Headlights (3 Viewers)

[kjsmiff]

I replaced the OEM headlights a few years back and after a repaint, I noticed I needed to readjust the drivers side. Seems the adjustor screw is stripped and I don't know if that is something that can be overcome. I have found some replacement headlights which are one piece, clear and eliminate the turn indicator amber lights as an amber bulb in the replacement performs that function. I am honestly considering going with these since they are from wal mart and if they are crappy...like the last ones I can return them. Anyone tried these? I realize OEM is the way to go, but they are hard to find and very expensive. Thanks for the help!

 

[Live to Ski]

from our very own headlight guru, Daniel Stern (per attached).

basically: "...need carefully-chosen new headlamp assemblies (very preferably genuine Toyota ones; all of the aftermarket items are of severely inferior quality, performance, legal compliance, etc."

 

[Super77]

I replaced the OEM headlights a few years back and after a repaint, I noticed I needed to readjust the drivers side. Seems the adjustor screw is stripped and I don't know if that is something that can be overcome. I have found some replacement headlights which are one piece, clear and eliminate the turn indicator amber lights as an amber bulb in the replacement performs that function. I am honestly considering going with these since they are from wal mart and if they are crappy...like the last ones I can return them. Anyone tried these? I realize OEM is the way to go, but they are hard to find and very expensive. Thanks for the help!

Replacement OEM headlights are available all day long from Toyota. I bought a DS glass housing during a recent 25% off sale for about $208 shipped. You’ll regret buying whatever garbage Mall Wart is selling. So will oncoming drivers at night.

 

[LXfromTX]

from our very own headlight guru, Daniel Stern (per attached).

basically: "...need carefully-chosen new headlamp assemblies (very preferably genuine Toyota ones; all of the aftermarket items are of severely inferior quality, performance, legal compliance, etc."

Thanks for that attachment, very interesting and informative. I need to get around to getting my headlights properly aligned, been dreading the task.