ALPHAREX Pro Series Headlights on STEROIDS | LASFIT LED Swap | 2014-2021 4Runner Install & Discount!

These Alpharex Pro-Series Headlights look so good! This is how the 4Runner should look from the factory. Plus, the halogens needed upgrading badly. Don't forget to check out my instagram and join the giveaway!
From my estimation, the light output combined per headlight is roughly 10,400 lumens. 4000 for the low beams and high beams and 2,400 for the signals. That does not include the lumen output from the checkmark shaped day time running light. So...these are pretty bright. It is very important that you adjust these accordingly and only drive with the necessary light when on road to keep others safe.
*DISCLAIMER: The swapped out lights are H7 bulbs and fit the Alpharex housing NOT stock 4Runner housings. Prices (USD) I estimated for reference on the day of posting this video before tax using the discount code on LASFIT's website.
10,400 Lumen/Side Option: ~$462+$234+$51=$747
AlphaRex Pro Headlights: amzn.to/33vk7gz
LASFIT 4Runner H7 LSPlus Low Beam & High Beam: lddy.no/yjpi
LASFIT 4Runner Switchback Signal: lddy.no/yjph
LASFIT (Additional 10% off): OVLDENG10
8,400 Lumen/Side Option: ~$462+$126+$51=$639
AlphaRex Pro Headlights: amzn.to/33vk7gz
LASFIT 4Runner H7 LAPlus Low Beam & High Beam lddy.no/yjpj
LASFIT 4Runner Switchback Signal: lddy.no/yjph
AlphaRex LUXX Series ~ $760
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AlphaRex NOVA Series ~ $1185 (Current on sale at amazon ~$1060)
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DISCOUNT CODES:
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LASFIT (10%): OVLDENG10
Autonomous (Varies): R-ca5d0e
Midland (15%): OVRLNDENG
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---I have 2887 Front Springs, Rear 2898 Springs, 90010 Front Struts, 60080 Rear Struts, Stone Guards, and 5 mm Driver Side Lean Spacer
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The Desk I use:
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Disclaimers:
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Time Codes:
0:00 Intro
1:31 Updates
4:10 LED Swap
15:02 Install
22:37 Performance
23:29 Conclusion

[@OverlandEngineer]

As a comparison, the average halogen low beam is roughly 700 lumens and with high beams then ~1400 lumens...

[@ronweber4508]

Are you still monitoring this site?

[@OverlandEngineer]

@@ronweber4508 yeah why?

[@eclipsetrekker]

Is there any dark spots in the center with these bulbs?

[@jonforish8997]

Dude you have NO IDEA how much this video helped me figure out which bulbs to get for my Pro G2’s for my Runner! Thank you!!!

[@OverlandEngineer]

I did this on the G1s hopefully they are the same!

[@williamalleniii1388]

Did they fit for your G2’s?

[@FRMN8R_T4R]

The 10mm socket is the quintessential "Toyota Mod" tool!

[@OverlandEngineer]

That’s true. A 10,12,14 mm socket set would have been good to mention!

[@jessicagill1329]

Your video helped me so much, it’s exactly what I needed

[@Covshooter556]

Great video, just got the headlights delivered and am swapping over all of the lights right now and this video is very helpful. Will probably do the swap of the actual headlights this weekend. Question about the orientation of the actual light. Are you just OCD about it being oriented vertical or is that a must?

[@mulhallrj]

The led bulbs clock (rotate) to get the proper beam pattern so you don't get a blown out light pattern that blinds oncoming drivers

[@dave1096]

I just picked up a set of these for my 12' 4R. I've tried 3 brands of LEDs and cannot find a set that will fit allowing the dust cover to be installed on the low beam and with the high beams i couldn't even get the bulb into the housing to seat in the lens. The 12' 4R version of the PRO is vastly different than the 13' onward. I'll be sending them back and contemplating the LUXX version at 250$ more. My stock headlights with Auxbeam LEDs are great actually. I was just hoping for a headlight with a DRL as I'm moving back to canada and they do look really good.

[@anthonyviscusi4042]

Question with the DRL's..since I will not be using the DRL's, do I still need to hook up the wire harness...and if not...when I turn on the headlights at night, will the lights work properly?

