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Do any of you change model badging on your third gen ?

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by PROseur, Feb 18, 2017.

  1. Feb 18, 2017 at 10:47 AM
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    PROseur

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    So there seems to be people putting TRd OR stickers on their SR etc.

    Do you guys put different model stickers on your trucks (like SR5 on a OR and so forth)?

    What is the purpose of that?

    Can I put SR5 (famous Toyota model) sticker on my Pro? Where can I buy the stickers?


    This guy has been putting PRO stickers on his non pro so it gave me an idea to change my stickers.
    https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/new-member-good-looking-site-lots-of-helpful-info.476166/

    Opinions appreciated
     
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  2. Feb 18, 2017 at 10:55 AM
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  3. Feb 18, 2017 at 10:58 AM
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    IMG_8580.jpg IMG_8582.jpg Bro, you mock..... :)
    But I'd put these on your broPro. SR5 on rear door pillar like factory and slap that iFORCE v8 badge just below the Pro badge on the doors. I know people will come up and ask you if the Pro's really have a V8 in it.
     
  4. Feb 18, 2017 at 10:59 AM
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    My question is serious

    I order to change your oem tacoma badge to another Tacoma model designation, do you have to add those parts first or do badge first?

    For example before putting SR5 do you paint fender flares and get SR5 wheels ?

    Or do you put badge first and do mods after

    Also the SR5 badge you linked is korean. My truck is japanese . Why would I put Korean made parts ?!
     
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  5. Feb 18, 2017 at 11:02 AM
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    You can do cement SR5 and claim to have done all the BroPro mods to it. Will appear more "cost effective" that way. :)

    BTW, you've been eyeballing those steelies in the 16" flavor. I'd do it for real!
     
  6. Feb 18, 2017 at 11:03 AM
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    Thank you

    I am gonna post on hood swap thread to see if I can get skewpless hood
     
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  7. Feb 18, 2017 at 11:06 AM
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    Gotta ask a Korean person that question. I already know the answer...

    "Becaurse Koreaa is numbaer Wan!"
     
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  8. Feb 18, 2017 at 11:07 AM
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    You think every part on your vehicle is Japan made?!
     
  9. Feb 18, 2017 at 11:07 AM
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    I thought Japanese vehicles are made in Japan. Are you telling me my truck isn't Japanese ?!!
     
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  10. Feb 18, 2017 at 11:08 AM
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    Toyota wants us to think they're an American company....
     
  11. Feb 18, 2017 at 11:08 AM
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    Change whatever you wanna change, it is your truck.
     
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    ..... but half made in Mexico...
     
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    I am soliciting other members opinions, just like other threads
     
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    You got an opinion.
     
  15. Feb 18, 2017 at 11:14 AM
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    I thank you for your time and contribution
     
  16. Feb 18, 2017 at 11:20 AM
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    Sooo "third gen"... ;)
     
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    Ever consider de-badging that Pro? I am thinking about it for my truck- just looks clean - seen a few and just like it. You could always go from there, a clean canvas if you will.....
     
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  18. Feb 18, 2017 at 11:25 AM
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    Thank you

    That's exactly the point of the thread. I am going to de badge it this weekend. But the question is what should I replace it with ?

    Not like I will be a ricer and put Amg or M badges on it.

    It should be oem tacoma stuff. Thus SR5 seeems the best as it has most heritage

    Thoughts ?
     
  19. Feb 18, 2017 at 11:28 AM
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    This thread is hilarious. I debadged mine because I like to remain anonimous and I like the clean look.
     
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    live with it a while and maybe leave it without. Just an option.
     

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