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Oem bulbs suck

Discussion in '2.5 Gen Tundras (2014-2021)' started by ChefTundra2016, May 26, 2022.

  1. May 26, 2022 at 9:32 PM
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    ChefTundra2016

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    Was wondering if I could run led bulbs without losing my trailer lights or losing anything at that. An if you have any advice on a good brand that would be awesome. Thanks

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  2. May 27, 2022 at 3:54 AM
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    OHwendTrd

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  3. May 27, 2022 at 4:01 AM
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    Charvonia Design

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    I used Diode Dynamics. Just use a quality bulb, there is a lot of junk out there.
     
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  4. May 27, 2022 at 4:19 AM
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    toyofan87

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    Official welcome for your first post. Nice rig.
    Big fan of VLEDs
     
  5. May 27, 2022 at 4:25 AM
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    TBS

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    One of the first things I did was order then replace EVERY bulb on my truck with LED's. The stock bulbs are no match with good LED's. Headlightrevolution.com and VLEDS.com have great bulbs for direct replacements.

    Good luck.
     
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  6. May 27, 2022 at 6:25 AM
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    frichco228

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    I have a 2016 too, had the halogens. Replaced fog lights with LED switchbacks with great results. Also went to the stock LED headlights from the TRD Pro. Used the ihacker harness to install. Between those two changes, lighting has improved 1000%. HUGE difference.
     
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  7. May 27, 2022 at 7:58 AM
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  8. May 27, 2022 at 8:02 AM
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    avssuc

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    I've had good luck with them as well.
     
  9. May 27, 2022 at 1:01 PM
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    1lowlife

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    Yes on VLED no to Headlight Revolution.
    Every bulb I bought from HR failed because the contacts are tiny and break easily.

    I've also run Sirus LED bulbs as well.

    The best solution for the headlights is to replace them with 2019 OEM LEDS with an @iHacker harness.

    Welcome to the forum @ChefTundra2016
     
  10. May 27, 2022 at 1:39 PM
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    Tundra Dude 45

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    Anyone use these? Are they better then the factory SR model bulbs?

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  11. May 27, 2022 at 2:16 PM
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    Spyker

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    VLEDs FTMFW!!!!
     
  12. May 27, 2022 at 2:54 PM
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    PermaFrostTRD

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    Another vote for VLEDS

    if you’re considering replacing the headlights, OEM LEDs with @iHacker harness is the best functional upgrade you can do for your truck.
     
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