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2nd Gen Headlight Review/Opinion

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by nvrenuf, Dec 30, 2015.

  1. Dec 30, 2015 at 6:52 AM
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    Wanting to replace/upgrade my stock headlights on my 2010. I've done the BHLM on a previous Taco, but the lenses on my current truck are cracked, faded, and hazy. I would really just like a pretty stock looking, plug & play replacement. I think I'm leaning towards LEDs. I know most aftermarket headlights get pretty negative reviews around here, but I currently don't have the means to do any type of retro fit.

    Does anyone have any experience or opinion with these headlights:

    http://www.xtralights.com/05-11-toyota-tacoma-euro-high-energy-led-headlights-black-pair

    or have a suggestion of something else that might fit the bill?

    Thanks guys! And HAPPY NEW YEAR!
     
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  2. Dec 30, 2015 at 7:06 AM
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    Depo lights at ebay and Amazon seem to hav good reviews.?
    I need new lights soon tooo.. mine got little cracks but I wanna do the bhlm accept 1e7 background.. :threadjacked:any links on that
     
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  3. Dec 31, 2015 at 5:51 AM
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    Kind of surprised there hasn't been any feedback on this one...
     
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    X2. A lot of guys on here have had good experiences with Depos. When I need new ones, that's who I'll go with.
     
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    Here's my .02

    If you're willing to pay 425 for that, mind as well retrofit it. Depos bhlm housings are what, $200 and a basic retrofit kit from TRS is about $300. So for $75 more, you can build you a nice quality retrofit without having any glare problems.
     
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    I considered that. I love the look/quality of all you guys running that setup, and I would go that route if I had someone around that had any experience tackling a project like that. I'm just not confident enough to do it on my own. I really wanted something more plug'n'play.
     
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    I feel ya. If you're anywhere near Ga, I would love to help. Not bad at all, the hard part is baking your headlights lol
     
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    I've taken that plunge before. Did the BHLM on a previous Taco...

    Really dig your truck BTW.:thumbsup:
     
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    Thanks! Good luck!
     
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