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Bumper license plate plugs

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by pkang0915, Jun 28, 2017.

  1. Jun 28, 2017 at 10:35 PM
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    pkang0915

    pkang0915 [OP] Well-Known Member

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    Hey guys,

    I have a OR with the black front bumper. The dealership had already installed the front license plate before I purchased it. Was hoping to get some suggestions on plugs to cover up the drill holes. I was just thinking about going to home depot or something and getting black colored screws or even paint the screws black myself. Anyone have any luck with finding some type of plug. Your suggestions are greatly appreciated. Thanks.
     
  2. Jun 28, 2017 at 10:49 PM
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    Black clay works.
     
  4. Jun 28, 2017 at 10:55 PM
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    I used some plastic plugs I got in the specialty hardware section at lowes, I bought a few different sizes and had to drill out the hole so that they would fit snug and all good

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  5. Jun 29, 2017 at 4:00 PM
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    Sarhog

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    Where do you put your front plate?
     
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    LivinOnEdge

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    Could always plug em with these if your feeling frisky...
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  7. Jun 29, 2017 at 5:58 PM
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    pkang0915

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    Dealer drilled it into the front bumper
     
  8. Jun 29, 2017 at 7:48 PM
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    axisofoil

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    I recommend a full plate bumper to remedy the holes.
     
  9. Jun 30, 2017 at 9:48 AM
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    This...it's really the only option here
     

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