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Headlight Upgrade

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by elljtandthesea, Mar 1, 2021.

  1. Mar 1, 2021 at 6:19 AM
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    elljtandthesea

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    Hey all,

    I have an 06 Taco and I am looking to change out my headlights. I am not looking to spend a small fortune just put something in that looks better and projects better. I am considering these:

    https://www.protuninglab.com/hid-2lhp-tac06jm-rs.html with 6k bulbs. Will I need the wiring harness? Any other recommendations? Thanks in advance!
     
    elljtandthesea, Mar 1, 2021
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  2. Mar 1, 2021 at 6:27 AM
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    AllTacosFloat

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    AllTacosFloat If yours sank you’re entitled to compensation

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    Welcome aboard. I got a set in my garage... They leaked, or 1 leaked... That being said I like and may try and reseal it one day but also broke one of the ballast so need parts to get it 100%. I did not need anything but the kit for wiring.
     
    AllTacosFloat, Mar 1, 2021
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  3. Mar 1, 2021 at 6:58 AM
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    elljtandthesea

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    Did you install yourself? Would you recommend professional installation or?
     
    elljtandthesea, Mar 1, 2021
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  4. Mar 1, 2021 at 7:06 AM
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    gotoman1969

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    Am oem headlight housing with high quality halogen bulb can’t be beat, couple that with some DD driving fogs and you’re good to go.
     
    gotoman1969, Mar 1, 2021
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  5. Mar 1, 2021 at 7:09 AM
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    Minny Taco

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    - Dobinsons shocks and leaf pack - Level 8 MK6 wheels - 265/70/17 Goodyear Wrangler Duratracs load C - SPC UCA - Moog LCA - TRD Pro headlights - Bullet Proof Fab skid plate w/ Line-X - 3M Matte Black roof vinyl - Astrostart remote - Debadged - Black shifter bezel - Front window tint 50% - Color matched grill surround - MESO LED red/white map lights - Osram Super Bright H4 bulbs - Headlight Services upgraded wiring harness - Auxito LED reverse lights - Zulu Nylon Gear MOLLE visor cover - Truxedo Lo Pro QT tonneau - Weathertech floor mats - Weathertech vent visors - Redline Tuning Elite hood struts - OEM bed mat - AJT Design custom shift knob - AJT Design custom climate knobs - Center console organizer - Salex glove box organizer - 1" driver seat spacers - AntennaX 14" antenna - AVS door sill protectors - Trimmed OEM mud flaps - Candyapple red tow hook - Painted pinch weld and radiator frame - Custom radio knobs from Hondo Garage - Xtunes black tail lights - Black LED third brake light - Ruff Tuff Kryptek Typhon seat covers - ACEkraut license plate relocation bracket - Cali Raised Side Shooter ditch lights w/ lo-pro mounts - Subaru tweeters + Rockford Fosgate speakers - Thinkware F800 Pro dash cam - Stickers n shit
    Minny Taco, Mar 1, 2021
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  6. Mar 1, 2021 at 8:00 AM
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    AllTacosFloat

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    Yes. Headlights are pretty easy. Blind bolt on the bottom can be a pain
     
    AllTacosFloat, Mar 1, 2021
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  7. Mar 2, 2021 at 12:10 PM
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  8. Mar 2, 2021 at 12:19 PM
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    elljtandthesea

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    I would upgrade the bulbs but I have moisture collecting in the lenses and they are cracked and faded...any recommendations for how to deal with that? Thanks!
     
    elljtandthesea, Mar 2, 2021
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  9. Mar 2, 2021 at 12:19 PM
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    Minny Taco

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    - Dobinsons shocks and leaf pack - Level 8 MK6 wheels - 265/70/17 Goodyear Wrangler Duratracs load C - SPC UCA - Moog LCA - TRD Pro headlights - Bullet Proof Fab skid plate w/ Line-X - 3M Matte Black roof vinyl - Astrostart remote - Debadged - Black shifter bezel - Front window tint 50% - Color matched grill surround - MESO LED red/white map lights - Osram Super Bright H4 bulbs - Headlight Services upgraded wiring harness - Auxito LED reverse lights - Zulu Nylon Gear MOLLE visor cover - Truxedo Lo Pro QT tonneau - Weathertech floor mats - Weathertech vent visors - Redline Tuning Elite hood struts - OEM bed mat - AJT Design custom shift knob - AJT Design custom climate knobs - Center console organizer - Salex glove box organizer - 1" driver seat spacers - AntennaX 14" antenna - AVS door sill protectors - Trimmed OEM mud flaps - Candyapple red tow hook - Painted pinch weld and radiator frame - Custom radio knobs from Hondo Garage - Xtunes black tail lights - Black LED third brake light - Ruff Tuff Kryptek Typhon seat covers - ACEkraut license plate relocation bracket - Cali Raised Side Shooter ditch lights w/ lo-pro mounts - Subaru tweeters + Rockford Fosgate speakers - Thinkware F800 Pro dash cam - Stickers n shit
    I did this exact thing, most effective mod I've done so far.
     
    Minny Taco, Mar 2, 2021
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  10. Mar 2, 2021 at 12:23 PM
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    Stay away from aftermarket housings unless you plan on putting some fish in your headlights.
     
    ace96, Mar 2, 2021
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  11. Mar 2, 2021 at 2:56 PM
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    Too Stroked

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    New OEM housings with the Ultimate Headlight Upgrade for the best lighting. And you don't have to buy new housings. Plenty of good, used OEM housings for sale used if you keep your eyes open.
     
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