06-09 LED headlight bulbs. MUST TRY list

[Terminator03]

The OEM bulb output is atrocious. Swap the 04 headlights to 06-09 projector headlights get these bulbs and you’re set. Otherwise too much scatter without projectors.

Sorry, should’ve mentioned I already have the ‘06 lights. The driver’s side one had a good bit of moisture in it for that trip so I’m sure that contributed to the problem. I took it out to seal a couple of spots I suspected could be the problem so we’ll see how it holds up,but either way, I’ll grab the LEDs because if these keep leaking, I’ll just get another set, likely OEM next time.

 

[techno]

Keep us updated as time goes on please. Literally 100's of amazon reviews stating they fail in less than 12 months and numerous buyers revising their previous 5 star reviews down.

 

[Formidable]

Interesting. When mine fail I will update the thread. All bulbs die at some point.

Keep us updated as time goes on please. Literally 100's of amazon reviews stating they fail in less than 12 months and numerous buyers revising their previous 5 star reviews down.

 

[rokr1292]

ordered. Had another Amazon pair (Cougar Brand) and haven't been terribly impressed.

Please let me know if you notice a difference!

I too have cougar motors LEDs, and while theyre better than incandescent, there's definitely some room for improvement.

 

[dahveeed]

I received mine last night (same day shipping) I'll put them on in the next couple days!

 

[chell]

I'm gonna go ahead and order these. My headlights just don't do the trick when traveling through Ohio at night. Thanks.

 

[Formidable]

Here they are lit within DT Moto black 06-09 headlights. Paid a whopping $139 shipped for the headlights. Cheapest I could find - link below. Only issue is the turn signal bulbs don’t turn all the way. They go in and turn a few mm. Good enough to hold the bulb in place.

Also, stock headlights were a ***** to remove. There are four bolts total. One you will need to access through the fender liners... and it is not easy. I left that bolt off when I installed these lights.

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[Terminator03]

Keep us updated as time goes on please. Literally 100's of amazon reviews stating they fail in less than 12 months and numerous buyers revising their previous 5 star reviews down.

I read a ton of reviews too, but most say they were very good about replacing them. The cooling fans seem to be something that’s complained about because of noise. I’m not concerned about that with headers, and TRD exhaust though. As far as them failing in a year, most of the expensive halogens only last that long anyway. That seems to be the trade off if you want better lights unfortunately. That, or dropping close to $1k for a real HID setup like the OP mentioned. Those bulbs aren’t exactly cheap when they fail either...

 

[Terminator03]

Here they are lit within DT Moto black 06-09 headlights. Paid a whopping $139 shipped for the headlights. Cheapest I could find - link below. Only issue is the turn signal bulbs don’t turn all the way. They go in and turn a few mm. Good enough to hold the bulb in place.

Also, stock headlights were a ***** to remove. There are four bolts total. One you will need to access through the fender liners... and it is not easy. I left that bolt off when I installed these lights.

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Please update on the DT Moto lights after running them for awhile. I have black aftermarket ones too, can’t remember the brand (bought on Amazon), that have had major leaking issues after a few months. I’m looking to replace them at this point, but don’t want to waste money on the same problems again.

With regard to that 4th screw, they are plenty stable with the other 3, and I’ve been running over a year like that. Since I take them in and out frequently because of condensation issues, it would be a major hassle if I had to do the 4th one every time!

 

[Formidable]

It’s probably the same brand. Go to your local auto parts store and pick up a tube of windshield sealant. Take off the lights throw them in the oven for 10 mins at 250 deg. Pry them open with a plastic tab popper tool or flathead screwdriver. Wipe out condensation. Dig out China sealant. Replace liberally with windshield sealant. Reseal headlight. Reinstall.

Please update on the DT Moto lights after running them for awhile. I have black aftermarket ones too, can’t remember the brand (bought on Amazon), that have had major leaking issues after a few months. I’m looking to replace them at this point, but don’t want to waste money on the same problems again.

With regard to that 4th screw, they are plenty stable with the other 3, and I’ve been running over a year like that. Since I take them in and out frequently because of condensation issues, it would be a major hassle if I had to do the 4th one every time!

 

[Run4Evr]

sorry dumb question but itll be the h 11 bulb correct? i will give these a try as well.

 

[Formidable]

Correct. Just follow the link in the original post.

sorry dumb question but itll be the h 11 bulb correct? i will give these a try as well.

 

[bricox171]

Just bought an 06 T4R.. It already has the LED bulbs for the low beams but not the high beams. Will this work for the high beams as well?
Thanks!

 

[dahveeed]

I put mine in today I’m happy with them for the price!
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[Formidable]

Auxbeam fogs. Quality bulbs and packaging again... but some difficulty getting the bulbs in place. Partially because my fog housings are coming apart. The other issue is the polarity on the plug is reversed. So when plugging in the connector, the lock clip sits on the backside. Not a big deal. It goes in.

I wanted more fog light output and I got a ridiculous amount of output due to the fact the housings are not projectors. Tons of scatter. Equivalent of high beams and will be used only under demanding conditions.

Additional output and cut off pics while aiming the headlights below.

 

[Formidable]

Glad you like them

I put mine in today I’m happy with them for the price!
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[Terminator03]

It’s probably the same brand. Go to your local auto parts store and pick up a tube of windshield sealant. Take off the lights throw them in the oven for 10 mins at 250 deg. Pry them open with a plastic tab popper tool or flathead screwdriver. Wipe out condensation. Dig out China sealant. Replace liberally with windshield sealant. Reseal headlight. Reinstall.

Yeah, that would be the best bet at this point, just going to be way more hassle because I already beaded them with clear silicone caulk.

 

[riceandpho]

Auxbeam fogs. Quality bulbs and packaging again... but some difficulty getting the bulbs in place. Partially because my fog housings are coming apart.

Additional output and cut off pics while aiming the headlights below.

man re-aim the lights, but it looks decent, should of just go back to the full retrofit way.

 

[kevinpt]

Here they are lit within DT Moto black 06-09 headlights. Paid a whopping $139 shipped for the headlights. Cheapest I could find - link below. Only issue is the turn signal bulbs don’t turn all the way. They go in and turn a few mm. Good enough to hold the bulb in place.

Also, stock headlights were a ***** to remove. There are four bolts total. One you will need to access through the fender liners... and it is not easy. I left that bolt off when I installed these lights.

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got a photo of the projector when off? just picked up some black headlights off amazon and they were not centered so i returning and looking for different brands for headlights

 

[Formidable]

Yeah, that would be the best bet at this point, just going to be way more hassle because I already beaded them with clear silicone caulk.

That’s frustrating. Have you considered going back to OEM housings? I’m keeping mine just in case. If these fail, popping the OEM open, rattle can matte black.

man re-aim the lights, but it looks decent, should of just go back to the full retrofit way.

I will take these $29.99 bulbs over full retrofit 1k headlights any day! Lol

got a photo of the projector when off? just picked up some black headlights off amazon and they were not centered so i returning and looking for different brands for headlights

Hmm... You know you can adjust both vertical and horizontal adjustments right?