Update/Replace 2014-2020 Lexus IS Taillights

[@UnknownUser-zw9od]

Awesome explaining everything 👍🏽 this deserves a follow! Was debating on getting this kit, now this video made it so much more convincing haha

[@MTParadise]

Thank you so much for the feedback. I figured I would take the risk and get it but I was even more blown away seeing it in person.

[@UnknownUser-zw9od]

@@MTParadise I’ve watched other KZbinrs but I don’t think they ever mention the button to turn off the animation in the trunk 🤷🏽‍♂️ that was a plus. When I get it I might extend that on and off switch to the front. Thank you looking forward on your other vids

[@MTParadise]

@@UnknownUser-zw9od that’s a cool idea. I’ll have some more videos coming with more modifications like front splitter, sideskirts, etc. if you haven’t already seen it, I have a Lexus 3IS playlist and links in the description for everything I get and use.

[@alirizvi2631]

@MTParadise One of the best install videos if not the best I've ever seen. Great work buddy.

[@Golden_ape_toker]

By far the best tutorial how to install the lights! Already installed mines, the hardest part was removing all the ficking tabs, and putting them back just to remove them cos I forgot to bolt the middle lights lol

[@MTParadise]

Thank you so much! I tried to be clear and show everything

[@Breezzy824]

Super excellent tutorial!

[@MTParadise]

Thank you! I’m glad I could help

[@Breezzy824]

@@MTParadise I just did mine in 2 hour taking my time... And bruhhh it's worth every penny and install was easy. 9/10 for fitment and parts.

[@MTParadise]

@@Breezzy824​yeah it’s my favorite thing I’ve done so far. That and the axel back exhaust. The lights look amazing though, especially with my rewrap on my car

[@trestafford5733]

Just bought the clear ones for my 200t can’t wait to put them on

[@MTParadise]

They man an amazing difference to the car. My favorite mod I did

[@JenniferatHome]

Really great demonstration and explanation!!! Crazy upgrade! Tremendous difference!!!

[@MTParadise]

Thank you so much! Yeah, they are completely different but worth it

[@travisdiep8443]

Replaced my VLAND tail lights using this vid!! Perfect video and thorough instructions!!

[@MTParadise]

That’s awesome. Thank you, I’m glad I could help

[@Zikonentertainment]

Used this video to install mine. Simple and straightforward!

[@MTParadise]

I tried to make it easy to follow along lol I’m glad I could help

[@RassWyse876]

Great explanations man from start to finish. Don’t stop doing what u do man. Cheers 🍻

[@MTParadise]

Thank you so much! I try to make it as easy as possible to follow along

[@MsBronxkid718]

Thank you this is so helpful. I have a GS 350 and didn't know how to remove that chrome trim.

[@MTParadise]

I’m glad to hear. Yeah some of the stuff between models is very similar

[@MsBronxkid718]

I just finished installing mine this morning and they look good

[@MTParadise]

@@MsBronxkid718heck yeah! That was my favorite upgrade I did

[@RickyHoowah]

Thank you so much for making this vid! The most descriptive and informative when it came to installing these tail lights!

[@MTParadise]

You’re welcome! I’m glad I could help

[@lexusbruh904]

My tails arrived today, can't wait to install 🎉

[@MTParadise]

Heck yeah. That my favorite upgrade I’ve done!

[@josephdlonewolf9155]

I was thinking of replacing mine but I still love the oe tail lights. So good at night

[@MTParadise]

My favorite thing I ever did was these ones. Plus the smoke tint ones look really nice

[@luantran5857]

The light is awesome. Will get one for my 19 soon. Have you ever tried to add the jewel eye fog lights for it?

[@MTParadise]

I’ve seen those but I don’t know yet if I want to do that

[@rebirth2969]

What a jovial fella. Making it all look so easy, but when you start, it takes the whole day. I bet you he can explain how to build a shed and get you all pumped feeling like you got it, but when you actually try to do it you’re like 🥴

[@MTParadise]

😂 well actually starting a project is the hardest part. I should have made a video of building my shed 😂😂😂

[@jroc01]

You said it bro, I'm gonna have to have someone else install this.

[@teddylee7722]

Ended up using this video as a guide to install the lights, I went with HCmotion or whatever (I think they're all the same). I was wondering if you noticed any of these issues post installation... 1. The two 10MM nuts that bolt on the rear lights (7:07 in this video)to the actually body of the car does not fully tighten anymore. Just continues to turn infinitely. Additionally. Notice any gaps from then bumper from these lights 2. Do you notice the rear light bar in your reverse camera when backing up? I notice it more at night when the lights actually illuminate.

