1. Welcome to Tacoma World!

    You are currently viewing as a guest! To get full-access, you need to register for a FREE account.

    As a registered member, you’ll be able to:
    • Participate in all Tacoma discussion topics
    • Communicate privately with other Tacoma owners from around the world
    • Post your own photos in our Members Gallery
    • Access all special features of the site
    Quick Links: Tranny kick down cable??? Grote LED Flasher 1st Gen Hoses Camber adjustment Bolt. 2002 2.7L starts then dies immediately 1st Gen Toytec Shackle kit

Headlight bulbs

Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by Hektor, Feb 25, 2014.

  1. Feb 25, 2014 at 10:08 PM
    #1
    Hektor

    #1
    Hektor [OP] Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    Jan 7, 2010
    Member:
    #28955
    Messages:
    1,192
    Gender:
    Male
    Texas
    Vehicle:
    04 Tacoma 4x4 TRD DC v6
    I need to replace my headlight bulbs since they don't light that bright anymore. I called the dealer and they say 32 each. Is this how much the sell for??? Also how hard is it to change them??? Thanks
     
    Hektor, Feb 25, 2014
    #1
  2. Feb 25, 2014 at 10:20 PM
    #2
    RAT PRODUCTS

    #2
    RAT PRODUCTS Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    Apr 12, 2010
    Member:
    #35140
    Messages:
    13,727
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    Ryan
    Farmington, MN
    Vehicle:
    Cummins Coal Roller
    Smokin with a smarty.
    That's way too expensive. Good bulbs are about $45 for a pair. They are very easy to replace. Remove a rubber boot on the back of the housing, undo a wire clip, then pop the bulb out. Don't touch the glass of the bulb when you put the new one in.
     
    RAT PRODUCTS, Feb 25, 2014
    #2
  3. Feb 25, 2014 at 10:42 PM
    #3
    ThunderOne

    #3
    ThunderOne Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    May 20, 2009
    Member:
    #17473
    Messages:
    10,042
    First Name:
    Mitchell
    Nashville
    Vehicle:
    1ST GEN OR GTFO
    Toyota NERD
    You can get a decent set of Sylvanias for like $12. If you want silverstars or something, they'll be more like $30 for a pair? It's been a while since I've been in the halogen game.

    Like the other poster said, don't touch the glass. I like to clean bulbs off with a cotton ball and rubbing alcohol just to be sure, never know if they were touched in the factory.
     
    ThunderOne, Feb 25, 2014
    #3
  4. Feb 25, 2014 at 11:27 PM
    #4
    Yetimetchkangmi

    #4
    Yetimetchkangmi Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    Jun 19, 2013
    Member:
    #106605
    Messages:
    3,536
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    Benjamin
    Newcastle, WA
    Vehicle:
    03 Tacoma 4x4 The Yeti
    ARB front locker, Custom high clearance rear bumper, Custom plate front bumper, mile marker winch PE8, safari snorkel, Deck Plate Mod Fox 2.5 rr DSC, Camburg UCA, squeaky Dakar leafs, 5125 10" and custom 7.5" shackles, thee finest PNW pinstripes, MT-R, Nissan crew cab roof rack??? wtf is that about??? Allpro skids, Rigid duallys President McKinley CB with PA Recaro SRD with Wedge Engineering Morimoto retrofits Champion Rad - Failed Tundra brakes
    you will get MARGINAL improvement.
    I changed to Silverstars Ultra (what ever the F that means).

    Better then OEM but not what I was looking for...
     
    Yetimetchkangmi, Feb 25, 2014
    #4
  5. Feb 25, 2014 at 11:29 PM
    #5
    PcBuilder14

    #5
    PcBuilder14 Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    Jun 19, 2011
    Member:
    #58522
    Messages:
    23,312
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    Brent
    Nor Cal
    Vehicle:
    2018 Tacoma TRD Off Road 4x4
    PcBuilder14, Feb 25, 2014
    #5
  6. Feb 26, 2014 at 1:39 PM
    #6
    gman2530

