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Going all LED lights

Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by ChrisCharles, Aug 17, 2022.

  1. Aug 17, 2022 at 12:08 PM
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    I know the turn signals will flash faster with LEDs.

    Is there any drawbacks from replacing all the lights with LEDs?
     
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  2. Aug 17, 2022 at 12:13 PM
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    Cheap LEDs don't last any longer than halogen bulbs, and anything other than halogen in the stock headlight is a down grade.
     
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  3. Aug 17, 2022 at 12:17 PM
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    I didn't think running LEDs in the headlight was even legal if the assembly wasn't made for it.

    Looking at LED 1157 bulbs online. There must be a million different offerings. Are there any brands that are reliable? or are they all about the same?
     
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  4. Aug 17, 2022 at 12:18 PM
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    As far as I know if you use a resistor, turn signals will not hyperflash.
     
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    I think you need to change out the flasher relay.
     
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  6. Aug 17, 2022 at 12:30 PM
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    I see the kits pretty cheap. I have LEDs in the rear now without a resistor and they flash a bit faster. When I add the front LEDs it will probably be fast enough to fail inspection.
     
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