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Which brand of Headlights?

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by Justyn98, Jan 29, 2018.

  1. Jan 29, 2018 at 3:07 AM
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    Justyn98

    Justyn98 [OP] Well-Known Member

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    Led pod fog light inserts, kn cold air intake, Bilstein 5100 with 2 inch coil combo and progressive AAL. Touchscreen pioneer stereo and infinity components with 2 kicker comp r10's and jones turbine exhaust
    Ive been fighting with aftermarket headlights for the past year about condensation and moisture I have went around the seal 2 times with GE silicone and it was no use somehow some way they still get slight moisture in them and it drives me nuts everytime the air is damp or it rains. I am going back to a factory look and cannot decide which 2 brands to purchase, both have warranty I do believe and are as close to oem as the real deal. I prefer the smoked TRD and both of these have the option.
    On the TYC they quality option has "better" which is NSF certified and "best" which is CAPA Certified

    https://www.carid.com/2009-toyota-t...factory-replacement-headlights-271954305.html

    On the Depo when I select what quality I want only the Good "standard" is available however on the TYC I can select the best quality, according to them which is also backed by warranty

    https://www.carid.com/2009-toyota-t...-factory-replacement-headlights-80120413.html
     
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  2. Jan 29, 2018 at 4:35 AM
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    Larzzzz

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    I have TYC on my Tacoma and Depo on the girlfriends Corolla. I bought Capa versions for both and the TYCs have already been replaced due to condensation
     
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  3. Jan 29, 2018 at 6:45 AM
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    Justyn98

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    How have the depos held up? The CAPA version of the depos are out of stock.
     
  4. Jan 29, 2018 at 9:15 AM
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    aficianado

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    back to bone stock.
    i just cruised the classifieds here on TW. they pop up almost weekly. you could proactively put up a WANT TO BUY thread.

    i am on my second used set. my first set put me back $50. they looked awesome but eventually hazed..(to me, that meant they were polished and the UV thing was compromised)..i got a second set..way better. still clear. i think i paided $100ish.

    silver lining: i can do the swap in my sleep. if i need a third set..low hanging fruit.
     
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  5. Jan 29, 2018 at 10:33 AM
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    Larzzzz

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    I haven't seen the depo's show any condensation yet. Both vehicles got new headlights the end of August I believe.
     
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