[@MTParadise]

That’s weird about the bolts and gaps. I’ve never had that problem. HC Motion is the brand that makes all of these that are also sold under different names lol. I don’t notice the light at all while backing up. It’s just as if it was stock

[@curtisoaks5670]

dude your wrap is sick i am wanting to get these tail lights and do a 2017 front swap on my 2016 lexus 200 t

[@MTParadise]

Thank you!!! Yeah these taillights are the best thing to do in my opinion

[@JustinParDeLeon]

Seeing this video until now, I had previously installed the lights on mine, but I never got a mounting bracket, so now half my camera is being blocked by the rear lights. Do you happen to have a link for the mounting bracket you had on yours so I can stick my camera out more and fit just like yours did? Or is there any other solution you can recommend?😢

[@MTParadise]

Oh dang that’s unfortunate. Mine came with the lights. If you still have the packaging, maybe it’s in there still. Or maybe you can reach out to the company and let them know it was missing

[@K.therealist28]

Whew! So clean bro! Your videos are so easy to follow. Thanks bro… definitely will be adding this mod to my list of things to do. 🔥

[@MTParadise]

Thank you! These are definitely the best upgrade I’ve done so far. Worth getting. I have links to amazon in the description

[@johnguerra1100]

Having a ton of trouble getting the last screw off in the mounting bracket for the back up camera. Any tips on how you got the cabling for the back up camera off? seems impossible to take off

[@MTParadise]

I don’t remember exactly as it was a while ago but I’m pretty sure I remember there being a screw that was a pain to get and I used a really small screw driver

[@johnguerra1100]

yep eventually got it off after some pain.. sadly remounted the camera upside down so I gotta go through the process all over again loool! looks absolutely fantastic though I love how the lights ended up

[@MTParadise]

@@johnguerra1100 oh dang. Yeah I really love how the lights look. My favorite upgrade so far. The axel back exhaust also was a game changer too and that was very easy to do

[@chieftk4034]

WOW!! That is something else! Looks Great!

[@MTParadise]

They sure are! Amazing upgrade

[@EmaleesBoutique]

love it! Thanks for the detail tutorial. I have a 2018 and can't wait to replace my tail lights

[@MTParadise]

No problem at all!

[@jamesventura5338]

What’s the difference between the two links you gave for the rear lights on Amazon? One is $450 the other is like $480? Which one did you buy, struggling to choose what I should get for a white is300.

[@MTParadise]

amzn.to/4f448JC this is the exact one I ordered but it seems that it’s the exact same company with different listings under a different name lol. I added the other links in case one listing was sold out but also there’s different tint levels too

[@teddylee7722]

Link for the trunk mat? Seems like you have some rubber/plastic cover in place of the OEM mat

[@MTParadise]

It’s WeatherTech (link below). The part number 40663 is the part number for the one I ordered and it’s made to fit the exact car. I also got the mat thing that clips on and can roll out over and down the bumper so you don’t damage it while loading stuff in. amzn.to/3nOnUDr

[@TheFlyingHernie]

Love the tutorial....very detailed. Thanks, gonna go install mine RIGHT NOW!

[@MTParadise]

Thank you! Good luck and enjoy

[@TheFlyingHernie]

@@MTParadise what's funny is, mine didn't have the little button to turn the animation on and off. Doesn't really matter. I like it anyways.

[@MTParadise]

@@TheFlyingHernie yeah they might have realized that nobody will ever use it so maybe they stopped adding that 😂

[@TheFlyingHernie]

@@MTParadise it was in the instruction booklet 🤷. Also, mine came with two yellow wires, with what maybe looks like a fuse or something in shrink wrap in the middle. I know my explanation isn't very good, lol 🤣

[@nbafan3021]

Prefer the BEFORE lights. Looks sharper and more aggressive. The AFTER lights look too futuristic, like some hybrid vehicles I see on the road. This is why I didn’t upgrade my 2018 IS for the new one.

[@MTParadise]

I get that. The stock ones did look really good and I was debating it for a while but I ended up getting these and they look way better in person

[@loganhancock2328]

I've had these for a while now. I'm trying to figure out how to have it off while the front DRLs are on. Have you figured out a way to make the taillight only turn on when the headlights are on?

