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paint question

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by needataco, May 30, 2008.

  1. May 30, 2008 at 3:04 PM
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    I just bought a taco about two weeks ago and I just took it thru the car wash. After the wash I decided to look the truck over and I noticed that the paint along the sides between the wheels toward the bottom looks 'textured' - I'm not sure how else to describe it. Is this normal? Just want to make sure the wash didn't mess up my truck.

    Thanks in advance!
     
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  2. May 30, 2008 at 3:11 PM
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    word ive felt that too like a rough feeling along the bottom of the truck not smooth
     
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  3. May 30, 2008 at 3:28 PM
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    Seeing the third gen section forced me to get a Ford...
    its normal. its a type of coating done to help prevent rock chips/etc
     
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  4. May 30, 2008 at 3:32 PM
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    There should also be a covering by your rear wheel wells. It is smooth, but you can see the edge of it.
     
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  5. May 30, 2008 at 3:36 PM
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    i always wondered what that sticker thing was
     
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  6. May 30, 2008 at 8:18 PM
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    thanks guys, makes total sense
     
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  7. May 30, 2008 at 11:14 PM
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    Completely normal...... just one thing..... don't put your Tacoma on those carwash.... they usually scratch the paint, not to mention the water is recycled, it has chemicals and stuff which damage your painting....
     
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  8. May 30, 2008 at 11:24 PM
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    That's a similar product to the 3M Clear Bra. It's just a thick sticker-type paint protection.
     
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