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HELP. LIGHTING EXPERTISE ADVICE NEEDED.

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by onehaoletaco, Aug 14, 2020.

  1. Aug 14, 2020 at 3:27 PM
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    onehaoletaco

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    Alright, so I bought a pair of sequential turn signal aftermarket headlights from DNA Motoring for my 2016 TRD Sport and little did I know they only make them for the non TRD versions of Tacomas (non DRL) and I messaged them about it and they said there’s absolutely no way I can make them work with my DRL setup due to to the difference in wiring harnesses. Why not just return them and get something that will work with my setup, you ask? Well, two reasons... the first is I really love the look of these specific headlights and no one else makes them like this for the DRL versions. The second is I live out in Hawaii and shipping costs $100 one way so to send it back I would be out $200... SO... I’m begging any experts in auto lighting to help me out with suggestions for any adapters I can buy for the wiring harness or anything I can do to make this setup work with my truck. Thanks! Here’s the link below...

    https://caautoparts.com/products/hl...MI35OF1d6b6wIVDh6tBh3MCAhtEAQYASABEgJj3vD_BwE
     
  2. Aug 14, 2020 at 3:32 PM
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  3. Aug 14, 2020 at 3:46 PM
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    The NON-LED DRL uses one dual filament bulb. One filament is the DRL & Signal, the other is the Parking/Tail circuit filament.
    Your LED DRL uses input from a relay but works the same way. Both versions are OFF when headlights are selected (Low beam).
    The issue is: The incandescent bulb with dual filament uses one filament to do the DRL and flashing Turn. The LED DRL is separate led strip that takes 2 inputs and a separate bulb for the turn with only one filament.
    It's going to be very difficult (not impossible) to duplicate that in your Tacoma.

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    Tap the turn wires.
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    Thanks for the info guys, I messaged taco-man18 about it and hopefully he’ll reply back with some good news. If anyone else knows somebody who makes these wiring harness adapters let me know!
     
  6. Aug 14, 2020 at 7:04 PM
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    This is everything I would need? What sizes for the wires/seals would you recommend? Really appreciate it man thanks.
     
  9. Aug 14, 2020 at 9:29 PM
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  10. Aug 16, 2020 at 1:11 AM
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    Oh god... where do I start?
     
  11. Aug 16, 2020 at 3:06 AM
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    You'll need a secure place for the relay bases (a set per side)...that will dictate how long the wires will be to the connectors.

    upload_2020-8-16_6-13-59.jpg

    You'll also need to route the turn signal tap into the cab. 2 wires, one for left another for right. These will tap into the turn signal stalk connector C11.

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  12. Aug 16, 2020 at 5:55 AM
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    Start by sending that shit back before that $200 bucks feels like chump change.

    Next thread: "I installed sequential turn signals, now my truck won't start" PLEASE HELP!!
     
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  13. Aug 17, 2020 at 12:07 PM
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    Welp, gotta have one unhelpful pessimist in the comments lol.
     
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  14. Aug 17, 2020 at 12:58 PM
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    C11 is the combination switch connector, located behind the steering wheel covers.
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  15. Sep 2, 2020 at 12:36 AM
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