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Squadron R Sport foglight gap solution?

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by PEIyota, Jun 15, 2017.

  1. Jun 15, 2017 at 5:48 AM
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    PEIyota

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    I know that Baja design is working on a solution, but it's apparently still a ways away.

    Just wondering if anyone has any homebrew solutions out there? I'd really like to order asap but that gap we put my OCD into overdrive.

    Also being a Canadian 3rd gen owner, I know our fog bezel looks slightly different. I don't know how this would play into my dilemma?
     
  2. Jun 15, 2017 at 6:37 AM
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    Does not it nicely - fact . I hope Baja not forgett us :fingerscrossed:

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  3. Jun 15, 2017 at 6:40 AM
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    I am also holding out until this is solved (well, it fell on my list of hierarchy). I do recall Bailey(?) mentioning that they might send out spacers to help those who already purchased. I could be remembering incorrectly, though.
     
  4. Jun 15, 2017 at 8:22 AM
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    I recall several people saying there is a solution being engineered to close the gap using a snap in cover.
     
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    Yep, we probably saw the same posts. I am waiting on that, just so I don't have to bother taking things apart to install the fix. I'm lazy ... and have a bunch of other mods coming up.

    I figure on waiting until daylight savings is over, as I am not really driving in the dark too much right now.
     
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    That looks like shit....!!

    I'd never install that Fugly light..!!! Thumbs down.... (Hey Mods....we need a "thumbs down" emoji.....))
     
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  8. Jun 15, 2017 at 2:31 PM
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    It's not that bad, u can only see it from the side. All I care about is light output. No one looks down at Ur foglights anyways
     
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  9. Jun 15, 2017 at 2:31 PM
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    Damn Grumpy Old Guy...simmer down.
     
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    Sorry, I get like that sometimes....hehe

    Must be the mosquitoes here now.... they are thick.
     
  11. Jun 15, 2017 at 2:45 PM
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    Lol. No worries. I had a pair of these delivered today. I don't think there is an issue with the 2nd gens.
     
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    Light is more than good ! very good .

    photos at the top ,am made to show a problem

    from straight , you see
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    The "ole lady" said it looked "sexy", so I said you go under there for a while and let's see what happens.... She would not do it... hehe:canada:
     
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    Damn...they do look good from that angle... Do they throw more light than the OEM's..? I've upgraded mine to H11's Hyper Yellow.
     
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    I have them and they are INSANE at night (1800 lumens combined), I am actually scared to turn them on may just get pulled over for them. They definitely need to be aimed down for this reason.

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  16. Jun 16, 2017 at 11:29 AM
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    Sport or pro?
     
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    Sport, running the pros would be outrageous and reckless
     
  18. Oct 26, 2017 at 9:50 AM
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    Planning on moving my Squadron Sports down here on the Third Gen, how are people wiring them in?
    Has anyone figured out switched with highbeam?
     
  19. Oct 26, 2017 at 10:12 AM
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    The most common method is using our adapters that are included in our Plug and Play, Fog Pocket Kit
    https://www.bajadesigns.com/product...-Current-Tundra-14-Current-Fog-Pocket-Kit.asp

    This kit has you covered with mounting, plug and play wiring, and our NEW Squadron Angled Bezel for a clean fit and finish.

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    More information can be found in the following thread:
    https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads...-kit-2nd-gen-12-15-3rd-gen-16-18-more.423635/

    ENTER: BDForums at checkout for 10% OFF and $5 shipping to the Lower 48!
    www.bajadesigns.com

    -Bailey, Baja Designs
     
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    Thanks Bailey, of course I'll be talking to you again.

    Looking for the ability to run these switched with highbeams. As ditch lights on my 2nd gen they were independent of everything. Ideally I'd like them to dip with the headlights.
     

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