Perfect video for my new purchased ditch lights. Will be adding to my 16 taco. Wiring was my only issue. Didn't know where to run them. You're awesome. I'm figuring 1 hrs turn around. I'll go for 30 min. Farm mechanics rock!
FYI... The drill bit you used is for Masonry or Cinder Block. That is why is basically melted your plastic instead of cutting. Keep up the good work. Your Taco is looking great.
Look into the SPOD, much better way to go as you keep adding more electrical stuff such as your ARB air compressor, off-road lights, lockers, bed lights, hood lights, etc... Your switch location is a little sketchy! You also need to look into aftermarket battery posts that allow multiple connections, such as the SDHQ battery terminals. They also carry the SP-9100, which is like the SPOD. Just a heads up, as there are some great products out there for our Tacomas. Hope that helps. Mike
It's a drill bit that looks kind of like a Christmas tree. They come in different sizes. You use them to drill progressively larger holes without changing bits. It would have been perfect for drilling the hole for the switch in the cubby. A really handy tool to have when working on cars. Google "step bit" to see all kinds of different kinds. Cheers! @@BrosFOURRSpeed
The kit has a positive and negative wire that attach to those posts on the battery. So just loosen the bolts, put the circular portion around the stud and tighten in back up. Very simple!
Trevor, I agree. Guys - Here is the link to Cali Raised. You will need the Cali panel (replaces what you cut into) and 3 blank plugs from Toyota. Drill the one plug and mount your switch. OR Air on Board sells switches that pop right into the Cali panel. caliraisedled.com/products/2016-2018-toyota-tacoma-oem-style-switch-panel
Suggestion! I too originally zipped tied the lights to the wires under the hood but I ran into a problem. That is the wires for your washer fluid. After I zipped tied the washer fluid did not spray. I don’t know if it made the wires to heavy and it was not tied down all the way. I would check to make sure your washer fluid still works, if not you will have to relocate the zip ties.
I like how the bracket fit so well. Unfortunately, here in Ontario Canada, we are not allowed any more that 4 lights including headlights and Fog lights. The only solution for ditch lights would be to have a cover for them. Nice videos. Keep it up
If you follow that law that’s on you. I live in Ontario Canada and I have 2 led pods in the front plus my fog lights and a light bar on the roof. None of them are ever covered and I have never had a problem in the 3 years I have had them. Theres no cop around here that’s going to give you a hard time
Lmfao! Hilarious but this guy atleast gets his truck out there and dirty. So many dudes driving around in Tacomas (specially 3rd gens) that are mall crawlers. It would be like me getting a $3,000 guitar and never learning how to play.
You might be able to find one, but then you wouldn't be able to attach the light to the bracket. I honestly love the look, I don't think they are too high at all. You also have to consider when the hood is open, where the light needs to be to not touch the windshield.
Did the extra connectors come with the wiring harness or did you have to get them separately? Ordered a Tacoma kit but didn't get the harness just curious if I order the harness if it comes with all I need
@@BrosFOURRSpeed yep. My "kit" came with lights with bare wires and the brackets. I just ordered the harness and the fellow assured me he would include connectors
Ryan Nix Crawl is only available on the Off Road. That’s a great system to have. But if you don’t plan on doing crazy off road stuff, the sport with a rear locker and 4x4 would be a great pic
Sweet. I actually prefer these over the ones you surprised your father with. Do you have a video on the fog lights install? Never mind. Think I found it - th-cam.com/video/6UO2uah7r0I/w-d-xo.html
I have hinge mounted light brackets on my first gen crv. They utilize both hood bolts. Idk why theyd design it with only 1. First time a branch touches it its gonna move. I do alot of trails as opposed to open areas tho
maybe you could do a video on using an OEM type switch to give it a clean look
Perfect video for my new purchased ditch lights.
Will be adding to my 16 taco.
Wiring was my only issue.
Didn't know where to run them. You're awesome. I'm figuring 1 hrs turn around. I'll go for 30 min.
Farm mechanics rock!
Glad this was helpful for you! I use them every now and then, still love the look and the brightness!
FYI... The drill bit you used is for Masonry or Cinder Block. That is why is basically melted your plastic instead of cutting.
Keep up the good work. Your Taco is looking great.