    #6
    gman2530 Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    Nov 15, 2010
    Member:
    #46184
    Messages:
    695
    Gender:
    Male
    San Diego, Ca.
    Vehicle:
    04 PreRunner
    gman2530, Feb 26, 2014
    #6
  7. Feb 26, 2014 at 6:44 PM
    #7
    Norton

    #7
    Norton Senior Member

    Joined:
    Mar 10, 2011
    Member:
    #52729
    Messages:
    4,660
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    Steve
    Colorado Springs, CO
    Vehicle:
    2013 Access Cab 4x4 V6 6MT, TRD OR & Tow Packages
    Magnuson S/C w/12TRDTacoma's Qwikchange Hub & 2.5" RIP-Modded Pulley, Roostfactor's Pulley Wrap Mod; FPR Mod; JustDSM Tune via HPT MPVI2; mightytacoman Intercooler Tank; aFe POWER Magnum FLOW Pro DRY S Air Filter; OME Suspension Lift (885 Coils, Dakar Leafs, NitroCharger Sports); TRD Quickshifter w/TRD 6-Spd Knob; TRD Exhaust; NSB-AGM27F Battery w/HKB Adjustable Voltage Booster & Coupe's TRD Battery Hold Down; Goodridge SS Brake Lines; Trident904's MT ADM; BFG All-Terrain T/A KO2s on FJ SE Anthracite Rims; N-Fab 6-Step Nerf Bars; BPF TRD Skid, Tow Hook, & Cooling Panel; jsi's Locker Anytime, Up2NoGood's 2Lo Module; ramonortiz55's Always on Power Outlet Relay, ND4's Fog Light Anytime, & Crom's Speed Bleeder Mods; crashnburn80's Ultimate Headlight & Fog Light Upgrades; ThreatLevelMidnight's Wireless Charger; 4Runner 4X4 & FJ Fog Light Switches; redtaco2007-inspired LED License Plate Lights; AudioControl LC2i LOC, JL Audio XD200/2v2 Amp, Focal PS165V1 Spkrs, Sound Ordnance B-8PTD Sub, Hushmat & Noico Sound Insulation; loginfailed-inspired Speedhut Boost & AFR Gauges in a Lotek Pillar Pod; Ltd Auto-Dim/Compass/Temp/Backup Camera/Homelink mirror on ImMrYo's Mirror Lift Bracket; TacomaBeast Glove Box & Console Organizers; Husky Floor Liners; UltraGauge EM; mesojdm's Ultimate LED Dome & Map Lights & GASSHOLE; Redline Tuning QuickLIFT Elite; Mobtown Offroad Locking Bed Storage Doors; Toyota Bed Mat; Cali Raised Led Bed Stiffeners; Pop & Lock Power Tailgate Lock w/TacomaTruckParts Support Bracket; ARE Z-Series Cap, SolarGard Tint; BlendMounted & MirrorTapped Uniden R3; CravenSpeed Stubby Antenna; Amsoil Lubricants; Adam's Detailing Supplies
    Norton, Feb 26, 2014
    #7
  8. Feb 27, 2014 at 1:24 AM
    #8
    Hektor

    #8
    Hektor [OP] Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    Jan 7, 2010
    Member:
    #28955
    Messages:
    1,192
    Gender:
    Male
    Texas
    Vehicle:
    04 Tacoma 4x4 TRD DC v6
    Hektor, Feb 27, 2014
    #8
  9. Feb 27, 2014 at 9:25 AM
    #9
    gman2530

    #9
    gman2530 Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    Nov 15, 2010
    Member:
    #46184
    Messages:
    695
    Gender:
    Male
    San Diego, Ca.
    Vehicle:
    04 PreRunner
    No need to align them.......Plug & Play....

    You will like em!
     
    gman2530, Feb 27, 2014
    #9
  10. Feb 27, 2014 at 1:24 PM
    #10
    Hektor

    #10
    Hektor [OP] Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    Jan 7, 2010
    Member:
    #28955
    Messages:
    1,192
    Gender:
    Male
    Texas
    Vehicle:
    04 Tacoma 4x4 TRD DC v6

    Thanks I'll be ordering them soon. One last question they don't look bluish do they???
     
