1. Welcome to Tundras.com!

    You are currently viewing as a guest! To get full-access, you need to register for a FREE account.

    As a registered member, you’ll be able to:
    • Participate in all Tundra discussion topics
    • Transfer over your build thread from a different forum to this one
    • Communicate privately with other Tundra owners from around the world
    • Post your own photos in our Members Gallery
    • Access all special features of the site

Looking For Headlight Suggestions

Discussion in '2nd Gen Tundras (2007-2013)' started by rodl12, Nov 17, 2024.

  1. Nov 17, 2024 at 11:35 AM
    #1
    rodl12

    rodl12 [OP] New Member

    Joined:
    Nov 18, 2019
    Member:
    #38801
    Messages:
    276
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    Rod
    South Jersey
    Vehicle:
    2017 Tundra SR5 Double Cab
    I've done some searches and I see alot of post for 2018 Tundras. I'm looking for some suggestions for my 2017, suggestions that wont breake the bank. TIA
    IMG_7816.jpg
     
  2. Nov 17, 2024 at 12:01 PM
    #2
    PermaFrostTRD

    PermaFrostTRD Tumescent Member

    Joined:
    Sep 20, 2016
    Member:
    #4612
    Messages:
    3,089
    Gender:
    Male
    Northern NY
    Vehicle:
    2019 CrewMax MGM Grocery Getter
    Poor man's limited; Fox 2.0 & 5100s; 285/70 RG
  3. Nov 17, 2024 at 12:12 PM
    #3
    rodl12

    rodl12 [OP] New Member

    Joined:
    Nov 18, 2019
    Member:
    #38801
    Messages:
    276
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    Rod
    South Jersey
    Vehicle:
    2017 Tundra SR5 Double Cab
    I'd like to stay under $1000. I've been looking at the AlphaRex Headlights. Any thoughts?
     
  4. Nov 17, 2024 at 12:18 PM
    #4
    PermaFrostTRD

    PermaFrostTRD Tumescent Member

    Joined:
    Sep 20, 2016
    Member:
    #4612
    Messages:
    3,089
    Gender:
    Male
    Northern NY
    Vehicle:
    2019 CrewMax MGM Grocery Getter
    Poor man's limited; Fox 2.0 & 5100s; 285/70 RG
    I’ve never had any experience with them so I’ll let others who have offer their opinion.
    OEM LEDs are pretty tough to beat for the price and it will keep you well under the $1000 mark.
     
    AZBoatHauler and BlueRibbon4x4 like this.
  5. Nov 17, 2024 at 12:31 PM
    #5
    BlueRibbon4x4

    BlueRibbon4x4 Let’s color match it

    Joined:
    Aug 16, 2018
    Member:
    #18204
    Messages:
    3,320
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    Geno
    Vehicle:
    2015 Blue Ribbon 4x4
    Alpharex headlights are a gamble if they’re sealed correctly. Some will say they have no issues and others will say theirs leaked and customer service is terrible. I did a lot of homework on them and decided not to purchase them. I have no experience with them directly.
    OEM LED really are the best choice if you’re looking for upgraded output and looks on a budget. Don’t forget the harness.
     
    rodl12[OP] likes this.
  6. Nov 17, 2024 at 1:05 PM
    #6
    TundraMcGov.

    TundraMcGov. Your friend. Your foe. Not yo Ho.

    Joined:
    Nov 23, 2018
    Member:
    #22089
    Messages:
    2,388
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    Jofus
    Burpinham, Babalama
    Vehicle:
    2017 Super White DC 4X4 Tundra
    2015 MGM Limited 2x4 Sequoia
    This right here ^^^.

    And please allow me to help. Search for these Mama Toyota part #'s:

    ---- 81110-0C211 right side
    ---- 81150-0C211 left side
     
    PermaFrostTRD[QUOTED] likes this.
  7. Nov 17, 2024 at 1:44 PM
    #7
    FuegoMCS

    FuegoMCS New Member

    Joined:
    Jan 25, 2022
    Member:
    #73671
    Messages:
    50
    Gender:
    Male
    East Texas
    Vehicle:
    2011 Crewmax 2WD
    Would these work on a Gen2 Tundra? Size and shape OK? Would the truck complain about the different amp draw of these compared to the standard bulb headlights?
     
