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Looking to upgrade factory headlights

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by BOONDOCKSAINTS_TACOS, Oct 15, 2020.

  1. Oct 25, 2020 at 8:19 AM
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    Knute

    Knute Well-Known Member

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    @Too Stroked

    Yes, I know these don't get the "stamp of internet approval". Although, my experience, these are a nice step up.

    No need to fiddle with the wiring or connectors or aiming.
     
  2. Oct 25, 2020 at 8:38 AM
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    Yes- stand alone 12ga rallylights harness with ceramic connectors.

    Like I said previously, I took Crashnburn80’s advice to a T and had great results. 18 months from a bulb is totally acceptable to me given the giant increase in performance. At this point it’s fun trying different (sometimes dirt cheap) bulbs.... although this time I should have gone back and re-read his post and saved myself $20 ‍♂️
     
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  3. Oct 25, 2020 at 10:27 AM
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    Truth be told, Sylvania was taken to court - and lost - on the Silverstar marketing claims. The court found that the bulbs were not actually any brighter.

    https://topclassactions.com/lawsuit...e-ad-class-action-settlement-gets-initial-ok/

    As for the bulbs I mentioned, they do not require a heavy duty harness or re-aiming. 100% plug and play.
     
  4. Oct 25, 2020 at 10:32 AM
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    Green Jeans

    Green Jeans 6MT AC TRD OR 1GR-FE FTMFW

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    Hey for what it’s worth, if you can change your headlight bulbs you can easily install the upgraded wiring harness.

    Doing the ultimate headlight upgrade on my truck is probably the best mod I’ve done to date.

    My $0.02 would be just do it. You will not be disappointed.
     
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  5. Oct 25, 2020 at 10:54 AM
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    Knute

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    @Too Stroked

    Yeah, not really surprised. Marketing has a tendency to stretch the truth into a different shape.

    I do know my experience and these bulbs were a distinct improvement over the OEM bulbs. Take my anecdotal experience as you will.

    BTW, If you read carefully. Sylvania settled, no court decision.
     

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