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Installing Thin LED bars in front. Which is better?

Discussion in '2.5 Gen Tundras (2014-2021)' started by S13ka24de, Mar 8, 2023.

  1. Mar 8, 2023 at 5:42 PM
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    Guys which location you think is better for this thin led bar. Initially i wanted to install it right in that gap of the grille. But after i test fit it there it makes the front look too busy. Also its a pain to mount. Now am looking to install it at the buttom of the grille. What you think? Thank you

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  2. Mar 8, 2023 at 5:45 PM
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    Shanet421

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    Both?
     
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    The wiring would be too much.
     
  4. Mar 8, 2023 at 5:53 PM
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    biebs96 my other truck is a big brown truck

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    I would say behind if that’s an option.

    Out front looks a little too “bolt on” like an undercover patrol car.

    what about in the gap in the front bumper? Or cut out part of the grill bulge.
     
  5. Mar 8, 2023 at 5:58 PM
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    Thanks. Behind the grille i thought about it but hard to mount and also the light get block. The bumper grille block venting. I may go with the police look..
     
  6. Mar 8, 2023 at 6:03 PM
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    biebs96 my other truck is a big brown truck

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    the grill pulls off with 4 bolts and a few tabs. Very easy to work behind.
     
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    Thanks. Pull the grille toward me? One guy on youtube telling people to pull up. I dont think so. More like pull forward? Thx again also how can i mount inside the grille?
     
  8. Mar 8, 2023 at 6:25 PM
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    biebs96 my other truck is a big brown truck

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    kind of up, forward, basically toward your shoulders and pops off.
     
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    I installed the NSV light bar that goes into the hood bulge. It was a very simple install and I love it.
     
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    Solid grille found on eBay, all stainless steel including all mounting bolts. High quality and will install majority of 30” led slim bars and pods. Love the look! Custom build and laser cut by Dacian Design.

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