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Which Fog Lights do You Guys prefer?

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by AdamT23, Mar 23, 2021.

  1. Mar 23, 2021 at 2:50 PM
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    AdamT23

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    Which Foglights do you guys prefer?

    DD SS3 Sports
    Or
    BD Squadron Sports

    I might make the switch to DD since I have some Baja right now but I want your guys input on them
     
  2. Mar 23, 2021 at 2:52 PM
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    I have some DD SS3 Pros they’re awesome.
     
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    There’s a whole thread with scientific data in it but just do yourself a favor and get the Diode dynamics. If you really want the best, get the max.
     
  4. Mar 23, 2021 at 2:53 PM
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    I also have DD SS3 Pro and I can confirm they are awesome.
     
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  5. Mar 23, 2021 at 2:55 PM
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    Hmm I’ll look into all the data n stuff
     
  6. Mar 23, 2021 at 2:56 PM
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    inb4 we tell you the BD aren't fogs..
     
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    Diode Dynamic SS3 Pro in Amber

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  9. Mar 23, 2021 at 3:00 PM
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    How are they with headlights on?
     
  10. Mar 23, 2021 at 3:03 PM
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    the fogs shine further than the headlights. my headlights are not OEM
     
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  11. Mar 23, 2021 at 3:05 PM
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    Ah okay. Sounds good! I’ll probably look into getting some
     
  12. Mar 23, 2021 at 3:07 PM
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    Awesome! I bought mine from https://hotshotoffroad.com/ and the owner of that company is a moderator here I think
     
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  13. Mar 23, 2021 at 3:09 PM
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    Nice I’ll check em out
     
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    I've been shopping around for the best easy to install fog lamps upgrade for my Taco. I have been eyeing the Baja Designs Squadron SAE Amber LED kit. I is a little pricey, but looks like the limited lifetime warranty attracts my attention. Currently deciding what to get so I can do this :spending:
     
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    the reason why they are so expensive is because they are "SAE Approved". I'm pretty sure the Squadron Pro is cheaper, better, and can be used on the street too
     
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    I have these and really like them but the DD ones are just as good if not better so you can’t go wrong with either I’m my opinion.
     
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    Pro, lol.


    SAE were a misstep, DD are best if you want to run them with lows as fogs..
    Or get Sports and Pro and run them offroad!
     
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    How would one evaluates Fog light options under REAL WORLD FOG conditions?
    I live where winter snows and spring and autumn fog is a given. (fog expected tomorrow morning in fact)

    The fog lights on several Audi vehicles I have and have had, have been SUPERB! This Toy ota... not so much.

    Looking to fix that. May by just transplant the fogs from the allroad.... ?
     
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    To make this very simple for SAE lights, choose a product above the line:
    Best: Diode Dynamics SS3 Max
    Great: Diode Dynamics SS3
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    Worst: Baja Designs

    Read the reviews of each. Diode Dynamics excels in the SAE space and Baja does not compete.
     
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