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Eye lids.....

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by Jrez920, May 26, 2009.

  1. May 26, 2009 at 3:00 PM
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    brian

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    haha I just realized he only lives 30 mins away from me, he could come kick my ass :(
     
  2. May 26, 2009 at 3:00 PM
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    haha There is a prime example right in front of him:eek:
     
  3. May 26, 2009 at 3:04 PM
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    Haha, for sure huh!
     
  4. May 26, 2009 at 3:05 PM
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    We got your back!:infantry:
     
  5. May 26, 2009 at 3:06 PM
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    You got his back... Im going to be in Auburn in my hidey hole.:spy:
     
  6. May 26, 2009 at 3:08 PM
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    Ah you wuss......:ballchain:
     
  7. May 26, 2009 at 3:09 PM
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    .......And proud of it!:p
     
  8. May 26, 2009 at 3:17 PM
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  9. May 26, 2009 at 3:50 PM
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    I have a silver 06 Tacoma and I painted my eyelids on, they turned out pretty well. This pic is from before I added my lights.

    [​IMG]
     
  10. May 26, 2009 at 3:51 PM
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    oh no, he's threadjacking it back!
     
  11. May 26, 2009 at 3:52 PM
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    Ha, Ha! It is all mine.
     
  12. May 26, 2009 at 3:56 PM
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    Well he's got the actual picture that the guy was looking for so its all geezeee!!!!:D
     
  13. May 26, 2009 at 4:59 PM
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    Thanks BADGUYBUSTER for the pic thats exactly what im looking for how was it painting it on there i dont know if im to fond with that idea y not sticker ones? and for the all you others no i don't know what thread jacking is but come on don't be hating on the new kid we all own the same kinda truck haa and i know i live 30 mins away from you bud but im not like that lol thanks for your posts guys
     
  14. May 26, 2009 at 5:26 PM
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    It is pretty easy to do. All you need is some 300 grit sand paper, masking tape, color matched paint, adhesion promotor and some clear coat.

    Step 1: Remove headlights and thoroughly clean lenses
    Step 2: Mask of area to be painted
    Step 3: Sand the area you are going to paint
    Step 4: Spray 2 coats of adhesion promoter following can instructions
    Step 5: Spray 3-4 coats of paint, start light and gradually increase to full coverage.
    Step 6: Use 3-4 coats of clear coat, do the same as when you painted.

    Remove tape and enjoy. Make sure you allow them to cure for several hours before exposing to the weather.
     
  15. May 27, 2009 at 7:06 PM
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    Thank you guys for your help please feel free to pm me with any pics or opinions
     
  16. May 27, 2009 at 7:12 PM
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    A lot of the guys have had trouble with the stickers not matching the color of their trucks and some of the plastic ones don't want to hold paint very well.
     
  17. Jun 1, 2009 at 6:06 AM
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    Man that sucks well i gotta figure out what i want to get done,, gotta wip out the list again thanks
     
  18. Jun 1, 2009 at 6:07 AM
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    Well, my painted on lids have held up excellent and it is cheap and easy to maintain.
     
  19. Jun 1, 2009 at 7:05 AM
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    go on ebay and PM vq5speed.
    he makes custon fiberglass eyelids. $45 bucks shipped. get them painted. Call it a day.
    the poster above sanded his headlights and painted on his eyelids. Sounds like a horrible idea...but his look pretty good :thumbsup:
    If i were you, I would snag up a set of fiberglass eyelids. If you ever change your mind or part out, they are easily removed and people are always looking for them
    just my .2
    [​IMG]
     
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  20. Jun 1, 2009 at 8:36 AM
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    w8n4mud I'm back.

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    I used the stickers! They've been on for a long time now. The paint has not faded and is still a perfect match. I love it and wouldn't go another route.

     

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