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Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by mmatheny, Oct 3, 2017.

  1. Oct 3, 2017 at 8:50 AM
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    Is there a strip of film I can put on the painted top of the grill where my AVR hood protector doesn't cover?
     
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  2. Oct 3, 2017 at 10:39 AM
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    Yup, If you are not a do-it-yourselfer just find a shop that does wraps and tinting and they can install clear film over it.
     
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    Thanx. All I need is the strip on top of the grill. Is that sold only?
     
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    Shops like cap mentioned will be able to cut the film to however you need it.
     
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    I may have some left overs, I'll look this evening and if I do I'll send it to you.
     
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    Thanx
     
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    Well I dug around but didn’t find any leftover material. Sorry :(
     
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    I believe the one I linked to is Clear, so the paint would show thru and you can always peel it off if you don't like it or it gets damaged, seems like a good possible option.
     
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    Maybe the glossifier spray would be a better option. Plastidip finishes are usually matte not sure on the clear though. I've used the glossifier on the regular black and it did give it some shine.
     
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    No problem, just offering was a nice thing to do!
     
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