Swapping Headlamp Assemblies

[TfromRI]

Hi everyone, Longtime lurker here finally decided to join in. First off I would like to thank everyone for the wealth of information I have recieved from this site. I own a 2000LC and the seal has blown on both of my headlights causing them to fog. I did some research and saw where the 06 - 07 updated headlights will fit with some minor fender trimming. The newer ones seem to incorporate the turn signals also. I was wondering if anyone had tried this yet, just how much trimming was necessary, is it plug and play and if they will adjust well once installed. Any info would be appreciated.

Thanks, TfromRI

 

[jatman]

Welcome!

I had seen the swap mentioned on the cruiser parts site

Toyota Land Cruiser UZJ100 and Lexus LX470 Parts For Sale

Maybe they have more details or have done it? Otherwise I don't recall seeing anyone on the board who had done this yet.

 

[kyoso23]

I haven't done a retrofit, but I did split the case and clean the whole inside of the assembly and reseal it. It turned out great. No more condensation problems. My only complaint is that it was time consuming.

 

[1loudLX]

i want to paint the inside of my headlights black, anyone have luck splitting apart the LX headlights?

 

[kyoso23]

i want to paint the inside of my headlights black, anyone have luck splitting apart the LX headlights?

Should be the same as any. Get all the soft plastic/rubber removed from the housing and any wiring if applicable, bake assy in oven @ ~250f for a few minutes and check it to see if it's starting to melt the seal enough to separate with some sort of prying device (I used a butter knife). Heat it in like 2 minute increments until it starts to pry apart easily.(you might have to remove some little clamp/clip things too. Keep a close eye on it, you don't want to melt any tabs. Once it's apart go to town, mang. It's really time consuming and it needs to be perfectly clean for reassembly. Make sure you don't use a water based silicone when resealing. I used "Hondabond" because it's the best stuff around for any gasket making material.

It sounds scary, but it's really easy. Just take your time and you should be OK. I was going to paint my bezles black while I was at it, but I didn't want to take the time to do the whole other light so I skipped it.

 

[Jim_Chow]

The '03-07 LC's might use different plastic trim pieces under the lights...you'd better confirm it beforehand. There was a post way back when that confirmed that the trim pieces under the front grille are different for the '98-02 and '03-07.

 

[HDJ100L]

2000 to 2007 look

Hello Folks! Long time no post! I've been in the process now converting my 2000 lc100 to 07 look. need to trim the fender from the signal light. I just finished installing the headlights and grille am still waiting for the front and back bumper to be repainted. for those who wanted to convert their 98-04 to 07 look. you need the following items:

2pcs headlight L&R
1pc front grille
1pc front bumper retainer
2pcs headlight filler L&R
1pc 03' up front bumper
1pc lock support (that's hold the grille)
1pc lower bumper support
2pcs LED taillights
2pcs LED garnish
2pcs 07 running board

will post before and after pictures once it's finish.

 

[Boston Mangler]

2pcs headlight L&R
1pc front grille
1pc front bumper retainer
2pcs headlight filler L&R
1pc 03' up front bumper
1pc lock support (that's hold the grille)
1pc lower bumper support
2pcs LED taillights
2pcs LED garnish
2pcs 07 running board

Mind seperating that list into front and rear parts? I like the front end, but kinda dig the new tail lights.

It looks as simple as swapping out the lenses, is there really more to it? I cant see it!

Thanks

 

[1loudLX]

if you want the new tail lights, just swap 'em and your done.

 

[Boston Mangler]

if you want the new tail lights, just swap 'em and your done.

Thats what i figured but them i read this on the cruiserparts.net site

""Might as well get the rear updated also! See below.
Must drill small hole for updated center rear emblem only $149 new. Very nice upgrade!!
2005 model tail lights/both sets are $230 each side new. ""

I dont understand what a small hole for an emblem has to do with the tail lights

 

[1loudLX]

it doesnt.......do you want to get the 06s with the LED brake lights?

 

[Boston Mangler]

it doesnt.......do you want to get the 06s with the LED brake lights?

Hadnt seen or thought about 06 LED's, pics?

I much prefer the cleaner look of the 05 clear portion of the tail lights over the orange 98-04 portion.

Truck is dark grey and the clear looks cleaner then the orange IMHO

 

[jatman]

Hadnt seen or thought about 06 LED's, pics?

I much prefer the cleaner look of the 05 clear portion of the tail lights over the orange 98-04 portion.

Truck is dark grey and the clear looks cleaner then the orange IMHO

Along the lines of the clear theme.. I think there is also a clear front corner of some sort available.

hks3sgte, did you just do that?

 

[HDJ100L]

Hello, As promised here are the before and after of my 2000 LC100 to 2007 look. Enjoy!

 

[1loudLX]

impressive! Are those the speedline wheels btw?

 

[hoser]

Nice job, HDJ100L!

 

[CivicFerio]

I believe those are Volk Racing TE37 18X9.5 +55 offset

 

[HDJ100L]

I believe those are Volk Racing TE37 18X9.5 +55 offset

You are correct CivicFerio! Those are Genuine RAYS wheels....

 

[middle east cruiser]

Hello, As promised here are the before and after of my 2000 LC100 to 2007 look. Enjoy!
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Sorry for waking up dead

Where did you get those wheels from ? How much did it cost you ?

Im looking for wheels to fit slicks into it for my 700HP cruiser

Thanks

 

[SmoothLC]

@HDJ100L hasn't been on in almost a year, so you may not get an answer.