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Need some fast help - Torx bit size for tail-light removal?

Discussion in '2.5 Gen Tundras (2014-2021)' started by joem1cha3l, Jul 19, 2017.

  1. Jul 19, 2017 at 9:24 AM
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    Tried searching but didn't have any luck. Can someone tell me what size Torx bit is required to remove our rear tails? Trying to pick this up today while I'm out and about but I don't have my truck with me.
     
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    I don't have my truck here right now, but I want to say it was a T30 or T40. It was a pretty large torx bit. =\
     
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  3. Jul 19, 2017 at 9:30 AM
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  4. Jul 19, 2017 at 9:33 AM
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    Try T40...it's tighter if your talking tailgates
     
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    You can just use a flathead screwdriver for the taillights, they're not on very tight. If you have a Harbor Freight near you, they sell a nice Folding Torx Bit Key set for like $6.
     
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    Tail lights or tail gates?
     
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  7. Jul 19, 2017 at 9:44 AM
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    Sorry fellas... tail lights
     
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  9. Jul 19, 2017 at 9:53 AM
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    I went and bought a variety torx bit from Ace. That way, you have more options if needed for other parts in the future.
     
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    T30 bit purchased, thanks fellas!

    Time to tackle the tinted tails this evening!
     
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  11. Jul 19, 2017 at 10:04 AM
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    You using a spray tint or film?
     
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  12. Jul 19, 2017 at 10:09 AM
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    Spray for now. I've had good luck w it in the past. We will See what happens!

    Not sure how I'm going to tackle the third brake light yet
     
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  13. Jul 19, 2017 at 10:13 AM
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    Sweet! I have a film on the reverse and bed lights but always thought about spray tinting the entire thing. Let me know how it turns out!
     
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    I may try and tape off the truck really well do the third brake light in place. I don't want to drop the damn headliner to do that one small Lense
     
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  15. Jul 19, 2017 at 11:01 AM
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    Can't you remove the lens without removing the headliner? I thought you had to remove the headliner only to change the housing.
     
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  16. Jul 19, 2017 at 11:02 AM
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    If you're right, I'll kiss you. I just remember my guy had to drop the headliner to wrap my roof. Gonna check it out when I get home!
     
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    Yeah you don't need to remove the whole housing. The lense cover pops off with 2 screws. I would put some silicone on the rubber ring too when you re-install as its pretty cheap
     
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    I think they sell these at the local Adult store.
     
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