Anybody ever try these led Headlights

[julianramirez1005]

Not wanting to spend crazy money on led headlights but also desperately need to upgrade. Any recommendations?
The ones I'm looking at
ebay lights

 

[dmjay]

I used the Stedi LED upgrade.
It is a major improvement for the money.

 

[CruiserTrash]

Not wanting to spend crazy money on led headlights but also desperately need to upgrade. Any recommendations?
The ones I'm looking at
ebay lights

No comment on the lights, but ... Eureka, California. Lived there circa 2011 and haven't thought about that place in a long time. Don't see people from there too often either. No I wasn't in "the industry" haha. One of the most beautiful areas of this big old country.

 

[Spike Strip]

Careful what you buy - Some cheap LEDs are even worse that the stock bulbs. This is for Round, but still applies....

 

[kevin in okinawa]

never seen those, they might be okay...but might be $hit, you never know. I used Truck-Lite LEDs and I really like them. I have cheap/generic amazon LEDs for the highbeams.

 

[julianramirez1005]

No comment on the lights, but ... Eureka, California. Lived there circa 2011 and haven't thought about that place in a long time. Don't see people from there too often either. No I wasn't in "the industry" haha. One of the most beautiful areas of this big old country.

Thanks yeah it really is a special area. Born and raised here and I still love it. Since the “industry” has gone legal now everything is different, for better or worse

 

[Spike Strip]

Can you ship me some of that 'industry product' in some headlight housings?

 

[IronNam]

Curious how legit their cutoff pattern is lol

 

[John McVicker]

Great review of these lights. I believe that soon I will try out the 7 inch Holly Retrobrights for my 60.

Rather expensive at $214 on Amazon but this guy really likes them and he seems legit. Once I get them I will report back…BUT if anyone here has experienced these lights please let me know.

EDIT: see my post #13…$428, not $214.

EDIT #2: this guy is testing his own company’s headlights. He’s a good presenter but not an unbiased presenter.

 

[julianramirez1005]

Well they took my $100 offer. Guess we will see how they work out. Will update when I get them

 

[DrRock]

Great review of these lights. I believe that soon I will try out the 7 inch Holly Retrobrights for my 60.

Rather expensive at $214 on Amazon but this guy really likes them and he seems legit. Once I get them I will report back…BUT if anyone here has experienced these lights please let me know.

Hello John, I have the Holley retrobrights on my 75. I did a short review here with night shots, see link below. My 60 has the Koito upgrade with Diode Dynamics bulbs. Once I have the 60 back from Kelly, I will do a side by side comparison. Also, if you are coming to SASx this year, I'll have both trucks there and you can check them out yourself

Post # 298 has the images and a short review of the retrobrights:

Build Thread 'Saudi 75 1 - Tilda Bogue Service Station'

Oct 21, 2023

This one is fresh off the container. The second Saudi cruiser I’ve imported.

1992, first of the 1FZ trucks.

Real.

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[John McVicker]

Perfect @DrRock thanks for the info & yes we can touch base @ SAS10.

If I go with the Retrobrights I’m going to try to make a decision soon.

 

[John McVicker]

Ok…wow! Now I have to really do some head scratching. I did a bit more research & was about to pull the trigger on these Amazon Holly RetroBrights and then realized the $214 price tag is for ONE headlight, yes…ONE & only ONE. $428 for both headlights.
More thinking required.

 

[DrRock]

Ok…wow! Now I have to really do some head scratching. I did a bit more research & was about to pull the trigger on these Amazon Holly RetroBrights and then realized the $214 price tag is for ONE headlight, yes…ONE & only ONE. $428 for both headlights.
More thinking required.

Yes, that's why I went with the Koito route on the 60 and just upscaled the bulbs. My 75 came with the Holley lights already so it will be a good comparison. If you already have reflectors that can take an H4 bulb this is a cheaper option, see link below. They also run sales from time to time. No affiliation, just a happy customer.

H4 SL2 Pro LED Bulbs (pair)

<div class="ddescr dcol1"> <div class="block1"> <h3>Features</h3> <ul> <li>Advanced TST LED Technology for industry-leading performance.</li> <li>Internal cooling for superior reliability.</li> <li>Fully integrated design, no wires or external drivers.</li> <li>Direct replacement bulb with...

www.diodedynamics.com

 

[BurntToast]

Ok…wow! Now I have to really do some head scratching. I did a bit more research & was about to pull the trigger on these Amazon Holly RetroBrights and then realized the $214 price tag is for ONE headlight, yes…ONE & only ONE. $428 for both headlights.
More thinking required.

Just be happy you have a 60, not a 62

 

[CruiserTrash]

Yes, that's why I went with the Koito route on the 60 and just upscaled the bulbs. My 75 came with the Holley lights already so it will be a good comparison. If you already have reflectors that can take an H4 bulb this is a cheaper option, see link below. They also run sales from time to time. No affiliation, just a happy customer.

H4 SL2 Pro LED Bulbs (pair)

<div class="ddescr dcol1"> <div class="block1"> <h3>Features</h3> <ul> <li>Advanced TST LED Technology for industry-leading performance.</li> <li>Internal cooling for superior reliability.</li> <li>Fully integrated design, no wires or external drivers.</li> <li>Direct replacement bulb with...

www.diodedynamics.com

James, how's the cutoff on those inside of a Koito housing? I think the color temp doesn't look right, the beam patterns in halogen housings get too scattered, and most have big cooling fins that don't fit. The Diode Dynamics you linked to WILL fit though...

 

[John McVicker]

@DrRock so James just to be certain and before I go spend big $$ on 2 light bulbs , this is what you did on your 60:

A) used the H4 SL2 Pro led bulbs
B) in to the Koito housing
C) the bulbs fit w/o modifications
D) you are pleased with the results
E) total of 2 bulbs & each bulb has hi & low beams

Thanks James

 

[nw_fj62]

Related : I just had the Torfab LED headlights installed in my FJ62 (rectangular). I've been happy with the upgrade and clean cut-off so far...https://torfab.com/product/torfab-fj62-led-lights-4x6-kit/

 

[julianramirez1005]

Related : I just had the Torfab LED headlights installed in my FJ62 (rectangular). I've been happy with the upgrade and clean cut-off so far...https://torfab.com/product/torfab-fj62-led-lights-4x6-kit/ View attachment 4109581

I wasn’t a big fan of the shiny look of those but I definitely considered. Not to mention $350 bucks was more than I wanted to spend at the moment.

 

[DrRock]

Hello Guys

@DrRock so James just to be certain and before I go spend big $$ on 2 light bulbs , this is what you did on your 60:

A) used the H4 SL2 Pro led bulbs
B) in to the Koito housing
C) the bulbs fit w/o modifications
D) you are pleased with the results
E) total of 2 bulbs & each bulb has hi & low beams

Thanks James

Hello John,
A. Yes, I used the Diode Dynamics H4 SL2 Pro bulbs
B. Use in the Koito factory kit housing
C. Happy with the results and have good cutoff on low beam and a nice pattern on high beam
D. Correct, plus they just fit right in to the Koito housing, no modification required.

@CruiserTrash I was fine with the colour temp but I know this is subjective.

Hoping to see both of you at SASx this summer and if you’re on the fence, you’re welcome to take my 60 for a spin at night to see if you like this setup, same with the 75 as we’ll have both there.

Cheers, James