GTR Lighting Ultra 2.0 H11 Reviews

[Moses_J]

Has anyone recieved these yet to provide feedback?

They're the new hotness all over Headlight Revolution but I've not seen any real reviews yet. They were just released at the beginning of December so I understand they're still fairly new. I bought them to replace my Nineo Gen2s but still waiting for them to ship.

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[Matze]

Can’t help you with a answer but I hope you put out a review after installation and testing!

 

[Chevrolegs]

Subscribed! Interested in a review!

 

[SlickTRD]

I actually have these installed for about a week now as I pre-ordered during their Black Friday special. They are a considerable improvement over the Morimoto 2Stroke 2.0 that they replace. But I've only used them for about 15 minutes at night. They appear to be about 60-70% of the total output of my 2019 GX460 OEM LEDs. But the GX does use two LED projectors per headlight. OEM LEDs also have very good CRI (color rendering index) so the biggest test will be in the rain. In terms of brightness the GTR Ultra 2 should perform better in the rain simply because they are brighter than the Morimoto but how well is yet to be seen. The fitment is spot on and everything fits under the dust cap without any issues. The build quality is good and the aluminum construction has a good weight so it doesn't feel cheap. The fans are also more quiet than the Morimoto. But you won't notice the noise with either once the engine is on. I would recommend using OEM halogen O-rings to make it easier to push and twist into position. It seems like halogen O-rings are slightly thinner. You can also adjust the beam pattern to make sure they are in the optimal position. The cables are also flat but I don't think that really provides any benefit from a round cable since they get stuffed under the dust cap. There are also polarity marks on the plug which makes them plug and play. From my limited experience I am happy with them so far.

 

[Moses_J]

I actually have these installed for about a week now as I pre-ordered during their Black Friday special. They are a considerable improvement over the Morimoto 2Stroke 2.0 that they replace. But I've only used them for about 15 minutes at night. They appear to be about 60-70% of the total output of my 2019 GX460 OEM LEDs. But the GX does use two LED projectors per headlight. OEM LEDs also have very good CRI (color rendering index) so the biggest test will be in the rain. In terms of brightness the GTR Ultra 2 should perform better in the rain simply because they are brighter than the Morimoto but how well is yet to be seen. The fitment is spot on and everything fits under the dust cap without any issues. The build quality is good and the aluminum construction has a good weight so it doesn't feel cheap. The fans are also more quiet than the Morimoto. But you won't notice the noise with either once the engine is on. I would recommend using OEM halogen O-rings to make it easier to push and twist into position. It seems like halogen O-rings are slightly thinner. You can also adjust the beam pattern to make sure they are in the optimal position. The cables are also flat but I don't think that really provides any benefit from a round cable since they get stuffed under the dust cap. There are also polarity marks on the plug which makes them plug and play. From my limited experience I am happy with them so far.

Awesome to hear! I constantly went back and forth between the Morimoto 2 Strokes and Diode Dynamics SL1. It's reassuring to hear you consider these an upgrade. Mine actually showed up today so I'm hoping to get them installed tomorrow or Wednesday.

 

[DRKWNG]

Awesome to hear! I constantly went back and forth between the Morimoto 2 Strokes and Diode Dynamics SL1. It's reassuring to hear you consider these an upgrade. Mine actually showed up today so I'm hoping to get them installed tomorrow or Wednesday.

I was interested in the DD SL1s as well, but have heard many stories where they will not fit in the vehicle; assuming that means they won't fit under the dust cap. Regardless, I'm interested to hear how these bulbs work for you as I desperately need something more effective.

 

[ForRun]

So I pulled the trigger on these, will post up before after pics. Anyone have photos before/ after or any photos? thanks

 

[zmilin]

I ordered a set for both low beam and high beam last weekend. I had a hell of a time at night recently and started doing some research. Ended up deciding to go with the LED option and was going to pull the trigger on the SV.4 but saw the review for these. They are not cheap but if they do what they say its worth it to me.
I dont have the tools to measure light output but will try and take some before and after shots to share with everyone as well.

 

[ForRun]

I ordered a set for both low beam and high beam last weekend. I had a hell of a time at night recently and started doing some research. Ended up deciding to go with the LED option and was going to pull the trigger on the SV.4 but saw the review for these. They are not cheap but if they do what they say its worth it to me.
I dont have the tools to measure light output but will try and take some before and after shots to share with everyone as well.

Did you go with Ultra 2 for the high beam also?

 

[clarksky]

great lights!

After watching the reviews from Headlight Revolution, I replaced the stock low-beams in my 2019 with these bulbs and have been extremely happy after using them for 2 weeks. The practical visibility is an immense improvement over the stock bulbs. The beam pattern is tight, and there are no blind spots. All the hardware fits nicely inside the stock housing, but the bulbs themselves were very difficult to twist into correct position. To install the bulb on the driver's side, I had to reposition the battery just to gain enough leverage to twist the bulb into place, but that was the only trouble. In all, I'd definitely recommend them.