  8. Nov 17, 2024 at 2:12 PM
    #8
    PermaFrostTRD

    PermaFrostTRD Tumescent Member

    Joined:
    Sep 20, 2016
    Member:
    #4612
    Messages:
    3,089
    Gender:
    Male
    Northern NY
    Vehicle:
    2019 CrewMax MGM Grocery Getter
    Poor man's limited; Fox 2.0 & 5100s; 285/70 RG
    No you need 2018+ sequoia LED headlights which are a bit more spendy.
     
  9. Nov 18, 2024 at 4:55 AM
    #9
    rodl12

    rodl12 [OP] New Member

    Joined:
    Nov 18, 2019
    Member:
    #38801
    Messages:
    276
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    Rod
    South Jersey
    Vehicle:
    2017 Tundra SR5 Double Cab
    Are these Toyota Tundra OEM LED replacement headlights?
     
  10. Nov 18, 2024 at 5:24 AM
    #10
    PermaFrostTRD

    PermaFrostTRD Tumescent Member

    Joined:
    Sep 20, 2016
    Member:
    #4612
    Messages:
    3,089
    Gender:
    Male
    Northern NY
    Vehicle:
    2019 CrewMax MGM Grocery Getter
    Poor man's limited; Fox 2.0 & 5100s; 285/70 RG
    yes
     
  11. Nov 18, 2024 at 6:41 AM
    #11
    rodl12

    rodl12 [OP] New Member

    Joined:
    Nov 18, 2019
    Member:
    #38801
    Messages:
    276
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    Rod
    South Jersey
    Vehicle:
    2017 Tundra SR5 Double Cab
    Thank you!
     
    PermaFrostTRD[QUOTED] likes this.
  12. Nov 18, 2024 at 6:50 AM
    #12
    rodl12

    rodl12 [OP] New Member

    Joined:
    Nov 18, 2019
    Member:
    #38801
    Messages:
    276
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    Rod
    South Jersey
    Vehicle:
    2017 Tundra SR5 Double Cab
    Do I need a special harness with these?
     
  13. Nov 18, 2024 at 6:52 AM
    #13
    rodl12

    rodl12 [OP] New Member

    Joined:
    Nov 18, 2019
    Member:
    #38801
    Messages:
    276
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    Rod
    South Jersey
    Vehicle:
    2017 Tundra SR5 Double Cab
    I just put this number in the search on Sparks Parts and it says they do not fit my year Tundra.Screenshot 2024-11-18 at 9.51.19 AM.png
     
  14. Nov 18, 2024 at 6:59 AM
    #14
    PermaFrostTRD

    PermaFrostTRD Tumescent Member

    Joined:
    Sep 20, 2016
    Member:
    #4612
    Messages:
    3,089
    Gender:
    Male
    Northern NY
    Vehicle:
    2019 CrewMax MGM Grocery Getter
    Poor man's limited; Fox 2.0 & 5100s; 285/70 RG
    In post #2 (which I've quoted here) I link to a thread where a forum member makes wiring harnesses for this upgrade. READ THE ENTIRE FIRST POST OF THAT THREAD like I suggested and it will answer any further question you have. The reason "Sparks Parts" is saying it doesn't fit is due to the additional wiring harness you need to purchase from @iHacker
    The LED headlight assemblies are the exact size of the old halogen ones. A direct swap once you have a harness to wire them up.
     
  15. Nov 27, 2024 at 5:31 PM
    #15
    Gator42

    Gator42 New Member

    Joined:
    Jan 22, 2023
    Member:
    #90727
    Messages:
    1
    Gender:
    Male
    Vehicle:
    2017 Tundra 4wd crew max
    Following this thread I see everyone talking about LED’s and I’m not wanting to spend a ton of money. What is a good replacement for the original bulbs that I can get from good ole Auto Zone??
    Or Napa or something comparable? thanks
     
  16. Nov 27, 2024 at 7:55 PM
    #16
    82nd Airborne

    82nd Airborne New Member

    Joined:
    Mar 22, 2024
    Member:
    #114113
    Messages:
    42
    Gender:
    Male
    Vehicle:
    2012 SR5 DC
    If you're buying from AutoZone you are overpaying. Just buy replacement halogen bulbs online or at Walmart unless you are willing to buy full led housings
     
    Gator42 likes this.

Products Discussed in

To Top