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TRD Pro Tail Lights - Cracked?

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by Beanstalk, Dec 28, 2021.

  1. Dec 28, 2021 at 8:07 AM
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    Beanstalk

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    Recently had to replace the tail lights on my 2018 so made the jump to TRD Pro lights. Supposedly OEM lights from Toyota.

    Both lights have this perfectly straight "crack" on them from top to bottom. Is this normal? It feels smooth so I'm assuming maybe it's on the inside.

    Appreciate the help!

    https://imgur.com/a/6IF667E
     
  2. Dec 28, 2021 at 8:12 AM
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    That's normal, part of the mold I suppose. Same on my OEM tails
     
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  3. Dec 28, 2021 at 8:15 AM
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    Thanks! Figured it would be a little less noticeable lol
     
  4. Dec 28, 2021 at 8:15 AM
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    CPS-65 I’m good for some, but I’m not for everyone.

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    That looks like a parting line for the injection mold, but it also seems like an odd place for one. Typically, a crack will wonder. It makes me think it may be other than an OEM.
     
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  5. Dec 28, 2021 at 8:29 AM
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    On my TRD Pro
    BA0F7006-DE61-4716-8801-3A2BB0875F90.jpg
     
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  6. Dec 28, 2021 at 9:49 AM
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    Thanks for the pic. Guess I'll put em on and see how it looks.
     
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  7. Dec 29, 2021 at 8:56 AM
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    It is just injection mold lines. They are present on my 2017 OR as well. They are less prominent, but only because my lenses are red and not clear.
     
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