[@overlandfun]

I just installed the same LEDs on my Pros and I'm getting immediate hyperflash on turn signal - any ideas?

[@sonnydacuse7622]

Which lasfit LED lightbulbs fit the alpha rex PRO headlight and turn signal lights?

[@BassAmateur99]

The bulb ring rotates so you can adjust the light beam for projector lights .. Its a good feature

[@OverlandEngineer]

Yeah I have realized that now after learning more about lighting setups. But it seems that most headlights are standardized so I feel like they could make it fixed for orientation. I suppose though these bulbs are more of a universal option.

[@topshelf30]

will this work 2021 T4R with oem led headlights?

[@juniorsarmiento7292]

How many watts where the bulb you used for your lows?

[@adanromano8201]

Are those LEDs the same for the early 5th gen 4Runner?

[@michaelvalliere8109]

Trying to find which Lastfit bulb works in the Alpharex pro for the LOW beam? Thanks

[@eclipsetrekker]

Does that LED bulb give any dark spots typical of these types in projector lenses?

[@OXFOOT]

I've been considering swapping out the housing for aesthetics but my lastfit bulbs all put out so much light that I don't know that I necessarily need it other than for looks.

[@OverlandEngineer]

Yeah I had the same debate and then decided that the look was worth it and before buying anymore bulbs for the stock housing I would get bulbs for the alpharex housing.

[@JD-tg4rl]

My install went smooth, until i tryed to close fuse box. The wire tap on INJ stood to tall, preventing it from closing...Errrrr

[@jdshakespeare]

Thanks for the detailed install video. I have the LastFit LED bulbs but find they are TOO bright on my 3" lifted 4Runner (OEM housing). I have to aim them WAY down to not get flashed which severely limits my headlight throw.

[@OverlandEngineer]

Yeah I feel I am running into this as well occasionally. Great for outside city limits but less so in town. You could always buy the lower lumen output option in the description if that was a concern

[@timothyalsbrooks9589]

Yeah I should have gotten the lower output haha 😂 I feel like this is going to be problematic

[@scflooring8658]

Thank you great video

[@ricardocontreras96]

Please help me find a good 4runner chat/ message board. I just got me a 2016 4runner limited 4x4. Thanks in advance. Rick

[@alexandernash6609]

question, I havegrill lights hooked up to my inj fuse, can I sub out for a different 10? I was thinking the interior light fuse, but not sure of the implications of this.

[@OverlandEngineer]

You could use the acc power fuse next to the driver footwell. I think that is what it is called. Many people use that port for the DRL.

[@NouCHENGvue]

Question how did interstate your grill lights to work with the add fuse? Did you you a t tap?

[@OverlandEngineer]

No I used a spot under the dash by the driver footwell for the grill lights and then the INJ fuse for the DRLs. But since I recently rewired everything I just soldered the two wires together and then heat shrinked them so they could both run on the INJ.

[@PJWoo]

How would you compare these newer Lasfit leds to the GTR Lighting Ultra 2?

[@OverlandEngineer]

I am not familiar with those other lights. But I will say that these headlights are absolutely amazing.

[@WOLFN8TR]

Hey Zack. I was watching your video and TRD JON’s about these headlights. I decided to go your route with the Lasfit Pro Series. Apparently Lasfit changed the design of the bulb. First the locking ring for the bulb comes off when in a certain position. Of course it’s the position I need it to be for 3/9 and the bulb comes off. When I actually get them in I cannot get the cover on! Also on your high and low beam is the bulb position different? On the low beam it’s not positioned to get the bulb facing 3/9. So you have to run a adjustable bulb. Other than the Lasfit’s do you have any idea what adjustable H7 LED bulb will fit? Thanks…👍

[@OverlandEngineer]

Hmm, I wonder if they saw my video and tweak their design so it wouldn't work...I think the lower performance LASFIT bulbs in the description will fit super easily if its just a cap clearance thing.

[@WOLFN8TR]

@@OverlandEngineer ya it’s possible as your LED’s appear to be adjustable without the locking ring coming off. I will look into the other Lasfit bulb’s. I tried to send you a message on the Toyota 4Runner Forum with some photos but it wouldn’t allow it to be sent. Thanks…

[@p.k.808]

@@WOLFN8TR I used some h7 360 degree bulbs from Amazon fit with dust cap closed and sealed. I found it it’s not a 360 design there is a noticeable dead zone in the middle splitting the beam pattern.