[@MTParadise]

Mine only come on while the headlights are on. I leave my lights in the auto setting and during the day they are off while the DRL are on. They come on when it auto turns them on but during the day if I want to show someone the lights, I have to manually turn the switch.

[@loganhancock2328]

@@MTParadise hm weird how mine doesn’t act the same

[@rolfftermidor9428]

Excellent tutorial. I like how you paint your vehicle. Very sick 🔥🔥

[@MTParadise]

Thank you! It’s actually a full wrap

[@rolfftermidor9428]

Any advice or where I can get it to make mine like that

[@MTParadise]

@@rolfftermidor9428 if you are close to San Antonio, TX, I own a wrap shop and did it myself lol

[@rolfftermidor9428]

@@MTParadise I wish I was man. I’m all the way in Fl, but i am really intrigued man . Your vehicle make my IS look pedestrian lol

[@MTParadise]

@@rolfftermidor9428 😂 just wait, I just removed the wrap and I just started on a whole new design and it’s going to be way crazier and brighter

[@teemu60]

Excellent vid. Will definitely make this mod. Near the end of the vid (the 18:43 mark), you mention getting film for the lower reflectors. Do you have a link to that (where to purchase)? Thank you.

[@MTParadise]

Below is a link for what I got and it’s been almost a year and no issues. I don’t suggest Vivvid vinyl for wraps but their headlight/taillight film is good and I’ve had no issues with it. If you check out my recent videos you can see that I still have it on the reflectors. amzn.to/3XViROj

[@taithi8553]

Thanks for making this video, awesome video!

[@MTParadise]

No problem! Thank you

[@tinhbuon2737]

Awesome tutorial. they look very nice i see list 2 LED Taillights from Amazon ( Inginuity Led Taillights and HCmotion LED Taillights with one you got?

[@MTParadise]

They are actually the same company 😂 whichever has the fastest delivery lol

[@tinhbuon2737]

I have 2014 Lexus is250 f-sport will this @@MTParadise fit?

[@MTParadise]

@@tinhbuon2737yes. The camera actually should fit better lol

[@tinhbuon2737]

cool i just order the one ( SMOKED INGINUITY LED ) LIKE YOUR .@@MTParadise

[@tinhbuon2737]

IT COME IN THIS MONDAY I CAN WAIT

[@tinhbuon2737]

i have bought the tail lights is look nice but it last for 3 month the middle bar stop working, i don't know if there any way can be fix?

[@MTParadise]

That’s weird. Maybe it’s a pinched wire or loose connection. Everyone I know with them, they work perfectly fine. Hopefully it’s something simple. I would trace the wires and check everything up close

[@peternunez6640]

You did awesome and made it so simple

[@MTParadise]

Thank you. I try to explain things in the easiest way to follow along

[@sonnypich8412]

Nice, do you dc the battery before installation?

[@MTParadise]

I didn’t lol

[@somtochukwunwangwu6776]

saving to get me a lexus

[@MTParadise]

They are awesome cars. Really nice and very reliable

[@tony3vgt818]

hey which brand on amazon did you get i see you have 2 different amazon links in the description?

[@MTParadise]

I ordered the Ingenuity ones but HC Motion actually messaged me on Instagram and they are both from the same company 😂

[@buddhabeast3508]

Just picked a pair up for 2020 IS350 FSport Cheers Thanks

[@MTParadise]

Heck yeah 🤘

[@marioscarcello3121]

Hi great video, I found the lights on Amazon, however, when I completed the "will this fit my car" section, it came back with " No, this will not fit my 2015 Lexus IS 350 F Sport". I do not want to place an order unless I am 100% certain. Would you be able to confirm the fitment?

[@MTParadise]

Mine said the exact same thing when I went to check out. Idk why it’s like that

[@marioscarcello3121]

@@MTParadise ok thanks!

[@MTParadise]

@@marioscarcello3121 no problem. Let me know if you have any questions

[@mikeyang5635]

Love your video bro help me alot. But I realized your taillight has a bleed light in the middle. How did you contact them to get replaced? I installed mines today and bad luck mines looks just like yours, while it's doing the Animation jump, there's a light in the middle. So mad since I was so excited for them. Now I lost interest because the little red light in the middle bothers me. Please help me .

[@MTParadise]

Someone before told me about it before I even noticed. I actually just left it as it is and I forgot about it. I’m wondering if you can reach out to them on maybe Instagram or maybe there is an email on the official website

[@supr3me47]

I notice on the initial startup animation that there is a section of the light that stays on underneath the Lexus emblem. I haven't noticed that on any other sets that I've seen. Is that specific to the Amazon lights maybe? The Tanzowerkz sets I haven't seen that happen on.

