1. Welcome to Tacoma World!

    You are currently viewing as a guest! To get full-access, you need to register for a FREE account.

    As a registered member, you’ll be able to:
    • Participate in all Tacoma discussion topics
    • Communicate privately with other Tacoma owners from around the world
    • Post your own photos in our Members Gallery
    • Access all special features of the site
    Quick Links: Light Bar + Ditch + Fog? Lightforce Install (FJ Aux Switch Wiring) Replacement bulbs Replaced DTRL's with LEDs...what did I do wrong. You think you’ll be more likely to be pulled over with LED lowbeams? Help Me Find Warm White LED Dome/Map

HID problem

Discussion in 'Lighting' started by Zombie Runner, Mar 17, 2009.

  1. Mar 17, 2009 at 8:39 AM
    #1
    Zombie Runner

    #1
    Zombie Runner [OP] Are these black helicopters for me?

    Joined:
    Mar 13, 2008
    Member:
    #5246
    Messages:
    15,073
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    Kevin
    Wichita Falls, TX
    Vehicle:
    2011 taco, sport 4x4
    oil change...
    ok, so when i turn them on they do their initall charge and warm up and get very bright for about 30 seconds. then they like click down to a lower power or something. I dont know how to really describe it other than that.
    But they are not as bright as they should be
     
    Zombie Runner, Mar 17, 2009
    #1
  2. Mar 17, 2009 at 9:08 AM
    #2
    apkarian100

    #2
    apkarian100 Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    May 26, 2008
    Member:
    #6886
    Messages:
    172
    Gender:
    Male
    Hooksett,NH
    Does this happen for both sides?

    It could be either the ballasts or the bulbs. Not sure until we get more details.
     
    apkarian100, Mar 17, 2009
    #2
  3. Mar 17, 2009 at 12:25 PM
    #3
    Zombie Runner

    #3
    Zombie Runner [OP] Are these black helicopters for me?

    Joined:
    Mar 13, 2008
    Member:
    #5246
    Messages:
    15,073
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    Kevin
    Wichita Falls, TX
    Vehicle:
    2011 taco, sport 4x4
    oil change...
    yea its both sides.
     
    Zombie Runner, Mar 17, 2009
    #3
  4. Mar 17, 2009 at 12:35 PM
    #4
    deadbolt

    #4
    deadbolt do w3rk!

    Joined:
    Mar 14, 2008
    Member:
    #5289
    Messages:
    2,973
    Gender:
    Male
    Socal
    Vehicle:
    08 Dbl Cab 6spd 4x4 TRD Off Road
    Black Headlights, HIDs, Tinted Fogs, Powdercoated Black Wheels, 5100s @ 2.5", Diff drop, AFE Exhaust, AFE Stage 2 Intake, Black Emblems/Grille, LED Tail lights, 265/75/16s Good Year Duratracs
    thats normal.
     
    deadbolt, Mar 17, 2009
    #4
  5. Mar 18, 2009 at 6:23 AM
    #5
    Zombie Runner

    #5
    Zombie Runner [OP] Are these black helicopters for me?

    Joined:
    Mar 13, 2008
    Member:
    #5246
    Messages:
    15,073
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    Kevin
    Wichita Falls, TX
    Vehicle:
    2011 taco, sport 4x4
    oil change...
    really? they get way bright and are kick ass for about 20 seconds or so then get dimmer....
     
    Zombie Runner, Mar 18, 2009
    #5
  6. Mar 18, 2009 at 6:32 AM
    #6
    GT_Taco

    #6
    GT_Taco Newbie here

    Joined:
    Jan 26, 2009
    Member:
    #12982
    Messages:
    131
    Gender:
    Male
    Marietta, GA
    Vehicle:
    2016 4Runner 4x4 Limited Metallic Gray
    5K LED interior lighting
    I havent had that issue with mine.. Mine flick really bright for a second.. then dim.. then slowly warm up to max brightness over about 20 seconds.
     
    GT_Taco, Mar 18, 2009
    #6
  7. Mar 18, 2009 at 3:19 PM
    #7
    Zombie Runner

    #7
    Zombie Runner [OP] Are these black helicopters for me?

