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Review: TRD Pro grille alternative that won't break the bank

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by TAF_Taco, Oct 29, 2017.

  1. Oct 29, 2017 at 10:26 AM
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    TAF_Taco

    TAF_Taco [OP] Well-Known Member

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    The day I decided to buy my Tacoma was the day I decided the grille had to go. The chrome TRD grille didn't look right IMO. That night I wasted no time and got the plastidip out. It was a good interim fix while I began my search. The first thing that caught my eye was the Pro grille. I loved it...until I started researching more and found out the pruce, and that almost everyone has one. Then, I started looking at metal grilles from various companies. They were nice, but missed the mark in some fashion or another. A couple weeks ago, I was cruising the Group Buy section and came across a thread that would end my search.

    I was way too late for the GB, but I saw that @greg8765 was still selling these grilles. For $250 shipped, I could get the look I wanted, and not go broke? Sold. I got the grille Friday afternoon, 2 days after purchase, and got to work. Install was a breeze, and it came out great!

    Greg's customer service has been amazing. He's quick to respond to questions and is a pleasure to work with.

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  2. Oct 29, 2017 at 10:27 AM
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    Unchained 5150

    Unchained 5150 Rick

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    So what's the cost as you can get an identical Faux Pro Grill for 250.00 shipped
     
  3. Oct 29, 2017 at 10:29 AM
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    TAF_Taco

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    The text didn't post originally. Same price, but I didn't want the Pro grille as everyone has it whether real or faux.
     
  4. Oct 29, 2017 at 11:14 AM
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    Your truck is real nice but that grill looks like a radiator cover. Sorry, such a cool truck needs a pro grill.
     
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  5. Oct 29, 2017 at 11:15 AM
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    Don't apologize. My truck isn't built for your taste.
     
  6. Oct 29, 2017 at 11:21 AM
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    MOC221_

    MOC221_ 3 pedal metal

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    Sharp truck!
     
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  7. Oct 29, 2017 at 12:52 PM
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    eldedo voted most likely eaten by a bear

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    thats the rci low rack, right?
     
  8. Oct 29, 2017 at 12:55 PM
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    I think they only make one height. It sits a foot above the bed rails.
     

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