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First Gen Skid Plate by Metalmiller

Discussion in '1st Gen Tacoma Parts Marketplace (1995-2004)' started by MetalMiller, Jun 14, 2011.

  1. Aug 7, 2011 at 2:04 PM
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    Norton

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    THANK YOU! It looks great and I look forwad to receiving it.
     
  2. Aug 7, 2011 at 8:03 PM
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  3. Aug 16, 2011 at 7:34 PM
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    Got some powdercoated pics, I'm going to be adding a red backplate before shipping. I'll snap some pics before I send it off.

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  4. Aug 16, 2011 at 7:34 PM
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    Its a bit dusty from the powdercoat shop, but that will wipe right off. Didnt notice it in the light.
     
  5. Aug 16, 2011 at 8:11 PM
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    Looks good! Thanks for the update.
     
  6. Aug 18, 2011 at 10:05 AM
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    I have painted the backplate and the epoxy was setting over night. I'll take some pics before boxing it up. I really like the red backplate.
     
  7. Aug 18, 2011 at 5:07 PM
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    Another round of pics!

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  8. Aug 18, 2011 at 8:12 PM
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    Looks even better! Thanks for the update.
     
  9. Aug 20, 2011 at 9:18 PM
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    i like that trd red how much or should i ask?
     
  10. Aug 21, 2011 at 9:39 AM
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    I can do it for an extra 20, basically just to cover costs.
     
  11. Aug 21, 2011 at 2:07 PM
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    I sent you a email..
     
  12. Aug 21, 2011 at 2:10 PM
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    Sometimes, I hate living in hawaii.

    SHIPPING FTL
     
  13. Aug 21, 2011 at 3:38 PM
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    I would love to visit there one day.

    Shipping is a pain going there. Take forever i bet.
     
  14. Aug 22, 2011 at 2:17 PM
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    The shipping to Hawaii isnt too bad if it can fit in a priority flat rate box. Whats your zip? I'm curious to see the shipping costs
     
  15. Aug 22, 2011 at 5:22 PM
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    that looks so nice! i wish i could afford:(.
     
  16. Aug 28, 2011 at 4:22 PM
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    The Good:
    - I finally received my skid plate, and it is SOLID.
    - The TRD cuts, powdercoat finish, and red backplate look great.
    - MetalMiller offered to install the backplate, for free, since the skid took so long to produce. (Thanks, again, for that!)
    - Three of the skid's five bolt holes are correctly placed.

    The Bad:
    - The skid was ordered on 5 Jul, but didn't arrive until 26 Aug.
    - The "dust" mentioned previously turned out to be overspray that won't come off.
    - There are several deep gouges in what is otherwise a good looking powercoat finish.
    - Two of the skid's five bolt holes are incorrectly placed. (I need to drill new left and right "front" holes.)

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  17. Aug 28, 2011 at 8:33 PM
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    I sincerely appreciate SRD's feedback. This first skid was the production test and I have been able to learn alot and iron out some wrinkles in the process. I am always striving to improve what I do and love some the input.

    Measures have been taken to prevent these issues from recurring and I can happily say that these are ready for production!!

    The more I see the stock skid, the more I appreciate the 3/16 plate that I use for these things. Like SRD said, they are solid and can take a beating.

    I can also offer colored backplates for future skid orders. I really like how it makes the design pop out so I've decided I can offer them for pretty much cost of materials.

    Please PM me with any questions or visit my site www.metalmiller.com to see some pics of front skids I've done for Tacomas.
     
  18. Aug 29, 2011 at 9:48 AM
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    If I can get 5+ people to order for a batch, I can throw a discount in since I'll only have to set up once for 5 parts.

    You can also see some pictures of the skid on my website: http://www.metalmiller.com/#!skids
     
  19. Sep 8, 2011 at 8:24 AM
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  20. Sep 8, 2011 at 10:16 AM
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    So I've recently found out that this design will also work for 96-02 4runners. So if you guys know anyone with one, they are eligible too
     

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