    Joined:
    Mar 13, 2008
    Member:
    #5246
    Messages:
    15,073
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    Kevin
    Wichita Falls, TX
    Vehicle:
    2011 taco, sport 4x4
    oil change...
    yea mine do that too but after they reach thier max brightness they get dimmer
     
    Zombie Runner, Mar 18, 2009
    #7

Products Discussed in

M18 Cordless Lithium-Ion 6-1/2" Circular Saw - 2630-20 - ( MILWAUKEE ) - BARE TOOL
$85.00
AUTIDEFY 6 Way Fuse Block Blade Fuse Box with Negative Bus - ATC/ATO for Boat Yacht Vehicle Auto RV Car Trailer Truck SUV
$15.99
CURT 56584 Replacement Vehicle-Side Custom USCAR 5-Pin Trailer Wiring Harness , Black
$41.78
Bestview 912 921 LED Bulb for Backup Reverse Light,4000 Lumens T15 904 906 W16W 922 LED Bulbs Reverse Back Up Light,Canbus Error Free for Car Truck, High Bright 6500K White(Pack of 2)
$19.98
Toyota Genuine Parts 04152-YZZA1 1/2 case (QTY5) Oil Filters
$27.40
HIGH FLYING Car Accessories LED Side Mirrors, Sequential Dynamic Turn Signal Lights Indicator, Pair for Toyota Tacoma 2016-2023, RAV4 XA50 2019-2024, Highlander XU70 2020-2024, Set of 2, Smoked Black
$45.00
NOCO Boost Plus GB40 1000A UltraSafe Car Battery Jump Starter, 12V Battery Pack, Battery Booster, Jump Box, Portable Charger and Jumper Cables for 6.0L Gasoline and 3.0L Diesel Engines, Gray
$99.95
Switch Pros SP-9100 8-Switch Panel Power System With Concealed Mounting Hardware
$659.00
LED Bar Light - Pivoting, Water Resistant, 12" Lamp, 12 Volt DC LED Courtesy Convenience lamp, 12" with on/Off Switch
$27.95
Walfront 2pcs Mini LED Strip Touch Dimmer 1ft Cord Single Colour Dimming On Off Switch Controller DC 12V-24V, Switch
$9.19
LED Bar Light - Pivoting, Water Resistant 12 Volt DC LED Courtesy Convenience lamp, 6" with on/Off Switch
$21.95
GOMING DC 12V COB LED Strip Light Natural White 4000K IP65 Waterproof 16.4ft(5M) 1560LEDs CRI 93+ Uniform Glow Flexible LED Tape Lights for DIY Bedroom Kitchen Home Decor(No Power)
$19.98
Alla Lighting T10 Wedge 168 194 LED Bulbs, Amber Yellow Super Bright 360° Side Marker Lights, Interior Map, Dome, Trunk Lamps W5W 2825 175, 3014 18-SMD 12V Replacement for Cars, Trucks
$9.99
Brightfour Low Voltage Wire splice connectors - Pack of 12 Quick Solderless T Tap Connector 1 Pin,Rock Solid Connector for 24-20 AWG Cable for Vehicle/audio/video/Lighting and Automotive Uses
$9.99
JT&T Products 2700J On/Off Round Rocker Switch
$9.58
ESUPPORT 12v Car Add-a-Circuit Fuse ACN TAP Adapter Low Profile Blade Style Fuse Holder Pack of 5
$9.89
ATM Add-A-Fuse (Same Function as Bussmann BP/HHH) ATM Fuse Tap
$9.94
TRUE MODS 1 Pack 5-Pin 12V Bosch Style Waterproof Relay Kit [Harness Socket] [12 AWG Hot Wires] [SPDT] [30/40 Amp] 12 Volt Automotive Marine Relays for Boats Auto Fan Cars
$9.50
Osram Northstar AV 69378 Bare Lamp Replacement
$9.53
iJDMTOY Easy Relay Harness Compatible with H4 9003 Hi/Lo Beam Lighting Kit Xenon Bulbs Wiring Controllers
$9.49
Hopkins 47345 4 Wire Flat Adapter
$9.97
