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2018 Tacoma Taillight Lens

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by kennedp, Sep 1, 2019.

  1. Sep 1, 2019 at 7:12 PM
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    kennedp

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    Hey folks....I have a crack in one of my rear taillight lenses and water has accumulated in it. Do I have to buy an entire taillight assembly just to replace the cracked lens? If not is it fairly easy to pop off and fix
     
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    Warranty?
     
  3. Sep 1, 2019 at 7:14 PM
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    Yes, but it was my fault. Stupid drive-through. My wife really wanted a Starbucks
     
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  4. Sep 1, 2019 at 7:15 PM
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    Sounds like you need a new light
     
  5. Sep 1, 2019 at 7:16 PM
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    Used ones pop up in the BST section pretty regularly
     
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  6. Sep 1, 2019 at 7:17 PM
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    SO you mean a whole new assembly?
     
  7. Sep 1, 2019 at 7:20 PM
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    The lenses are plastic welded on. They have to be cut apart. Look for used or aftermarket. New OEM's are spendy.
     
  8. Sep 1, 2019 at 7:21 PM
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    k great thank you
     
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    Here's how I know. Lol20190725_151533.jpg 20190823_184517.jpg
     
  10. Sep 1, 2019 at 7:28 PM
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    Yeah it's the brake light lens that I need. You said I could cut it but I don't know how I would put the new lens back on since I don't know how to weld plastic. Looks like I will have to buy a whole new light assembly.
     
  11. Sep 1, 2019 at 7:34 PM
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    Sorry for the misunderstanding. I was basically trying to say you cant just buy a lens. Some people cut them apart to modify them then silicone back together. 1A auto has tail lights but there are lots of options. Just make sure to get the right one.
     
  12. Sep 1, 2019 at 7:35 PM
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    Do you think the water that has seeped in will have damaged the life of the light
     
  13. Sep 1, 2019 at 7:37 PM
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    The water wont hurt the light fixture but can corrode the bulb outlets over time. Got a pic?
     
  14. Sep 1, 2019 at 7:42 PM
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    I will fire one off tomorrow
     

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