[@MTParadise]

I reached out to them about it and I actually got a slightly defective one. I also found out that they are all the same company that makes them. Tanzowerks actually sells the same ones from HC Motion

[@supr3me47]

@@MTParadise honestly I figured they were all the same 😆😆 it was just when comparing videos people had put up, mostly all of them were from tanzowerkz to compare. Thanks for the reply and the great install video!!

[@MTParadise]

@@supr3me47 yeah, some of Tanzowerks Instagram posts of them, they actually tag HC Motion haha. Depending on the location of an Amazon warehouse, that might be the fastest with shipping and easy returns in case it’s damaged in shipping or anything. Thank you!

[@jalstudios3470]

Took a shot every time you said “so we’re gonna go ahead” and i’m wasted!!

[@MTParadise]

🤷🏼‍♂️ but were you able to get them installed? 😂

[@Barmaley38]

thanks for the video. I'll be installing taillights like these. I'm watching you from Ukraine. 😉

[@MTParadise]

No problem. I’m glad I could help!

[@tony3vgt818]

hey out in the daytime for the animationdoes it not happen when you unlock you car?

[@MTParadise]

No. It only does the animation when the headlights would automatically be on. If you keep the light in the on position, it will do it when you unlock the car

[@marlownavarro9106]

Would this fit my 2014 Lexus is250?

[@MTParadise]

Yes

[@marlownavarro9106]

@@MTParadise alright thank you!

[@idgaftrickshotter]

Wanted to ask how these tail lights were keeping up for you? Very eager to buy but theres a decent amount of reviews regarding moisture getting into them. Have you experienced this problem at all?

[@MTParadise]

I’ve had no problems at all. I clean my car all the time and I’ve never seen anything getting into them. The still look exactly the same when they were new

[@idgaftrickshotter]

@@MTParadise Thank you for the feedback. I use your channel for reference a decent amount, by chance do you know if there is a difference between these and the Tansowerkz taillights?

[@MTParadise]

@@idgaftrickshotter so the company that makes these actually reached out to me to thank me for making this video with more in depth instruction but they are the company that Tanzowerks sells. Then I looked into it and Tanzowerks actually gets all their stuff from other companies and most from Alibaba (China), then they just mark it up to make a profit. They even use the exact same pictures as the alibaba listings too 😂🤦🏼‍♂️ That’s why I ordered my lights from Amazon because they are all the same and it had way faster ship time

[@Sonarctica]

Is there a specific reason why it's 2014 and up? Mine is 2013 which is when the 3rd gen launched

[@MTParadise]

Oh I didn’t realize they started the 3IS in 2013. The lights and other things I’ve seen say 2014 and up so that’s why I used that. If you have the same body style, these will work

[@dcott0536]

Awesome tutorial thank you!

[@MTParadise]

Thank you! No problem

[@Silentknight052]

Will this it a 2019 gs 350

[@MTParadise]

It’s just for the IS

[@Sheppard30]

does it fit to version without camera?

[@MTParadise]

Yes. It would just have the little hole on the underside but completely out of sight

[@antistiolabeo8950]

Do you get double reverse lights with this mod instead of the stock singular one?

[@MTParadise]

It has one on each side

[@bama205g]

Stock has 2 also

[@seemslegit6203]

Do these have orange indicators and a fog light?

[@MTParadise]

It does have orange turn signals, but not a specific fog light

[@seemslegit6203]

@@MTParadise damn. I'm looking for a version of these that would be legal here in the UK, so it needs the damn foglight 🤣

[@tonyvalentine4705]

Nice video my brother!!

[@MTParadise]

Thank you!

[@vasya6175]

Wish it was for lx 570 2016+ too

[@MTParadise]

I know right. A bunch of RC owners want them too

[@lety1598]

Dammmmn id which one to get for my white car 🥲. I like either clear or smoked.

[@MTParadise]

They both look really good lol. Either way I know you’ll be happy

[@cizzzzzy]

do you really need a pry tool?

[@MTParadise]

It all depends. It could help

[@javonejean]

Does it work for rc f 350 2015

[@MTParadise]

Yes is fits an RC 350 2015

[@kjiandani]

How long did this take you approximately?

