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30" Light Bar Install - Easier Than You Might Think

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by rysingsun, Dec 16, 2015.

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  1. May 11, 2017 at 7:12 PM
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    After a little more research it looks like Caliraised IS Apex... well at least they own their catalog and have taken over the manufacturing. Apex is now doing more research and design as opposed to manufacturing.
     
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  2. May 11, 2017 at 7:15 PM
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    That's what I think happened. I did speak with him earlier. I actually ordered his complete setup for the '13. Guess I need to install it and see how I like the brackets, if so I can get them to mount this bar on the '17.
     
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  3. May 11, 2017 at 7:25 PM
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    Yes we make Apex brackets and took over manufacturing, and exactly he is a designer for us now instead of the manufacturing side. By the way all of our products are free shipped same day and have no tax. The price you see is the at your door price. Let me know if you have any questions.
     
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  4. May 11, 2017 at 8:11 PM
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    Mine came with the lights. Found them here at the For Sale section.
     
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  5. May 11, 2017 at 8:22 PM
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    That was a good deal. I almost bought it too lol. I really wanted amber backlit though and I was able to find the bar and harness new for $27X shipped, so I couldn't turn that down!
     
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  6. May 12, 2017 at 5:51 AM
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    Ill try to text the seller today to see if he has a part number for the Apex mounts for you buddy
     
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  7. May 12, 2017 at 5:57 AM
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    Howdy again...was looking to possibly up the light to 300w..would this work to your knowledge? I may just order your exact setup but thought about going a little brighter..
    32" 4D LED Light Bar 300W with 8ft Wiring Harness Kit, Straight Fish Eey Lens 27000 Lumens Offroad Automotive Spot & Flood Combo Beam Work Light + Adjustable Mounting Brackets and Screws
    AUTOSAVER88 LED Light Bar 4D 32" Work Light 180W with 10ft Wiring Harness, 15000LM Straight Offroad Driving Fog Lamp Marine Boating Light IP68 WATERPROOF Spot & Flood Combo Beam
    https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06XFTCHHN/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_o0AfzbVK1WAJY
     
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  8. May 12, 2017 at 6:01 AM
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    I'm not familiar with that light bar but I don't see why not. The dimensions should be roughly the same to use the same mounting brackets. Wiring may not be the same that I wrote up but should be equally simple. I'm really happy with the brightness of mine for what it's worth but brighter is always better!
     
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  9. May 12, 2017 at 11:22 AM
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    the light bar was from Amazon the 32 inch 180w MicTuning ,the light pods are from Cli-rasied 3x2 and hood mounts,i also got the MicTuning light bar harness w/relay,also the ditch light harness w/relay from amazon.
     
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  10. May 12, 2017 at 11:29 AM
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    Anyone had any luck with the Mictuning 180w 32" bar? I know it's a China bar but reviews seem to say they are built fairly well for the price point.
     
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  11. May 12, 2017 at 11:48 AM
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    I have it and am really happy with it

     
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  12. May 12, 2017 at 11:53 AM
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    I installed this same one with the Mictuning wiring harness, OEM style switch, and Cali Raised brackets a couple of months ago and really like it. Big thanks to pwalnut and rysingsun for laying everything out so well.
     
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  13. May 12, 2017 at 2:25 PM
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    Installed one. Nice piece with a good price. Found at least 4 screws were loose and gaps between clear plastic and body can be seen. Several thing you must do before install into the Taco:
    1. Remove all the screws, and clear plastic. Apply High Temp Clear Silicon sealant and assy. back
    2. Ensure all the screws is secured. Power cord also must apply sealant at the end.
    Per review, majority failures caused by moisture and liquids contamination. So reseal and torque all the screws will help.
     
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  14. May 12, 2017 at 6:26 PM
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    So seller told me the Apex brackets are basically CaliRaised. They must have bought Apex out. Hope this help.
     
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  15. May 12, 2017 at 6:27 PM
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    Post #468 & #470
     
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  16. May 12, 2017 at 9:53 PM
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    can someone please tell me where I can get that led light bar switch?
     
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  17. May 12, 2017 at 11:04 PM
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  18. May 18, 2017 at 9:49 AM
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    I think Im going to go ahead and order the 32" Auxbeam 5D combo bar for $89. Only a year warranty vs the Mictuning bar which has a 2 yr warranty but the Cree with 5D optic lens seems appealing to me.
     
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  19. May 18, 2017 at 11:59 AM
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  20. May 18, 2017 at 12:45 PM
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    bnv Boy I say, use CRAWL to sneak up on that dawg!

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    From the forum:
    "To take the dash pocket/cubby/shelf out you need to pull the kick panel and then the entire lower dash below the wheel. The pocket is held in from behind with four screws.I recommend popping it out from the back by (at least partially) removing the lower dash panel. It's only 4 or 5 screws... very easy."

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    You may need blank switches as well

    $16 Toyota Genuine Spare Switch Hole Cover
    https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00J09FREQ/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

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