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Rear Bumper light install

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by MnToyGuy, Jun 2, 2015.

  1. Jun 2, 2015 at 1:00 PM
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    MnToyGuy

    MnToyGuy [OP] Well-Known Member

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    I really love these things. Baja Designs S2. I'm running their Stealth 30" light bar as well.

    Had spacers made to accommodate the angles on the bumper.

    I know there a lot of Rigid Industries fans on TW, but I've always had such good luck with BD and their customer service. The mean it about lifetime guarantee. 13 years after I bought my first set of Fuego driving lights, they sent me new housings (faded), brackets (powder coat peeling) and O-rings (shot). They are slightly cheaper as well. Optics are comparable.

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  2. Jun 2, 2015 at 1:29 PM
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    NICE! Who makes the spacers?
     
  3. Jun 2, 2015 at 1:31 PM
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    Hey OP, where did you get your switches from? I've been looking for some that size and can't ever get a straight answer!
     
  4. Jun 2, 2015 at 1:34 PM
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    NAAC3TACO Middle aged member

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    Love the switches.
     
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    Nice! I need some of these f-you lights around my area. People love driving with their high beams on and leaving them on when they stop behind you at a light.
     
  6. Jun 2, 2015 at 2:48 PM
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    I had the spacers made. I have 2 extra sets $80 per set, and that's my cost. Delrin isn't cheap and neither is Solid Modeling and CNC machining

    The switches I got off ebay.

    http://stores.ebay.com/on-board-air...ubmit=Search&_fsub=5224873017&_sid=1078282987

    http://stores.ebay.com/on-board-air-usa

    They have both center and left side sizes in pretty much anything you'd want.

    The angle is pretty much dead nuts on, though they aim down about 0.5°, but it's like a 12° beam, so it is F-ing bright for anyone behind me.

    If I did it again, I'g go lower and closer in. They are actually straight across the tops, but look like they droop due to the angle of the top of the bumper.

    They are very useful work lights as well.
     
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    Looks good man! :thumbsup:
     
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    Nicely done. I'm going to have to get one of the On Board Air switched for mine.
     
  10. Jun 2, 2015 at 3:12 PM
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    Thanks Max! Seeing your Icon, do you know if someone makes a "Frank Zappa's Moustache" emblem for our grills? I like it better than the "bean wearing a sombrero"
     
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  12. Jun 2, 2015 at 3:33 PM
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    Baja Designs

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    Thank You for posting up the pics. The install looks really clean
    Post up some night shots if you get a chance..

    For future use, We do offer a 10% Forum discount for TacomaWorld members!



    Thank You,
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    1-800-422-5292 ext. 114
     
  13. Jun 2, 2015 at 4:33 PM
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    Bailey, I can do them in bulk, and the price will come down. If anyone buys the current ones and I get em cheaper, I'll refund the difference. Based one some parking lot observations they should be close to the proper angle on some Nissans, Fords and Chevys.

    RI charges $70 for theirs, so $80 isn't outrageous.

    Dammit, I could have saved 10% on the lights.

    There you go guys. RI has been a good supporter of TW, but I've always been a BD fan.

    Bailey, I expect a discount on my next order or hopefully my previous one! Do you want a picture loading a trailer or the jerk behind me with melting retinas, lol?

    And I have to add I'm not affiliated with BD at all, just used several of their products.
     
  14. Jun 2, 2015 at 4:49 PM
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    Unfortunately I cannot give the discount on orders already invoiced.
    Be sure to let me know when you're ready for some more and I'll gladly help out!
    Pictures of the lights in use are great. And if its ok with you, we will use them for social media!
    That being said, we aren't looking to promote our products as F U lights or tailgater eliminators :mudding:

    Thank You for the Support!
    Bailey, Baja Designs
     
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    Is there honestly any other reason to put lights in your rear bumper? Lol
     
  16. Jun 2, 2015 at 5:20 PM
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    Bailey, LMAO, totally understand.

    Kyle, you hit it!

    Seriously, loading a trailer at night, these things rock. Back up lights, especially with dark tinted windows, you can't beat em.
     
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