Look into the SPOD, much better way to go as you keep adding more electrical stuff such as your ARB air compressor, off-road lights, lockers, bed lights, hood lights, etc...
Your switch location is a little sketchy! You also need to look into aftermarket battery posts that allow multiple connections, such as the SDHQ battery terminals. They also carry the SP-9100, which is like the SPOD.
Just a heads up, as there are some great products out there for our Tacomas. Hope that helps. Mike
Cool mod. Nice work, guys. Grab a couple of different sized step down bits for your tool box. They are super useful for projects like this.
What’s a step down bit? We had all the tools we needed.
It's a drill bit that looks kind of like a Christmas tree. They come in different sizes. You use them to drill progressively larger holes without changing bits. It would have been perfect for drilling the hole for the switch in the cubby. A really handy tool to have when working on cars. Google "step bit" to see all kinds of different kinds. Cheers! @@BrosFOURRSpeed
Love the lights and the brackets and the harnesses. Did not see the link in your description. Can you point me to where I can get those?
This company went out of business, but if you search for ditch lights, a lot should come up!
Wish you had shown how you guys hooked it up to the battery, that's what I don't have any experience with.
The kit has a positive and negative wire that attach to those posts on the battery. So just loosen the bolts, put the circular portion around the stud and tighten in back up. Very simple!
That red dot is *Perfectly* centered. 😏
Both of them....
Nice! Actor, David Spade doppelganger! Lol
Haha yup! This is my side hustle when I'm not acting!
Oh thank god, now you’ll finally make it up that muddy hill
You should watch todays video. We finish up the air compressor and go to that hill
Great mod guys. Very impressive lighting :-)
Thanks! I can't wait to see them at night on the trails!
Did you guys just hook the wires up to the battery if so how would I go about it
Yeah, the kit comes with the red/black ends to hook up to the positive and negative side of the battery!
Should get Cali raised switch panel so u don’t have to cut into truck n looks alot
Trevor, I agree. Guys - Here is the link to Cali Raised. You will need the Cali panel (replaces what you cut into) and 3 blank plugs from Toyota. Drill the one plug and mount your switch. OR Air on Board sells switches that pop right into the Cali panel. caliraisedled.com/products/2016-2018-toyota-tacoma-oem-style-switch-panel
Toyota tacoma look realy good !
Thanks!
Exact product and video I was looking for...Thanks!
No problem!!
Incredible video. Mike you are hilarious when you said just kidding 😂. Brian that flannel long sleeve shirt was everything.
Spend the $12.99 and get an OEM Ditch Light Switch, it’ll look 10X better. They have cool switches that say, Zombie lights, etc, if that’s your taste.
Suggestion! I too originally zipped tied the lights to the wires under the hood but I ran into a problem. That is the wires for your washer fluid. After I zipped tied the washer fluid did not spray. I don’t know if it made the wires to heavy and it was not tied down all the way. I would check to make sure your washer fluid still works, if not you will have to relocate the zip ties.
Ryan Murphy Interesting, I'll definitely keep an eye on if I have the same problem.
Either that or you squished the line for the squirters.
Using a concrete bit to cut a hole in plastic hum
What’s the link for those Ditch lights?
This company went out of business a few years back. But I will work on adding a link in the next few days for a similar product!!
Where can I buy those lights, no link to it.
The company went out of business so I've been looking for replacements to add a link!
Can’t you send me the exact web page that you bought this off cause you link brings me to a page but can’t find this lights anywhere..???
I actually had trouble finding them again too. I'm wondering if they went out of business since this video. I can't find a website for them either!
Those look good and they will definitely light up the night! 🌙
Can't wait to try them out!
Anyone know the link to the product? I can’t seem to find it on Amazon
From what I’ve seen this company went out of business. Other brands are going to be similar.
I like how the bracket fit so well. Unfortunately, here in Ontario Canada, we are not allowed any more that 4 lights including headlights and Fog lights. The only solution for ditch lights would be to have a cover for them.
Nice videos. Keep it up
Dang that stinks! And thanks!
If you follow that law that’s on you. I live in Ontario Canada and I have 2 led pods in the front plus my fog lights and a light bar on the roof. None of them are ever covered and I have never had a problem in the 3 years I have had them. Theres no cop around here that’s going to give you a hard time
Is the company still in business? Link does not work. Can’t find them on google.