    Hektor, Feb 27, 2014
    #10
  11. Mar 1, 2014 at 12:44 PM
    #11
    gman2530

    #11
    gman2530 Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    Nov 15, 2010
    Member:
    #46184
    Messages:
    695
    Gender:
    Male
    San Diego, Ca.
    Vehicle:
    04 PreRunner
    No...... nice a clean white
     
    gman2530, Mar 1, 2014
    #11
  12. Apr 2, 2014 at 1:33 PM
    #12
    echinacea

    #12
    echinacea squiggy

    Joined:
    Mar 10, 2010
    Member:
    #32926
    Messages:
    34
    Gender:
    Male
    Connecticut
    Vehicle:
    2010 4X4 6cyl Auto Offroad
    echinacea, Apr 2, 2014
    #12
  13. Apr 2, 2014 at 7:55 PM
    #13
    PcBuilder14

    #13
    PcBuilder14 Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    Jun 19, 2011
    Member:
    #58522
    Messages:
    23,312
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    Brent
    Nor Cal
    Vehicle:
    2018 Tacoma TRD Off Road 4x4
    Then go buy it at the store? :notsure:

    I bought more than just that at the time, so I got free shipping.
     
    PcBuilder14, Apr 2, 2014
    #13
  14. Apr 3, 2014 at 5:23 AM
    #14
    echinacea

    #14
    echinacea squiggy

    Joined:
    Mar 10, 2010
    Member:
    #32926
    Messages:
    34
    Gender:
    Male
    Connecticut
    Vehicle:
    2010 4X4 6cyl Auto Offroad
    what i was saying is that they were like 35 each at the parts store....i got 2 of them for 25 online plus 11 shipping
     