[@MTParadise]

It’s kind of hard to tell since I was so worried about filming everything but should be like an hour

[@kjiandani]

@@MTParadise yeah that completely makes sense. Giving it a go today. Cheers!

[@MTParadise]

@@kjiandani heck yeah. Best of luck and you’ll enjoy them for sure

[@kjiandani]

Cheers btw, this was super easy with your instructions and only took about 1.5 hrs. Subbed 💪

[@MTParadise]

@@kjiandanithat’s good to hear! You’ll definitely enjoy it

[@BassAdventuress]

Looks good!

[@MTParadise]

Thank you!!!

[@tau_tv]

Hello, I'm looking to install a rear F1 style light on my diffuser and it says to connect the wire to the Brake signal wire and Ground of my tail lights. I switched over to these tail lights. can you tell me the color of the brake wire and the ground wire?

[@tau_tv]

i know on the original lights, the directions were to tap the F1 light: Ground into Black, and Power into Green and White.

[@MTParadise]

Oh dang I’m not even sure. The only thing I can think of is to pull each wire out and test it. I wish I was able to tell you

[@tau_tv]

@@MTParadise okay no prob. maybe i'll just email them and ask to be sure.

[@MincePrince]

Amazing video very helpful !!! I got the rgb ones I really want to just do it myself 😭 Edit - I did them !!! 😆😆

[@MTParadise]

I got mine before the rgb came out and I don’t want to spend the extra money to swap to those lol

[@MincePrince]

@@MTParadise I feel that soo much, that’s how I felt after I bought mine and the clear ones came out from Tanso. I still like my smoked lights tho. !!!!

[@MincePrince]

@@MTParadise just get it 😭 I’m in love with em

[@MTParadise]

@@MincePrince tanzo actually sells the exact ones from Amazon that are HC Motion brand. Also I’ve sound alibaba listings and tanzo sells the exact same stuff and even uses the same pictures but they sell everything at a big up charge 😂🤦🏼‍♂️

[@MincePrince]

@@MTParadise lmfao I bet !! It’s all Chinese shit

[@gixxertaxi]

Fantastic video

[@MTParadise]

Thank you!

[@techrelayhub]

Can this fit in 2007 model?

[@MTParadise]

It’s for 2014-2020 models

[@tomorrowtv819]

Do the have them for the Lexus ES 2014-2016?

[@MTParadise]

Not that I know of. I haven’t see that

[@Krazyness]

Do you or anyone happen to know which wires I can disconnect to deactivate the side marker lights. I ideally want only the lightbar running

[@MTParadise]

That would look awesome. I’m not sure though

[@seanjohnston-b5z]

looks killer

[@MTParadise]

Way better in person

[@VPBOYZ904]

Where can I buy those lights ?

[@MTParadise]

I have the Amazon links in the description of the video.

[@VPBOYZ904]

@@MTParadise thank you 👍

[@MTParadise]

@@VPBOYZ904 you’re welcome! If you get it and have any questions with the install, don’t be afraid to ask.

[@VPBOYZ904]

@@MTParadise 👍👍👍

[@n3morest184]

@@MTParadise is there a difference from the hc motion or the ingenuity brand?

[@mateuszscirka3662]

Tomorrow I am going to do the same with your tutorial, cross your fingers :)

[@MTParadise]

Heck yeah. If you have any questions, you can comment on here (I usually check throughout the day)

[@ibizabear4197]

First i need to buy a lexus

[@MTParadise]

😂 well you won’t regret it

[@connorprice7642]

why is it that literally everyone with a modded IS lives in Texas??? (i also live in Houston,Tx)

[@MTParadise]

😂😂😂 idk but now that you mention that, it’s so true

[@tcuevas0107]

🔥

[@MTParadise]

Yeah it’s a huge improvement

[@vernvern5735]

Nice love y

[@MTParadise]

Yeah these lights are awesome

[@northstar5405]

Hi bro, is there a way to rout the power from puddle light (light at the bottom of mirror) into the car?

[@MTParadise]

I’m sure there is a way lol. There are the wires from the mirror that already come through the door

[@northstar5405]

@@MTParadise in that case what color of those wires?

[@MTParadise]

@@northstar5405 I’m sorry but I’m not sure which one of the wires would be for that

[@HayDriver]

Nice 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@MTParadise]

Thank you

[@seemslegit6203]

Anyone know if i can get a version of these with a fog light so its uk legal?

[@MTParadise]

Oh dang I don’t know if they make another version. I’ll keep an eye out