owner.. what now ?

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by Paul'sFourBy, Aug 28, 2020.

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  1. Sep 16, 2020 at 3:59 PM
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    In the past 15yrs, I've probably replaced 5 or 6 sets of headlight assemblies, in various vehicles. Never went OEM, always aftermarket. Several of those vehicles are still around, and the headlights still look good & function as designed, untouched, with no fog/condensation. Just my hands-on real world experience used as DDs.
     
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  2. Sep 16, 2020 at 9:04 PM
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    Hmm.. ok. I found some aftermarket projector headlights on Amazon for $250. Should I be wary ? What brand s should I be looking for ?
     
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  3. Sep 17, 2020 at 8:01 AM
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    You can go small nice things like pull everything out and lay down sound deadening mats. Replace stereo with something with apple/android car connection.
     
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  4. Sep 17, 2020 at 11:17 AM
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    re: headlights... You may want to check ebay/craigslist/forum for used OEM units.

    I recently picked up a set of very clean take-offs for just over $100/shipped for my 06. For that price there will usually be a broken tab or two - but nothing some plastic weld and rivets can't address.

    on ebay I have good success with ronslights2015.. We emailed back and forth a few times to see what he had in stock, and he was excellent about responding quickly, and worked with me to find a good matched set. Now I just have to mount them up, once I'm done with other build projects :D


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  5. Sep 17, 2020 at 4:30 PM
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    Do you have a particular brand that you recommend?
     
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  6. Sep 17, 2020 at 4:40 PM
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    DEPO brand seems popular. Usually anything CAPA approved will get you decent quality. Though I've used some that weren't with no issues.
     
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  7. Sep 17, 2020 at 4:47 PM
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    Naw you can get factory headlights for about 400$
     
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  8. Sep 17, 2020 at 4:52 PM
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  9. Sep 17, 2020 at 4:54 PM
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    I installed “keystone” head light assembly’s in my newly inherited 08 taco back when my father in-law owned it.... probably 4 yrs ago and been happy with them.... don’t remember what the cost was... your new rig looks in very good condition... :thumbsup:
     
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  10. Sep 17, 2020 at 4:57 PM
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    Actually I only installed 1 now that iv looked at them... passenger side... a lot nicer than the drivers side.... in-laws lube guy broke the tab that holds the bulb in..... :-/
     
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  11. Sep 17, 2020 at 5:28 PM
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    Oh, schnap !
    I haven't looked for a few years, but that's a lot cheaper than i recall!
     
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  12. Sep 17, 2020 at 6:30 PM
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  13. Sep 17, 2020 at 9:59 PM
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    I'm considering LED or projections headlights.
     
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  14. Sep 17, 2020 at 10:23 PM
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    There are a couple of long threads on OEM vs LED vs Projector, one in 2nd Gen and one in 3rd Gen. Take a look at those when you can.
     
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  16. Sep 18, 2020 at 1:31 PM
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    I used this kit:
    Meguiar's Two-Step Headlight Restoration Kit
    Easy, looks great and is holding up really well.
     
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