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Depo JDM Headlights

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by BSeg23, Feb 2, 2017.

  1. Feb 2, 2017 at 8:39 AM
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  2. Feb 2, 2017 at 10:53 AM
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    Well guess I'll be the guinea pig then, their taillights seem to be good quality.
     
  3. Feb 2, 2017 at 10:55 AM
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  4. Feb 2, 2017 at 10:59 AM
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    Thanks for the input. I'll probably hold off then, maybe I'll get the balls to do BHLM on my own lights one of these weekends.
     
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    I've had them for a couple years.
    You need to clear silicone the entire light where it attaches to the lens. Very easy.
    They are prone to fog , but mine never have after the above ....

    Light output is not as good as stock, but still good enough. I have lots of extra lights.
    My lenses have never faded. I live in the hottest place on earth.
    Az
     
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  6. Feb 2, 2017 at 11:00 AM
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    Thanks!
     
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    Do you have a pic of how the look installed?
     
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  8. Feb 2, 2017 at 11:03 AM
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    Check out the build
    I have a set of Depos right now and so far so good. I get about 3 sets before I pay the price of OEM ones.

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  10. Feb 2, 2017 at 11:06 AM
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    These aren't the best pics, was installing my Pelfreybilt front :)
    I've done the bhlm on a set of oem and they are near that look for sure.

    Like @Iggy said you may go through 2 pairs in the life of the truck, but still cheaper then OEM.

    I know lots of guys retro fit these lights, and have good success.

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  11. Feb 2, 2017 at 11:08 AM
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  12. Feb 2, 2017 at 11:09 AM
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    Awesome, thanks guys, think I'll give them a shot
     
  13. Feb 2, 2017 at 11:13 AM
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    Do they have them in 12-15?
     
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    I did a quick search on ebay and didn't see any Depo JDM for 12-15, plenty of other choices though
     
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    Just ordered them, I'll update with a pic once installed
     
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    I literally installed a pair of these yesterday. I too had seen cautions from people saying they would leak if not sealed. Not an issue. $5 for a tube of clear silicone and I went to town on EVERY seam even if it looked fine. I let it cure and then installed them. They look great so far. Only time will tell with regards to leaking or fogging.

    One suggestion I have is to simply eliminate the bottom bracket that attaches via a screw to the inside of the fender behind the fender liner. It makes it a ROYAL BITCH to get the headlight in and out. I eliminated the bottom part (closest to the tire) and rocked it that way for the last 5 years. Three mounting points are really all you need (top two and the bottom one by the grill). Really makes it a ton easier in my opinion.
     
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    Awesome, thanks man!
     
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    Love them! I suggest putting a silicon bead around the edges though. My first set leaked on me around 1 week in. (Pic below of the first set)

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    I love mine. Something weird about the lenses though, can't aim them 100% straight but it's not really a problem. Close enough

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