[@jeredsnyder4424]

So did you just order 2 sets of the H7 bulb sets. same exact set for the high beam and low beam? I am for sure ordering these pro series lights and I love the LED swap. Just trying to get some clarity here before I order the incorrect things.

[@OverlandEngineer]

Yep that's exactly what I did. Then got the switchbacks for the turn signals. AlphaRex Pro Headlights: amzn.to/33vk7gz LASFIT 4Runner H7 LSPlus Low Beam & High Beam: lddy.no/yjpi LASFIT 4Runner Switchback Signal: lddy.no/yjph LASFIT (Additional 10% off): OVLDENG10

[@jeredsnyder4424]

Did you wiring harness come with or did yu order that extra from alpharex?

[@fokinmatt]

Question my alpha Rex pro on my tundra I got brand new leds not even a week ago and they are dim not bright move them around to make sure they are in the right place but it’s still too dim. Any thought ?

[@OverlandEngineer]

Maybe those LEDs require some different signal to run…I’m not sure. I only partially know about the 4Runner setup

[@HEKTiK66]

Do you know if those same bulbs would fit the 2nd Gen Tacoma housing as well?

[@OverlandEngineer]

Are you trying to use the alpharex or stock housing? That is probably the first question to see if they use the same type of bulb (H7) then fitting will just require knowing space inside the housing from a engineering design sheet or just pulling the headlight and measuring it if it is not accessable. LASFIT makes a bulb that fits it is just a matter of which one haha. They have everything.

[@jyoon311]

Nice videos bro, curious do you know if the las fit pros that are specifically for the 4Runner fit the alpha rex pro?

[@OverlandEngineer]

Thanks! I doubt it, they are different socket types. Just have to look at the specs.

[@josephgargano5975]

Wanted to check on how these lights have been running. Like you, I have installed the AlphaRex Pros on my truck and would like to upgrade my low beams. Since they are pretty close to the dust covers have you noticed any issues? Thanks for your help. Keep up the good work.

[@OverlandEngineer]

Honestly no! It seems to work exactly the same way the day I installed them.

[@imghaniff]

Regarding future bulb replacements, how accessible are the bulbs? Is it true you have to remove the head lamp fixture to replace the bulbs?

[@OverlandEngineer]

@@imghaniff You don't have to but it is much easier and they are easy to remove. You would have to do the exact same process for a stock headlight. They really aren't much different headlight enclosures.

[@imghaniff]

@@OverlandEngineer is it true that the light beam is cut cut off to the right and left? Is this adjustable?

[@loctuantran]

Is there anyway drl light can be turned off while parking if it is wired this way?

[@OverlandEngineer]

No you would just have to wire it to a switch. It would not be very hard to do that though

[@aldeezeefouronefeezzee837]

I have the the alphaRex luxx model … My question is my turning signal does not signal like yours does with the .. did you configure it that way or did I miss a connection of some sort when installing?? If just signal makes normally not like the cool way like yours !!! Yjx

[@OverlandEngineer]

You just need a switchback signal from LASFIT and you are all set. Just snag one from the description and you are all set!

[@aldeezeefouronefeezzee837]

@@OverlandEngineer thanks!!!! Good channel!! Keep it coming

[@OverlandEngineer]

@@aldeezeefouronefeezzee837 no problem!

[@andrewcolpo7593]

Do you plan on upgrading to the 6th Gen 4runner after the first model year has been released for about a year?

[@OverlandEngineer]

Hard to say. Depends on the benefits and if the money equations make sense. I presume my 4Runner will be pretty built and I won't want to start over. Who knows, cross that bridge when I get there!

[@reubenmtz]

Couple of questions. How does lasfit compare to hids? How does lasfit compare to hikari? Like the hyperstar, or ultrafocus models. How does lasfit compare to the luxx model?

[@MarioLoco03]

wow the cut off on the left and right is pretty bad. Is there dark spots in your field of view when you turn left or right?