Ulincos Auto Relay U1914 with 14AWG Wire Harness, 12V DC 30/40A SPDT 5-Pin (Pack of 2)
$9.48
Permatex 22058 Dielectric Tune-Up Grease, 3oz. - High Performance Dielectric Grease Used To Protect Terminals, Spark Plugs, Wiring And Other Electrical Connections Against Salt, Dirt, And Corrosion
$9.49
Red Solderless Wire Quick Splice Connector - 18-22 Gauge - 50 Pack
$9.94
Nilight - NI -WA 06 LED Light Bar Wiring Harness Kit - 2 Leads 12V On Off Switch Power Relay Blade Fuse for Off Road Lights Work Light, 2 Years Warranty,Black
$9.57
Absolute RLS125 12-VCD Automotive Relay SPDT 30/40A
$9.44
LUYED 2 x 640 Lumens Extremely Bright 3020 12-EX Chipsets 1.25"es DE3175 DE3021 DE3022 3175 LED Bulbs Used For Dome light,Xenon White
$9.99
Oznium Brightest Light Bolt - Flush Mount 12V LED Light for Bumper, Grille, Cars Interior, Dash, Ambient Lighting, Motorcycle w/Sleek Aluminum Housing & Screw Nut (11 mm Black, Blue LED)
$9.99
TWTADE / 5Pcs Black ON/Off/ON DPDT 6 Pin 3 Position Boat Rocker Switch Car Auto Boat Rocker Toggle Switch Snap AC 250V 125V/20A KCD2-203
$9.99
GiBot Cable Glands - 25 Pack Plastic Waterproof 3.5-13mm Cable Glands Joints Wire Protectors, PG 7/9/11/13.5/16, Black
$9.99
QC 3.0 USB Outlet 12V Boat Marine Waterproof Cigarette Lighter Socket Splitter 12 Volt DC Power Charger Adapter DIY Kit with Blue LED Dual USB Ports for Rocker Switch Panel on Car RV Golf Cart ATV
$9.99
Oznium Brightest Light Bolt - Flush Mount 12V LED Light for Bumper, Grille, Cars Interior, Dash, Ambient Lighting, Motorcycle w/Sleek Aluminum Housing & Screw Nut (11 mm Black, Red LED)
$9.99
LUYED 2 X 540 Lumens Extremely Bright 9-30v 3030 12-EX Chipsets Canbus W5W 194 168 2825 Led Bulbs,Amber(Brightest 194 Led On amazon)
$9.99
Molex Black Female 6 Pin Wire Connector Harley Waterproof, Sealed Kit, MX150 w/Connector Position Assurance
$9.99
SYLVANIA - 194 T10 W5W ZEVO LED White Bulb - Bright LED Bulb, Ideal fo Interior Lighting - Map, Dome, Trunk, Cargo and License Plate (Contains 1 Bulb)
$10.13
Twidec/3Pcs Rocker Toggle Switch 12V 20A Heavy Duty Racing Car Automotive Auto SPST ON/Off Toggle Switch Blue LED Light Illuminated 3Pin with Charcoal Grey Waterproof Safety Cover ASW-07DBUGYMZ
$9.99
XHF 5/8" 10Ft 3:1 Waterproof Heat Shrink Tubing Roll Marine Grade Adhesive Lined Heat Shrink Tube, Insulation Sealing Oil-Proof Wear-Resistant Black
$9.99
VIBELITE Closet Light, Battery Operated Switch Light, Tap Light, Touch, Push Night Lights, Wall Wireless Mount Under Cabinet, Shelf, Shed, Kitchen, Garage, Attic, RV, DIY(4-Pack)
$9.99
LAMPHUS 5pc CRUIZER LED Off-Road Work Light Bar 18W Lens Cover - Amber
$9.99
Tasodin Water-Resistance IP65, 12V Waterproof Flexible LED Strip Light, 16.4ft/5m Cuttable LED Light Strips, 300 Units 3528 LEDs Lighting String, LED Tape(Warm White), Power Adapter not Included
$9.99
GrandviewTM 2x 80mm COB 63SMD Angel Eyes Halo Ring Lamp Light Bulb Fog Light Headlight Car Warning Lamps-Red (White)
$10.22
uxcell JD-1914 5 Pin DC 12V 40A Universal Car Vehicle Motor Fuse Relay Switch Power with Harness
$9.99
To Top