Spyder headlights.

deetaco · Sep 17, 2018

Sperrunner said: ↑

Ive had no issues with mu head lights, they they arnt the snuggest fit
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Is it the bracket that I posted?

NightProwler · Sep 17, 2018

deetaco said: ↑

Is it this bracket?
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Yeah. That bracket gets bolted onto the truck first. Then the headlights are placed into position and bolted in from the back. The studs will slide into those brackets and the nuts fastened on.

deetaco · Sep 17, 2018

NightProwler said: ↑

Yeah. That bracket gets bolted onto the truck first. Then the headlights are placed into position and bolted in from the back. The studs will slide into those brackets and the nuts fastened on.
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Will update with a finished photo!!

RedToyoda · Sep 29, 2022

Sperrunner said: ↑

Ive had no issues with mu head lights, they they arnt the snuggest fit
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What kind of bulb do I need for these headlights and side marker

Sperrunner · Sep 30, 2022

RedToyoda said: ↑

What kind of bulb do I need for these headlights and side marker
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I just user the OEM bulbs. But then i switched to amber leds for the corner lights ane had to get the flasher relay for leds.

because I removed the bumper and needed a spot for the turn signals i did things a little different then if you still have a bumper

Plkyone · Oct 1, 2022

NightProwler said: ↑

Well I do too. I don't think they're that terrible. Yeah they leak just like any other spyder or cheap lights. And the internal parts aren't as sturdy or well built. The leds are actually quite bright. they're 5mm's. Some like, some don't. I do. You have to weigh the pros and cons out. They take a bit of tlc to make sure they don't leak. If doing a retro, gotta be careful not to bake them too long. the internals will become weak like mine did and popped a reflector loose. Also sealed with butyl and no leaks whatsoever. If not a retro, silicone seals them up on the outside. This is a must do if you get em.

I'm on my 3rd set now, lol. The first were just replacement kept halogen. Which it rained shortly after install, and got like an inch of water in one headlight. bulb blew. I split it and sealed. then the adjustment screw broke a tab. 2nd set was a retro, which I currently have installed. But the reflector is a little crooked as it popped off one of the adjustment knobs inside. Probably from me baking it one too many times for halo replacements. But it still works, just alignment is off. The chrome trim near the corner light is peeling off now after a couple years.. And the lenses are starting to yellow.

So.. I have a 3rd fresh set ready to be worked on with all new projectors and everything. I'm gonna be sealing the lens as well as clear coating or sealing the trim. Also will be careful when baking them. I'm hoping that this set turns out perfectly with no issues and will last more than a couple years! Ha. I guess you could say I have more patience and determination than most. But I really want these to work out. If these fail somehow on me again, I'll probably just get oem type replacements. Fingers crossed. 3rd times a charm right!?

And I didn't have to cut my grille to install mine... It says to, and makes it easier. But not required. It's just a pain and barely fits. I really didn't wanna cut my grille because I thought it would end up being just that, flimsy. I just got an aftermarket grille too, and still did not cut it. The tabs on the end are a little thicker than oem, but it still fit. One side of the trim kinda pops out a hair on the headlight from the corner lens where it meets the fender, so I'm still trying to figure out what's causing that. But the driver side fits nice and snug...
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Hey I have a set of these I want to retrofit can you tell me your baking recipe please lol

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