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Anyone have an opinion on these head lights

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by mnerren, Mar 12, 2013.

  1. Mar 12, 2013 at 7:29 PM
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    mnerren

    mnerren [OP] 2006 Tacoma TRD Sport XSP

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    Condensation/moisture build-up inside the lens is going to be your biggest problem with these. Sometimes it helps to reseal them once you get them, but it's hit and miss really.

    Better to start with a set of OEM lenses and do the BHLM yourself
     
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    I second the stock headlights. Keep your eyes out on the classifieds and don't be afraid to visit a junk yard or two. Find a good set and use them as your starting point for any headlight related modifications. Sure may be a few bucks more expensive but, long term you'll be happier.

    - Mark
     
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    mnerren [OP] 2006 Tacoma TRD Sport XSP

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    How much do the OEM lenses run?
     
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    Lightly used here, around 120.

    New, u don't wanna know
     
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    Looks like $190 a piece from camelback toyota online parts. Are you saying you have a pair for $120? My lenses are starting to haze, how do the ones look you have? Or maybe you're saying if I find them in the classified section, that is about what I would pay?
     
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    Lol, no I don't sorry.........I have gotten 3 pairs on the buy/sell/trade area for no more than 120.

    2 were just a few days old and factory 09+ sports (smoked)


    Try using a powerball mini on a cordless drill and some plastx polish for now.

    DO NOT USE WINDOW CLEANER on the lights.....I don't recall what exactly it was, but 1 or the common ingredients can increase the haze.
     
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    i have those lights and just smeared silicone around the edges, worked fine
     
  9. Mar 12, 2013 at 10:48 PM
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    thank you :thumbsup:

    true, GE silicone II works well.

    But, Ive also seen issues with them PEELING some kinda clear coat from the inside IIRC. Maybe it depends on the climate.. but I dont remember seeing OEM's peel from the inside or outside in 7yrs.
     
  10. Mar 13, 2013 at 7:03 AM
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    My experience with the aftermarket lights is that the light output is not as evenly distributed as with the OEMs. My aftermarket's light pattern had some "hot" spots towards the center of the pattern, and was dimmer on the outside edges. It wasn't dangerous IMO, but it was enough that I sold them and bought a set of used OEMs again.
     
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    For my old truck, I purchased a set of BHLM repros from eBay for about the same price. I just took my time to seal and adjust them properly. Never had any issues and they looked great.
     
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  12. Mar 13, 2013 at 9:29 AM
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    I purchased a set of headlights for my dad's 01 Tundra off of eBay for $60 and did a full retro fit on them and haven't had any issues... and they have been done for almost a year now.

    But like someone said before.. It's a hit or miss with "cheap" aftermarket parts.
     
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