Yep - I bought a screwdriver specifically to reach this and it works like a charm.
LED 9006 headlight bulbs anyone?
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Properly designed LED lights sure, but putting a LED bulb into headlamp not designed for LEDs...no.
I run HIR in my LC and HID in the LX.
This or if you can find it the head of the headlight adjustment is like an 8mm head, I was able to find a ratcheting wrench to fit.
I kept the stock high beams, they work great for me.
Yeah I kept stock high beams as well. Eventually I will do the HID Projector Retro fit but that is something that will be down the road some.
What’s the backside of your Diode Dynamics bulbs look like installed? Are there any “dust covers” included? Seems like there is fan used to cool the bulb.
I remember watching one of the guys who ran lasfit LEDs and he mentioned something about having to contact the manufacturer for a dust cover to fit over the heat sinks
I remember watching one of the guys who ran lasfit LEDs and he mentioned something about having to contact the manufacturer for a dust cover to fit over the heat sinks
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Do you happen to have a link to the exact bulbs you purchased. Not sure why I am having a hard time finding them.
OP and anyone else that is thinking of/currently running an LED or HID lighting set up in a factory halogen reflector housing - please read this thread - Why LEDs should not be run in Halogen reflectors - https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/why-leds-should-not-be-run-in-halogen-reflectors.454371/
It is a wealth of information (technical reasoning, real world tests, output measurements and photos) and clearly outlines why LED/HID in a reflector is inefficient, non-performant and just plain rude to commuters around you.
If you run a stock factory halogen reflector, please upgrade to a brighter halogen bulb and be done with it or switch to a projector set up. Don't be that guy.
It is a wealth of information (technical reasoning, real world tests, output measurements and photos) and clearly outlines why LED/HID in a reflector is inefficient, non-performant and just plain rude to commuters around you.
If you run a stock factory halogen reflector, please upgrade to a brighter halogen bulb and be done with it or switch to a projector set up. Don't be that guy.
This.
I strongly suggest buying the top-end halogen bulbs if your stock lights were halogens. Yes, a LED may appear 'brighter' but in my experience they are completely worthless in inclement weather, particularly snow. If you want further performance upgrading the headlight assemblies is a must IMO. Just something I've learned with my pre-LC trucks and friends' sled deck equipped rigs. YMMV though.
I'm currently running these and they are awesome.
Diode Dynamics does a lot of work to get them as thin as possible to replicate the filament of an old school bulb. These are 100% worth the money and I am a huge fan, they work great, fitment is no problem you just need to index the LED to the body so that it lines up correctly.
They do but they show them as "FOG" lights and not direct drive light replacements. There was something a while back where a guy had gotten these and then later received a letter from DD that stated something to the sort of the testing was not complete to make them "legal" drive light replacements. So they were offering the ability to send them back for a partial refund plus their top of the line Halogen replacements. I never got said letter or email so not sure exactly what is going on with it.
From their website.....
APPLICATION NOTICE: LED bulbs are legal in the USA for Fog Light use only. Not compliant with DOT / FMVSS108 and not street legal in the USA for Headlights. Legal for off-road use in ATV, snowmobile, and off-road racing use. International legality varies by country. Note: This usage regulation is not unique to Diode Dynamics bulbs. All LED bulbs from all brands, regardless of marketing claims, are prohibited from street use in halogen headlights in the USA. Click here to learn more.
Depending on your local law enforcement and inspection requirements, this can be in issue^ Some of the cheap LED's are terrible and are obvious, the DD's are not. Use at your own risk.
SL1's are drive lights so no flasher is needed. Or at least none for my '98 LC.
Echo “Don’t be that guy” I have tried everything in the stock housing. Either it flat out doesn’t work or it blinds oncoming traffic. Two choices are the projectors or Kelley Saad’s headlight conversion. I chose the later.
Forgot about the Kelly Saad housings, @Hotrodlarry - great option and unique look. I believe they accept aftermarket Jeep style plug in lights, so the options are broad, good quality and relatively affordable.
Driving with LEDs or HID's in halogen reflector housings is akin to driving around with your high beams/spotlights/light bar on. Period.
Driving with LEDs or HID's in halogen reflector housings is akin to driving around with your high beams/spotlights/light bar on. Period.