 

[SlickTRD]

After watching the reviews from Headlight Revolution, I replaced the stock low-beams in my 2019 with these bulbs and have been extremely happy after using them for 2 weeks. The practical visibility is an immense improvement over the stock bulbs. The beam pattern is tight, and there are no blind spots. All the hardware fits nicely inside the stock housing, but the bulbs themselves were very difficult to twist into correct position. To install the bulb on the driver's side, I had to reposition the battery just to gain enough leverage to twist the bulb into place, but that was the only trouble. In all, I'd definitely recommend them.

You can make it easier by swapping the o-rings and using the ones from your halogen bulb. You will notice halogen o-rings are slightly thinner.

 

[zmilin]

Did you go with Ultra 2 for the high beam also?

I did.
I ordered the PWM module with it. My only concern is that it will sacrifice the DRLs. I keep forgetting to call and find out if the DRL will run at full high beam during the day. If this is the case I might switch the high beam to the Xtreme LED Pro. I saw that it still functions as a DRL in this video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OUwp3HkYiqw&feature=youtu.be.

 

[ForRun]

I did.
I ordered the PWM module with it. My only concern is that it will sacrifice the DRLs. I keep forgetting to call and find out if the DRL will run at full high beam during the day. If this is the case I might switch the high beam to the Xtreme LED Pro. I saw that it still functions as a DRL in this video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OUwp3HkYiqw&feature=youtu.be.

I read the GTR ultra works with DRL, not sure about the ultra 2?

 

[Black-X]

Where you all ordering these from, direct? I’m willing to give them a shot if they really are a noticeable improvement over stock and will last

 

[ForRun]

I did.
I ordered the PWM module with it. My only concern is that it will sacrifice the DRLs. I keep forgetting to call and find out if the DRL will run at full high beam during the day. If this is the case I might switch the high beam to the Xtreme LED Pro. I saw that it still functions as a DRL in this video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OUwp3HkYiqw&feature=youtu.be.

So this is odd. that youtube video at the 1:30 marker says the GTR ultra bulb won't fit under the 4runner cover. Guy in another thread says it fits great??
Thread post 107----->Headlights suck
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[Black-X]

So this is odd. that youtube video at the 1:30 marker says the GTR ultra bulb won't fit under the 4runner cover. Guy in another thread says it fits great??
Thread post 107----->Headlights suck
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Do you think he was talking about previous GTR bulbs and not the 2.0 in that vid?

I swear I’m about to drive myself crazy trying to find some good lighting for my 2020 4R. It doesn’t have to be as great as the OEM LED/HID in my past cars, I just need something that’s good. :shrug:

 

[zmilin]

So this is odd. that youtube video at the 1:30 marker says the GTR ultra bulb won't fit under the 4runner cover. Guy in another thread says it fits great??
Thread post 107----->Headlights suck
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Here what I found when I was looking at this...
- Known fit is the Morimoto 2 stroke. Base depth dimension from the website is 36mm
- GTR Ultra base depth is 35.6mm (I cant find a dimension on the Ultra2)

I am making a slight assumption that since the cable on the Morimoto comes straight out the back and needs to be bend that a .6mm cant make that much of a difference between the two dimensions.

As for the guy in the video. No idea.

My lights arrive on 12/27. I can give you a better idea then

 

[SlickTRD]

The GTR Lighting Ultra 2 for sure will fit in our 4Runner. To make installation easier, I highly recommend you swap the Ultra 2 o-rings with OEM halogen o-rings. The transformer and cables all squeeze into the space and the dust cap fits over everything.

 

[Black-X]

Bit the bullet and ordered some of these. Fingers crossed that they are pretty good and won’t fail anytime soon. Also got some OEM LED fogs being delivered today and just need to figure out high beams next. Looking forward to seeing reviews on these from you all in the mean time!

Almost bought the XB headlights but what happens in 5 years and 1 day when they burn out (my luck)?

 

[ForRun]

Well this is a bummer. Went to install the GTR ultra 2 and I guess 4runner lights might be sourced from other companies?
I can set the bulb into the socket but due to part of the housing, it can not twist to seat as the housing keeps the bulb too far away. I'm sure it's within or under a mm. I tried the o-ring that came with it, tried the OEM halogen gasket and tried no gasket at all. I took pics the best I could given the bad location. When the bulb is seated I tried marker and pencil to show where the bulb hits into the projector housing. Couldn't get pencil spot on, only close.
You can see where the bulb got scraped by the housing and where the housing got scraped by the bulb. I could probably grind the bulb housing down but at hundred bucks a bulb, want something in writing from GTR they will take them back if it don't work out!
Edit, tired both bulbs on both sides with same result.