Headlight question for the lighting people ?
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Headlight question for the lighting people ?
Headlight question for the lighting people ?
I have a 1998 4runner and a 2000 4runner
I can’t believe the difference between the 2.
I am going to put a set of headlight assemblies in my 1998 from a 2000 since the will be a direct bolt in swap.
My question is why is there such a difference between the 2 ?
Both use the same bulb.. 9003
Is it the reflector that makes all the difference ?
Also if I want to do a HID conversion will the reflector from the 2000 be good ?
I know jack @#@#@ about all of this new lighting
Thanks mike
I have a 1998 4runner and a 2000 4runner
I can’t believe the difference between the 2.
I am going to put a set of headlight assemblies in my 1998 from a 2000 since the will be a direct bolt in swap.
My question is why is there such a difference between the 2 ?
Both use the same bulb.. 9003
Is it the reflector that makes all the difference ?
Also if I want to do a HID conversion will the reflector from the 2000 be good ?
I know jack @#@#@ about all of this new lighting
Thanks mike
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Not sure about exact differences between '98 and '00 headlight housings but please do not put HIDs in a reflector housing. If you want HIDs do it the right way and install aftermarket projectors like these:
http://www.theretrofitsource.com/pro...2f204f7a13c9bf
http://www.theretrofitsource.com/pro...2f204f7a13c9bf
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The difference in your light output could be bulb difference, you didn't mention they were the exact bulb or not, just the type.
Are the plastic lenses hazy/foggy from the sun? If so, clean or get new ones.
Is the lens prizmed or just the reflector?
check your wires for corrosion. corrosion = resistance = dim headlights
HID can be a headache, get a set of really nice 9003 bulbs first like Silvavnia Silverstars, should run you about $40 a pair, but worth every penny. There are other really good regular bulbs, hopefully someone with more knowledge will chime in.
Are the plastic lenses hazy/foggy from the sun? If so, clean or get new ones.
Is the lens prizmed or just the reflector?
check your wires for corrosion. corrosion = resistance = dim headlights
HID can be a headache, get a set of really nice 9003 bulbs first like Silvavnia Silverstars, should run you about $40 a pair, but worth every penny. There are other really good regular bulbs, hopefully someone with more knowledge will chime in.
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I've always heard the Sylvanias are junk but Osram Night Breaker and Philips Xtreme Power seem to get awesome reviews. Unless you want to spend the money to do a projected HID retrofit, stick with halogens. May want to upgrade the wiring if going higher than the stock 55w/60w. Here's my thread on upgrading the headlight wiring and installing 55w/100w halogens:
https://www.yotatech.com/forums/f116...arness-243482/
https://www.yotatech.com/forums/f116...arness-243482/
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sorry for the links to ebay
but i dont have pics
1998 style
http://www.ebay.com/itm/TYC-96-97-98...item20be005cbd
2000 style
http://www.ebay.com/itm/TOYOTA-4RUNN...item5ae1ac4e6c
but i dont have pics
1998 style
http://www.ebay.com/itm/TYC-96-97-98...item20be005cbd
2000 style
http://www.ebay.com/itm/TOYOTA-4RUNN...item5ae1ac4e6c
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I can't comment on other brand bulbs, because i my local shop carried only the Silvanias, i am very happy with them, and they seem to last a good amount.
OK, so that answers the style question, what about the bulbs? try switching them?
OK, so that answers the style question, what about the bulbs? try switching them?
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Ok, so perhaps it IS the difference between prizmed lens and reflective housing...or wiring. So if you change the housings, and no change, i guess you need to look at the wiring.
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