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Color Matching Grille

Discussion in 'Detailing' started by dysfunctnlretard, Sep 21, 2009.

  1. Sep 21, 2009 at 10:59 PM
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    dysfunctnlretard

    dysfunctnlretard [OP] Hi

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    Well I was going to paint my grille this weekend because I hate chrome with a passion (nothing against you guys who have it, just a personal preference) but after searching the DIY threads Im not liking the results, particularly the fact that the color doesnt match up perfectly with the rest of the truck.

    So, I was wondering, where would I go to get my grille color matched with the rest of my truck? Anybody know how much it would cost? Positive/Negative experiences with particular companies?

    Or how bout a brand new grille, anybody know the cost of that?
     
  2. Sep 24, 2009 at 8:52 AM
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    t-com09

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    sorry, i dont have an answer, but i was thinking about doing the same thing and want more info as well
     
  3. Sep 24, 2009 at 9:12 AM
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    Slygrin

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  4. Sep 24, 2009 at 9:14 AM
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    thanks, i was most likely buyin a new one anyways and was looking aaround for prices
     
  5. Sep 24, 2009 at 9:16 AM
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    there 189 at toyotapartsoutlet.com
     
  6. Sep 24, 2009 at 9:17 AM
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    nad

    nad mmmm tacos!

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    I had mine painted by a body shop, I dont think its posible to ever have it match perfectly, but I agree that doing it yourself doesnt seem to match very well. Mine matches fairly well but not perfect.

    Cost was about 100 dollars
     
  7. Sep 24, 2009 at 9:19 AM
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  8. Sep 24, 2009 at 9:22 AM
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    I hate the chrome. I'm just trying to decide which would look better on my Timberland Mica, color matched or black.
     
  9. Sep 24, 2009 at 9:33 AM
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  10. Sep 24, 2009 at 9:43 AM
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    So Far BHLM, CB Radio
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    i bought white paint from there and it matched my truck pretty well.
     
  11. Sep 24, 2009 at 1:03 PM
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    Mine matched perfectly(radiant red) although I should have sanded better. I got a couple small chips. If you have the money, going the real thing might be best.
     
  12. Oct 3, 2009 at 4:31 AM
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    Could not find one there???
     
  14. Oct 3, 2009 at 5:01 AM
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    Sorry man should have looked first, You may have to get the unpainted one..
     
  15. Oct 7, 2009 at 8:20 PM
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  16. Oct 9, 2009 at 11:20 PM
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    dysfunctnlretard [OP] Hi

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    I painted my emblem, using about 3 coats. Then started the acrylic enamel coating (put one coat on so far). Now I realized some spots need more paint. Can I paint over? Will it bond right?
     
  17. Oct 13, 2009 at 2:48 PM
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    Where do I get the Black badges at?

    I will trade my chrome ones?
    Anyone interested?
     
  18. Oct 13, 2009 at 7:01 PM
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    I think most people paint it themselves.
     
  19. Oct 14, 2009 at 3:40 PM
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    I bought other stuff from TRDParts4u.com and I'd reccomend that route. I just finished painting a grille up, and I am not as happy as I could be with it and I'd never do it again. Came out darker then the rest of the truck and I am afraid to go any farther on the sanding to get smoother/shiny. for the cost of paint and hassle and fumes, I wish I would have just bought it.
     
  20. Oct 14, 2009 at 3:43 PM
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    As long as they make your color in the "sport" model you will be able to buy one in your color. If they didn't make the sport model, you will have to paint it yourself or have it painted...:(
     

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