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MESO Total Tail Light Kit

Discussion in '3rd Gen Tacoma Parts Marketplace (2016-2023)' started by MESO, Feb 20, 2019.

  1. Apr 9, 2019 at 7:09 AM
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    Tommyb08

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    Lol I didn’t even notice. When I got your kit, I was in a mad dash to swap out that junk. But it does make total sense.
     
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  2. Apr 9, 2019 at 7:09 AM
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    Did you do a test w/ a white LED in the brake positions? 5k, 3k, etc...
     
  3. Apr 9, 2019 at 7:19 AM
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    No problem pal, if it exists the mods will find it.
     
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  4. Apr 9, 2019 at 8:01 AM
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    A BIG Word of Caution to anyone thinking of purchasing and attempting this mod..... :eek:

    "The experience and results could lull you into thinking your skills are better than they are" ! :D

    Catz Ass. @mesojdm :thumbsup:

    1. Brake lights are the ballz !
    2. Reverse lights look great in daylight !
    3. Amber Switchback directionals bedazzle !

    4. I do wish the running lights were brighter in daylight. :( (I'll reserve till nightime to conclude)

    5. I have LED's in the front as well. No hyperflash.........
    ** EXCEPT ** in reverse with flashers or directionals on, then they run wild.
    (Resistors required for the fix or just live with it ?)
     
  5. Apr 9, 2019 at 9:30 AM
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    If I don't want to modify housing and have stage 1. Can I just add VLED 7443 to the brake lights? For half of the stage 2 benefits?
     
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  6. Apr 9, 2019 at 9:31 AM
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    MESO

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    Yes
     
  7. Apr 9, 2019 at 9:32 AM
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    Is the stage 1 supplied resistor rated at 25 or 50 watt?
     
  8. Apr 9, 2019 at 9:33 AM
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    MESO

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    50w
     
  9. Apr 9, 2019 at 9:38 AM
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  10. Apr 9, 2019 at 9:44 AM
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    MESO

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    Yes you’ll be fine. During my testing I left the turn signal on for a good amount of time(wise case scenario) and it wasn’t very hot at all
     
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  11. Apr 9, 2019 at 9:49 AM
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    Sounds good. Thanks for the confirmation!

    I only need these resistors until my MESO turn signals arrive :D Some say they have built in resistors?
     
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  12. Apr 9, 2019 at 9:51 AM
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    MESO

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    My ultimate turns do have a 10ohm onboard resistor built inside. They are shipping throughout this week.. I was buried in orders :/
     
  13. Apr 9, 2019 at 10:01 AM
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    No worries, looking forward to the turn signals when they arrive.

    These stage 1 tail lights are awesome. Much brighter than stock, look good while being safe, can't beat that!
     
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  14. Apr 9, 2019 at 10:04 AM
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    If I wanted to, could I change the stage 1 bulb to a brighter one in the reverse bucket? Thanks meso
     
  15. Apr 9, 2019 at 10:21 AM
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    There are those of us who LOVE driving with our turn signals on. Usually in the Left lane too!
    [​IMG]
     
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  16. Apr 9, 2019 at 11:10 AM
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    So.. it's not JUST me. :devil: :devil:
     
  17. Apr 9, 2019 at 11:13 AM
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    MESO

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    I’m promoting safety and encouraging people to actually use their turn signals now:)
    Negative. The reverse is integrated into the same turn bulb. My best suggestion If you wanted a brighter reverse would be to add auxiliary lights under the bumper or something
     
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  18. Apr 9, 2019 at 11:23 AM
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  19. Apr 9, 2019 at 11:58 AM
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    Well, I guess technically - He COULD get your Triton Adapters and buy Triton V6s to go all Stage 2....

    *note to MESO: Salesmanship, man....SALESMANSHIP! :D
     
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  20. Apr 9, 2019 at 12:42 PM
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    Hmm wonder if that means he’s gonna be developing an auxiliary reverse light kit? Would be great upsale project! :thumbsup:

    #MesoIsMyHero
     

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