That's interesting! I would say no then! Weird to see that! But there are a lot of similar brands out there!
now all you need to do is actually go off road
Here's one of the many vids! th-cam.com/video/UtqegDRsizE/w-d-xo.html
Lmfao! Hilarious but this guy atleast gets his truck out there and dirty. So many dudes driving around in Tacomas (specially 3rd gens) that are mall crawlers. It would be like me getting a $3,000 guitar and never learning how to play.
@@BrosFOURRSpeed you call that off road? hahaha...
You should do a video about everything that you have done to the truck so far.
Here's the latest update! th-cam.com/video/RAdaxi58ZCk/w-d-xo.html
6:04 feast your eyes 👀 😂🤗🥴
They sit way too high. Isn’t there a lower profile bracket to use to lower them closer to the hood??
You might be able to find one, but then you wouldn't be able to attach the light to the bracket. I honestly love the look, I don't think they are too high at all. You also have to consider when the hood is open, where the light needs to be to not touch the windshield.
Where did you find the bracket to attach to the hood?
It came with the kit! For some reason the 6K website isn't working anymore, maybe they went out of business but they provided all of that as one!
Cali raised sells the brackets for like 50 bucks I think
Did the extra connectors come with the wiring harness or did you have to get them separately? Ordered a Tacoma kit but didn't get the harness just curious if I order the harness if it comes with all I need
Yea I got everything in one order. Did you get it from the same company?
@@BrosFOURRSpeed yeah I ordered the Tacoma kit from 6k I called them and ordered the stuff I needed
Corey Boyd Hmm..you are talking about the connection from the light (where we sautéed) right?
@@BrosFOURRSpeed yep. My "kit" came with lights with bare wires and the brackets. I just ordered the harness and the fellow assured me he would include connectors
I guess if anything is missing. Just double check with 6K. They'll set you up right
Did both lights come together or did you have to buy two lights separately?
It came as a kit
Should I get the TRD off road or TRD sport Tacoma?
Ryan Nix Crawl is only available on the Off Road. That’s a great system to have. But if you don’t plan on doing crazy off road stuff, the sport with a rear locker and 4x4 would be a great pic
On the interior shots, did your dash trim come blue or was that aftermarket?
I actually painted it myself. Here's the video for that! th-cam.com/video/fZayGnmdMkM/w-d-xo.html
That was a concrete bit for a hammer drill...
It didn't matter what it was for, we just used one that had the right diameter to go through this plastic and that's what we had.
Looks good
304yota Guy13 Thanks!
The brackets need to be powder coated black (or blue) but cannot remain stainless.
Mine are powder coated black
Wtf Is that 6k led link ???
I think they went out of business awhile back
dude the link takes you too some Japanese XXX sight. WTF I was at work when I clicked the product link to look at the price point for these. Damn it.
6K LED is no longer in business, I took the link down. Very weird it would do that though.
Sweet. I actually prefer these over the ones you surprised your father with. Do you have a video on the fog lights install? Never mind. Think I found it - th-cam.com/video/6UO2uah7r0I/w-d-xo.html
Yea you found the fog light video! And yeah these aren't quiet as bulky as those ones!
Cooop
Looks ridiculous, wait till you leave it in a parking lot, someone will steal it
That is so ghetto!!!
How?
1 bolt holds that bracket on??? Its gonna move. That's a lame design
It's a very sturdy bracket, hasn't moved since I installed it and still have on the truck, great design and durable.
I have hinge mounted light brackets on my first gen crv. They utilize both hood bolts. Idk why theyd design it with only 1. First time a branch touches it its gonna move. I do alot of trails as opposed to open areas tho
@@TheShangralaaaa17 Even with one bolt I can't move it, just a different design, but I do more open trails too.
ibas super bien con el video, pero ocupar una broca de concreto (hormigon) para peforar un plastico la cagaste. cuek
I don’t own any concrete drill bits…it’s just a large bit for the size hole I needed. Worked great..
Switch stupid location
I'm glad you listened to the video and saw that it was a temporary location until I did the switch panel... th-cam.com/video/oTMSTTLIv5I/w-d-xo.html