    echinacea, Apr 3, 2014
    #14

Products Discussed in

ScanGauge - SG2 II Ultra Compact 3-in-1 Automotive Computer with Customizable Real-Time Fuel Economy Digital Gauges , Black , 5"
$159.99
Air Intake Snorkel Kit Fit For 2005-2015 Toyota Tacoma With 4L Right Petrol intake air snorkel kit high performance system compatible kit Replacement black Rotational Molding (2005-2015)
$89.99
Toyota AC Refresher KIT
$40.20
Amazon Basics Car Sound Deadening Mat, 9.8″ x 15.7″, 34-Piece
$54.99
Rite in the Rain Weatherproof Side Spiral Kit: TPU Fabric Cover, 4.625" x 7" Black Notebook, and Tough Mechanical Pencil (No. M973-KIT)
$56.85
Metra Axxess ASWC-1 Steering Wheel Control Interface
$63.96
REXBETI Impact Bolt & Nut Remover Set, 13+1 Pieces Bolt Extractor Tool Set with Solid Storage Case
$19.98
Genuine Toyota 89422-35010 Water Temperature Sensor
$28.99
P & S PROFESSIONAL DETAIL PRODUCTS Carpet Bomber – Professional Upholstery Cleaner, Citrus-Based Formula, Removes Grease, Dirt & Odors, Highly Dilutable, Safe for Engines & Wheel Wells - 1 Gallon
$28.95
Tymate RV Tire Pressure Monitoring System - M7-3 TPMS Tire Pressure Monitor System(0-87 PSI) with Solar Charger, RV TPMS with 4 sensors & 5 Alarm Modes, LCD Display, Auto Sleep Mode, Easy to Install
$75.98
Toyota 51900-04041 Spare Tire Carrier Assembly
$86.44
Spicer 211750-1X Center Bearing Compatible with Select Toyota Models 1995-2021
$100.71
Genuine Toyota 90369-54002 Bearing
$95.87
Dakota Digital SGI-100BT Universal Speedometer and Tachometer Interface
$113.70
Maxsa 20333 Heavy-Duty Escaper Buddy Traction Mats for Off-Road Mud, Sand, & Snow Vehicle Extraction and Recovery, Bendable, Unbreakable, Orange, 2 Pack
$107.28
BlueDriver Bluetooth Pro OBDII Scan Tool for iPhone & Android - No Subscription Fee - OBD2 Car Scanner and Code Reader - Diagnose Check Engine, ABS, SRS, Airbag & 7000+ Issues on Vehicles 1996+
$119.95
Akebono ACT436 Proact Ultra Premium Ceramic Disc Brake Pad kit, GREY
$65.55
Genuine Toyota 43340-39436 Ball Joint Assembly
$135.94
X AUTOHAUX 20pcs M10x1.0 Threads Brake Line Nut Fittings for 3/16" Steel Brake Line Tubing for Car
$12.99
M6 Black Acorn Cap Nuts, Stainless Steel 304 (18-8) Black Coating Acorn Nuts, 20Pcs-Pack
$8.49
URWOOW USB Flush Mount - 1M 3ft 3.5mm & USB 3.0 AUX Extension, Dash & Panel Mount Cable for Car, Boat, Motorcycle
$9.78
1/2-13 Acorn Cap Nuts, 304 Stainless Steel 18-8, Black Finish, 10 PCS
$8.99
NEOGET Car Horn 12V Universal Super Loud Auto Horn Electric Waterproof Low High Two Tone Fit for Any 12 Volt Vehicles Truck Pickup Boat Replacement Kit (Universal)
$18.55
Kolpin 21571 Black 3" Rhino Grip, 2 Count (Pack of 1)
$14.99
MOTOALL 1-Way Connector 11428 for Toyota Temperature Sensor Power Steering Pump Switch Connector Pigtail 1b257 for Toyota 97-11
$12.99
Slippery Pete Fluid Pump for Gallon Bottles and Wide Mouth Quart Bottles (Not for Standard Quart Bottles) - Transfer Gear Oil, Transmission and Differential Fluid, Antifreeze with This 30cc Hand Pump
$16.98
OTC 7249 Ball Joint, U-Joint, and Brake Anchor Pin Service Kit with Storage Case , Gray
$181.69
Alpine iLX-W650 7" Double DIN Touchscreen Digital Multimedia Receiver with Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
$294.99
OEMTOOLS 37342 Master Wheel Bearing Removal Tool, Wheel Bearing Installer Kit Fits Most Vehicles, Self-Centering Design, Front, Rear, and All-Wheel Drive
$399.99
ATOTO S8 Ultra Double Din Car Stereo, 7" Android in-Dash Navigation, Wireless CarPlay & Android Auto, Dual BT w/aptX HD, Gesture Operation, VSV&LRV, Built-in 4G Cellular Modem, 4G+64G, S8G2A78UL-N
$439.90
OTC 6575 Hub Grappler Kit for on Vehicle Wheel Hub and Bearing Removal
$696.98
Gorilla Automotive 21134ETBC Black 12mm x 1.50 Thread Size Chrome Finish Small Diameter 6-Lug Kit, (Pack of 24)
$49.95
Veepeak OBDCheck BLE+ Bluetooth OBD II Scanner Wireless Car Diagnostic Scan Tool Check Engine Code Reader for iOS & Android
$41.97
AISIN FHT-019 4WD Free Wheel (Locking) Hub - Compatible with Select Toyota Tacoma
$135.99
Genuine Toyota Accessories PT580-35050-SB Bed Mat for Short Bed Tacoma Models Black, 59 1/2" L X 52 1/2" W X 3/8" H
$198.25
Alpine 8" Amplified Subwoofer (PWE-S8) 120W Compact Powered 8" Car Subwoofer for Under or Behind The Seat
$323.19
Veepeak OBDCheck BLE Bluetooth OBD II Scanner Car Check Engine Light Code Reader, Auto Dual Mode Bluetooth Diagnostic Scan Tool for iOS & Android
$31.99
Midland – MXT115 - 15 Watt GMRS MicroMobile Two Way Trails Radio - Off Roading Outdoor RZR Farm - 8 Repeater Channels Extended Range - External Magnetic Mount Antenna - NOAA Weather Alerts
$155.24
Akebono - ACT976 Brake Pad Set, GREY
$57.89
Enerzen Ozone Generator 60000mg Industrial O3 Air Purifier Deodorizer (60000mg - Black)
$99.95
Toyota 2010-2024 4runner TRD 17" Matte Black Wheel PTR20-35110-BK
$279.75
F133N with LC-10 F-Series Large Body FUMOTO® Valve with Long Nipple and LC-10 Lever Clip for M12-1.25
$39.88
To Top