[@OverlandEngineer]

I does look really harsh in the video but I don't really notice. The switch back signals are like mini fog lights on the sides. They do a great job of lighting that up and I sometimes feel bad how much they shine in people's mirrors. So if you are worried about the cut off then get the switch backs probably. I never feel like the light is not throwing far enough into the ditch. If it ever really worries me, I have ditch lights and fog lights to kick in haha.

[@MarioLoco03]

@@OverlandEngineer Ohh good to hear. Maybe the vide makes it look darker.

[@OverlandEngineer]

@@MarioLoco03 Yeah I am trying to think hard whether I notice clear cut off on the sides and I just don't think anything like that is happening or bothering me.

[@tomcat15]

HI, great video, I was wondering if someone had tried this conversion. I wanted to ask you, I already have LASFIT Bulbs on my OEM frame but my High Beam is H11 and my Low Beam H11 as well. Will these fit the new housing of the AlphaRex Pro? Thanks

[@OverlandEngineer]

No unfortunately not. The AlphaRex Pros use H7 bulbs...

[@tomcat15]

@@OverlandEngineer Thank you for your quick reply, I will look into the H7 bulbs.

[@OverlandEngineer]

@@tomcat15 No problem! I have the ones I used linked below with a discount code.

[@aasuuraa]

Did you notice any heating issues with the caps being so close to the fans?

[@OverlandEngineer]

Nope! They work like a charm!

[@kakashikakashi-]

Ok, so I got all the parts coming within a few days here... Wondering if 72w x4 LED bulbs are rated for the wiring.. What kind of research did you do ? Hindsight 20/20, I should've done my own before jumping on the purchase.. Also have you noticed and hyper flashing with lasfit signals? Any info you have would greatly help me Great video, would've loved a little more details about loads/ bulb size/fitment ( these are H7's) as opposed to h11's etc.. Anywho, the specific detail really help out people, Cheers!

[@OverlandEngineer]

Yeah thats a good point. I could have provided some more of the technical detail. I just never know how much of that people want to listen to you know! Being that my previous LASFIT low beams were higher wattage I figured the headlights were not in electrical danger though I haven't officially tested it. It would have been good practice to see what voltage was being delivered to the headlight through the harness. The bulbs are H7 for the low and high beam. The signal is the same size as the factory signal bulb. It should be fairly straight forward to test current and voltage output of the harness with a multimeter and known resistor. While I have an engineering background I am not a professional engineer so I cannot give official advice. I hope to inspire people with build ideas where they can do the important research and then do the project themselves. Hopefully I provide some helpful info along the way.

[@kakashikakashi-]

@@OverlandEngineer UPDATE *** So I installed them.. it seems fine, the output for what I paid to have them shipped over to CANADA plus customs, almost came out to 1k.. for bulbs and headlights and IMHO probably not worth it for function, but only for aesthetics unfortunately.. Would've really liked more output from true 72W bulbs I was expecting MUCH higher quality. These bulbs do * fit the housing, but wont close * and in order for the dust-cap to close, the light has to be wedged... throwing the light off a little bit. The setup is a bit of a pITA too. Looks fantastic, but for the price iduno, im still scratching my head a bit haha My main question here is... how on earth did you manage to run only the check-marks without the lights... Wont work on mine, please help if you can! Cheers!

[@OverlandEngineer]

@@kakashikakashi- Yeah I more decided to do it for the aesthetics but I wanted high wattage lights if possible and loved my LASFITs so I figured I would give it a shot and pick the brightest that would fit! Included with the lights is a little wiring harness with a fuze. Basically you need to connect that to the fuze I mention in the video if you want to have the white check marks on all the time. I think they maybe mention in the install manual that 5th gen 4Runners don't need the harness but you definitely do. At least for the 2015 model. Maybe I missed something...

[@kakashikakashi-]

@@OverlandEngineer Thanks for the reply! Yeah, I can't get it to just be the checkmarks while driving.. I have a 19 trd pro. As soon as I put it in gear my inner lights (drl ) turns on. not sure why we have different configurations but the same truck basically >.

[@OverlandEngineer]

@@kakashikakashi- Yeah weird...so you have the harness installed and that doesn't fix it?

[@UtahNick71]

Thats the only way to buy an Alpharex product. Because the Luxx output are trash.

[@OverlandEngineer]

Yeah I think they said it was around 1700 lumens per bulb. Not awful and better than halogens but there are brighter LED options...