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CLOSED - The Retrofit Source GB

Discussion in 'Automotive Group Buys' started by TRSAndrew, Feb 11, 2013.

  1. Nov 5, 2015 at 12:58 PM
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    FrustrationFabTaco

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    Question for you guys, the little tabs on the bulb that hold the harness plug on both broke on one of my bulbs. Is there another way to endure the plug doesn't come off or do I need a new bulb?
     
  2. Nov 5, 2015 at 1:03 PM
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    VolcomTacoma

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    Anyone have any tips on doing the retrofit, I'm gonna start mine tomorrow!
     
  3. Nov 5, 2015 at 1:30 PM
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    BYJOSHCOOK

    BYJOSHCOOK Mr. Mojo Risin

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    Check Out My Builds
    There's write ups, especially for 2nd gens
     
  4. Nov 5, 2015 at 1:32 PM
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    VolcomTacoma

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    Yep, aware of that, but sometimes those write ups miss the little personal things you remember from doing it yourself, you know what I mean?
     
  5. Nov 5, 2015 at 1:37 PM
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    crunchy11

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    I am re doing mine. What I learned.
    Wear gloves
    Buy a bunch of key board cleaner.
    Store the lenses very carefully.
    Fit before you paint so you can drill or cut if needed
    Take your time.
     
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  6. Nov 5, 2015 at 1:39 PM
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    VolcomTacoma

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    ^See, now that's helpful advice :D.
     
  7. Nov 5, 2015 at 1:48 PM
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    bellassaiw10

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    Be prepared to mess up, and also be prepared to do another set for yourself 12 months later ;)
     
  8. Nov 5, 2015 at 1:51 PM
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    Speaking of lens, I would saran wrap the whole thing when it's off and store it somewhere clean. Your lens wont get any smudge or scratches and no dust can come in. Just remember to take it off lol
     
  9. Nov 5, 2015 at 1:52 PM
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    THIS!
     
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  10. Nov 5, 2015 at 7:50 PM
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    Trying to get my third set done now. Lol don't rush by any means. Let paint cure, and be prepared to redo things.
     
  11. Nov 5, 2015 at 10:17 PM
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    Just ordered, looking forward to being able to see at night!
     
  12. Nov 6, 2015 at 11:47 AM
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    anyone?
     
  13. Nov 6, 2015 at 12:49 PM
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    Happened to me once. I just bought a new pair to be on the safe side. I keep the other good one behind my rear seats for back up
     
  14. Nov 6, 2015 at 12:51 PM
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    Guess thats what I'll do then unless I can find a single bulb
     
  15. Nov 6, 2015 at 12:52 PM
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    i got the 3five 5000k bulbs
     
  16. Nov 6, 2015 at 12:53 PM
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    TRSJimmy

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    I'll take a look in 20 mins. You can always email them to see if they'll sell you a single bulb.
     
  17. Nov 6, 2015 at 1:32 PM
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    TRSJimmy

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    I checked, I don't have any. Sorry man
     
  18. Nov 6, 2015 at 3:49 PM
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    all good, thanks for checking
     
  19. Nov 6, 2015 at 3:51 PM
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    You may want to consider buying a pair. If you are able to buy just one chances are they will be a slightly different shade unless the one that is not broke is basically new. Will also leave you with a spare to use if one burns out.

    Come to think of it I should probably order a pair so I have a spare... I imagine this isn't the kind of light you'll be finding at the auto chains.
     
  20. Nov 6, 2015 at 4:09 PM
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    TRSJimmy

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    If you have mini h1, trs has some in their closeout section for $15.
     

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