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Tail light mod (both lights used as brake and signals)?

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by Chris.taco.2016, Jan 22, 2017.

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  1. Jan 27, 2019 at 11:39 AM
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    Pretty much any time I’m in a parking lot.

    Signal on, stop, back up with signal still on.
     
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    Like I mentioned before, this mod may not be for everyone. It’s a small caveat of using 2 colors in 1 bulb. You will still have a reverse light on one side, and your signal activated on the other.
     
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  3. Jan 27, 2019 at 2:32 PM
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    Or add reverse lights to your bumper :thumbsup:
    :spending:
     
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  4. Jan 27, 2019 at 2:43 PM
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    Who backs up with their blinker on?
     
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  5. Jan 27, 2019 at 4:39 PM
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    So. Many. Stickers.
    I do if I'm not backing in a straight line, or pulling out of a parallel parking spot. That's what blinkers are for, to let other drivers know where you're headed...
     
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  6. Jan 27, 2019 at 5:50 PM
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    I have never seen nor heard of anyone reversing while using their turn signal. If I ever witnessed this, I would be inclined to assume the driver accidentally bumped the stalk and did not realize their turn signal was on.
     
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  7. Jan 27, 2019 at 7:15 PM
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    You’ve never parallel parked on a city street, or backed into a spot in a parking lot?

    Your driver education instructor should be fired.
     
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  8. Jan 27, 2019 at 7:17 PM
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    ^ I do it all the time. But I’m betting my bright ass reverse lights will be a dead giveaway to stay back while I’m reversing into a spot:)
     
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  9. Jan 28, 2019 at 7:47 AM
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    I like the design MESO and, like others; I already have your Triton adapters so I guess the choice on stage for me would depend on the price w/ Triton switchbacks since I've not yet purchased those. Thanks for your work and dedication to quality products!
     
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  10. Jan 28, 2019 at 8:53 AM
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    Would you do Triton switchback and the the other two with red Triton V6 bulbs.
     
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  11. Jan 28, 2019 at 9:03 AM
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    I am working out the numbers and details for stage 2 as we speak. Including 4 VLED 7443 Red brake LEDs will hike the cost up quite a bit. But, it is what it is. Gotta pay to play for quality lights.
     
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    I have thought about it.... they would work just fine. It is however, about a $250-300 additional investment in Triton V6s.
     
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  13. Jan 28, 2019 at 9:08 AM
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    where did you find that icon on your profile pic?
     
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  14. Jan 28, 2019 at 9:19 AM
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    @mesojdm For stage 1 with switchback LED only (no red LED bulbs), will the plug in resistor value be same for all trucks? Reading back, lots of folks have trouble picking the correct resistor value. I don't have any LED bulbs on the truck, just HIDs for low beam headlight, if that matters.
     
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    I've choose a 10ohm for the resistor.
     
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  16. Jan 29, 2019 at 7:03 PM
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    I down with that if you make the wiring harness then I can get one light at a time. I know the lights are expensive but I am using the Triton v6 switch back for my front and I love them.
     
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  17. Jan 29, 2019 at 7:57 PM
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    I want this
     
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    So I've penciled out the final numbers for the "TOTAL TAIL" kits. Keep in mind, both Stages 1 & 2 will be COMPLETE with everything; Red LEDs(4ea) for Brake/Running light, Switchback bulb(with adapter), Plug in resistor, OEM T harness, etc. For people that already have existing LEDS, or want to cherry pick components from the kit, I will list individual parts in the DIY section on my website when these launch. Pricing will be as follows:

    STAGE 1: $110/KIT

    STAGE 2: $240/KIT

    I tried to keep stage 1 around the $100 ballpark like my original price point, but 4X 7443's took it over just a tad. Either way.. I still think its very reasonable for a full LED conversion kit with redirect wire harnesses and OEM plugs. For stage 2, you are really getting a bargain because just the components from VLEDs(7443, V6, resistor, etc) come out to $244 via their website. Since I am now a dealer, I can pass some savings onto you guys:)
    I will be making a few videos going over both kits, their functions, and even the install so there will be no questions. I plan to launch them NEXT weekend.
     
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    Woot woot! Cn't wait for the results.
     
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  20. Jan 29, 2019 at 8:20 PM
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    @mesojdm what's the life expectancy on the vleds?
     
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