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El Cheapo Heated Mirrors

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by tsilliker, Oct 7, 2008.

  1. Dec 12, 2011 at 12:06 PM
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    84Hilux

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    Hey Ben- where did you order your Highlander switch from? The place I have been trying has a 3 week backorder time. Wondering if your guy has stock?
     
  2. Dec 12, 2011 at 12:24 PM
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    Benson X

    Benson X My build thread sucks...

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    If you don't draw blood, you're doing it wrong!
    I ordered online through my local dealer and picked it up at the parts counter to save on shipping costs, though they may be able to ship it to you. I don't see why they couldn't. It was there 3 days after ordering it.

    Here's their link (http://www.trademotion.com/partlocator/index.cfm?action=searchCatalogOEM&siteid=215509). Just enter part # 848714803 and select Toyota from the drop-down. Hope this helps you get it sooner!

    Today I am picking up the last 2 parts I've been waiting on. I'm excited to finally get this project started!!!
     
  3. Dec 12, 2011 at 12:29 PM
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    Toyoda Tacoma

    Toyoda Tacoma Do or Do not there is no try.

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  4. Dec 12, 2011 at 12:37 PM
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  5. Dec 12, 2011 at 1:05 PM
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    Benson X My build thread sucks...

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    If you don't draw blood, you're doing it wrong!
    Check this out!
    http://www.tacomaworld.com/forum/technical-chat/12384-muth-mirror-install-clarification.html
    (before you get boo'd outta here)
    I think the overall goal we (or myself at least) are trying to achieve is to come up with a cost effective, safe, somewhat easy, versatile, and good-looking OEM solution for heated mirrors. So far, I have been really impressed with the input/feedback/ideas from a lot of the guys in this thread.
     
  6. Dec 12, 2011 at 1:21 PM
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    84Hilux

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    I think the overall goal we (or myself at least) are trying to achieve is to come up with a cost effective, safe, somewhat easy, versatile, and good-looking OEM solution for heated mirrors. So far, I have been really impressed with the input/feedback/ideas from a lot of the guys in this thread. [/QUOTE]

    Mission Statement! :D
     
  7. Dec 12, 2011 at 6:55 PM
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    05Taco4x4

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    i don't think 848714803 is the right part #
     
  8. Dec 12, 2011 at 6:57 PM
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    05Taco4x4

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    i see, you left off the last digit
    84871-48030
     
  9. Dec 12, 2011 at 10:43 PM
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    just wanted to give you guys a heads up because i've been receiving a ton of pms. i DO NOT have the switch/plug/wires any longer. sold them well over a year ago. i believe it was someone from this thread, but i'm not positive. wish i could have helped one of you as well though. thanks fellas.
     
  10. Dec 13, 2011 at 7:27 AM
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    Benson X My build thread sucks...

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    If you don't draw blood, you're doing it wrong!
    This might help to eliminate those pesky PM inquiries:
    http://www.tacomaworld.com/forum/bu...tch-tacoma-heated-mirror-mod.html#post4178737
     
  11. Dec 13, 2011 at 10:22 AM
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    Ok, Benson X, I'm driving up to Olympia so you can install mine! LOL

    I'm just down the 5 in Vancouver
     
  12. Dec 13, 2011 at 11:33 AM
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    Benson X My build thread sucks...

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    If you don't draw blood, you're doing it wrong!
    Lol, yeah my dad already enlisted me to do his also (he bought the EXACT same truck in Pyrite Mica because he liked mine so much, how's that for flattery). I'll let you know when I post my install guide.
     
  13. Dec 13, 2011 at 2:56 PM
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    Sweet! I appreciate it. :thumbsup:
     
  14. Dec 18, 2011 at 2:23 AM
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    If you don't draw blood, you're doing it wrong!
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    Nice job. I've asked piercedtiger to add the new link to his list of mods if he hasn't already done so. Thanks for all your work creating this thread.
     
  16. Dec 18, 2011 at 9:57 AM
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    If you don't draw blood, you're doing it wrong!
    Thanks man! I was very methodical with the planning and execution of this project, and it seemed to pay off well. I added a link in piercedtiger's Cheap/Free Mods thread, but it would be nice to have a link on the main page.
     
  17. Dec 27, 2011 at 11:05 AM
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    I am planning on doing this soon, I have the factory Toyota button, connector, and bulb in my cart. I am about to order the female terminals from Ballenger, so I still need the heated elements, wire and a "add a fuse". Anyone have a link to where to get the right kind of ada a fuse setup to get power for this mod, I am fuse box illiterate... :)
     
  18. Dec 27, 2011 at 11:19 AM
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    If you don't draw blood, you're doing it wrong!
    The writeup I did should have all the necessary parts needed for this. Good luck! :)
    http://www.tacomaworld.com/forum/2nd-gen-tacomas/193528-oem-heated-mirrors-diy-mod.html#post4206444
     
  19. Jan 1, 2012 at 3:28 PM
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    disc0monkey

    disc0monkey All right. I believe ya. But my Tommy Gun don't!

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    I just completed mine using the eBay elements. I am using the highlander Oem switch. The mirrors get real hot real fast so I recommend changing the switches timer from 15 to 5 minutes. I'm going to look into doing this
     
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  20. Jan 2, 2012 at 8:44 AM
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    You may be able to replace the 555 timers resistor, but I'm sure it's surface mount and without tweezers, small iron and magnifying glass, it would be difficult. If the overall degree of heat is a concern, I'd rather opt to add a resistor inline of the output (to the elements) to reduce voltage and leave the 15 minutes alone.
    This is what I had to do when I did this with my other vehicle. The Tacoma glass is dual pane and my car is single pane. In the winter, it shock cooled and broke the mirror on the car. Shawnd who live like 4 miles from the North pole (hi hi) hasn't had any issues arise from shock cooling that I'm aware of (I'm sure he''ll chime in).
    Just providing some some options for you.
    Have fun!
     
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