Tacoma Headlights, bulbs?

[Mannelite]

Hey guys,
Just got a "new" tacoma, its a '19 SR with a 4wd and a v6, pretty nice. The headlights are kinda crappy though, its just kinda hard to see at night. They seem kinda dim. Does anyone know if there are any "plug and play" type upgrades like a bulb I can swap out or something that will give me better results? I tried doing research but everything I found seemed to recommend intsalling HID's which required new ballasts and modding of certain areas, Down the road in a few years I might do something like that, but not looking to remove any material from the truck yet, and not really looking to spend a fortune either, I found some entire headlight assemblies that seemed like they would work better but theyre like $500+ this truck has me in the poor house as it is with the collision insurance and all that... anyone got any idea? More Lumens for less$?? Is an aftermarket bulb from Autozone gonna help?

 

[number1roadie19]

Check to make sure the headlights are "sighted in" properly. I use that term for lack of a better one. On most vehicles the headlight elevation can be adjusted, Also maybe polish the lenses. Over time the dirt and other grime from the road pits the plastic headlight cover and causes the "haze". Just my little bit of experience. Hope it helps!

 

[Mannelite]

Check to make sure the headlights are "sighted in" properly. I use that term for lack of a better one. On most vehicles the headlight elevation can be adjusted, Also maybe polish the lenses. Over time the dirt and other grime from the road pits the plastic headlight cover and causes the "haze". Just my little bit of experience. Hope it helps!

Okay thanks! I'll look into adjusting the headlights and making sure the surfaces are cleaned. Edit: Okay I see its just a screw on the back of the housing, I'll check that out tonight! Thanks

 

[T-boy]

Also, be wary of any "plug and play" HID bulbs. They usually draw way more voltage than your halogen bulbs and I have seen quite a few cause issues.

 

[MOTOR51]

My work Dodge Charger came with awful headlights. All of my coworkers headlights sucked just as bad so we bought LED replacement bulbs on Amazon. I believe they were under $30 and plugged right in. We have all had them for close to a year and no problems whatsoever. They are pushing close to twice as bright as the original headlights.


Edit: I found the order, looks like they are at $40 now. Probably not the same bulb you need size wise but just an example.

AUXITO 9005 LED Headlight Bulbs 12000LM Per Set 6500K Xenon White Mini Size HB3 Wireless Headlight Bulb, Pack of 2 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07WMG43Q...abc_A8HVFP5VANY0EMKW2NVK?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

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[T-Rigger]

Hey guys,
Just got a "new" tacoma, its a '19 SR with a 4wd and a v6, pretty nice. The headlights are kinda crappy though, its just kinda hard to see at night. They seem kinda dim. Does anyone know if there are any "plug and play" type upgrades like a bulb I can swap out or something that will give me better results? I tried doing research but everything I found seemed to recommend intsalling HID's which required new ballasts and modding of certain areas, Down the road in a few years I might do something like that, but not looking to remove any material from the truck yet, and not really looking to spend a fortune either, I found some entire headlight assemblies that seemed like they would work better but theyre like $500+ this truck has me in the poor house as it is with the collision insurance and all that... anyone got any idea? More Lumens for less$?? Is an aftermarket bulb from Autozone gonna help?

I replaced the headlights on my toyota Scion xD with a"universal" HID kit from www.xrtemevisionhid.com - $49.00. THe only issue was that the positive and negative leads were opposite from my original bulbs and had to be reversed. Been satisfied. I had a 2005 Tacoma that I had put a similar kit on and was also satisfied. I would still be driving that Tacoma if it hadn't been totalled - loved that truck! Could not afford the replacement.

 

[Jstudz220]

I don’t know much about cars in general but you can buy some LED bulbs from auto zone or a store like it. I travel a good bit at night from time to time and put some in my car. They are extremely bright and I haven’t had any issues with them.

It makes a huge difference driving at night time even on isolated roads with minimal lighting. When I first put them in a couple years back I felt like I was driving around with my brights on at all times.

 

[Magdump]

I agree with Motor.
LED headlights FTW!!

I’ve replaced the bulbs in all 4 vehicles with LED’s from Amazon and we couldn’t be happier. No way I’d go HID now. I started with some $40/pair Nineo bulbs for my truck which took 4. I think 6500k is the white just before blue on the spectrum. There is a little fuss in getting them positioned in the housing on some models but they have an adjustable collar that uses one little set screw. Other than that, the harness fits either way so it’s best to test each bulb for polarity by plugging them in each way until they light. I’ve done all 4 vehicles and 2 motorcycles over the past year and I stick to a few rules. Use the fit-my-ride option when buying by entering your vehicle. I stick with the fan cooled models with better reviews.
So far I’ve stuck with Yorkim but have also bought Nineo. They’re extremely bright compared to factory Xenon bulbs and no crazy wiring.
By comparison, my buddy bought a $90 pair that are supposed to be the ****, and no brighter than any of the ones I have that we can tell. Also, they work extremely well in projector lamps.
I had HID’s installed in a car around 2010 that cost me dearly and they were a great improvement over the factory lights. The LED’s seem like the same level of improvement with a lot lower price and easy plug and play. Good luck!

 

[rcm192]

Im rocking LED headlights in my sequoia. Theyre fantastic. Amazon special as well.

Glowteck 9003/H4 LED Headlight Bulbs Conversion Kit - CREE XHP50 Chip 12000 Lumen/Pair 6K Extremely Bright 68w Cool White 6500K For Bright & Greater Visibility https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01KHUYOW...abc_BZK574CH8R0S3M5VWPSF?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

 

[Horrible]

Not specifically headlight related but Tacoma world forum has a ton of great info for your truck. Helped me out a ton as a new Taco owner a few years back

https://www.tacomaworld.com/forums/3rd-gen-tacomas-2016.186/

 

[bearfutedninja]

i have a 4runner and use leds from www.xenondepot.com and also their half wattage bulbs for fog lights night and day difference.

 

[datboyhieu01]

I have a 2016 tacoma TRD sport and I use LED headlights in my and LOVE it way way brighter if you get low beams make sure to get the high beams too



I use AUXbeam and they work fine with the housing


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