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Headlight Trim Plates

Discussion in '3rd Gen Tacoma Parts Marketplace (2016-2023)' started by MESO, Nov 28, 2018.

  1. Nov 30, 2018 at 7:24 PM
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    Slick Taco

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    Just ordered a set of Inferno. Watched the bumper removal video and it looks like the bumper doesn't need to be completely removed but just pulled down a bit to expose the two Philips head screws. Looks super easy. Can't wait!
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  2. Nov 30, 2018 at 7:30 PM
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    I don't think it will be an issue. If anything it could be a bit tight getting the grill off but again it looks like there's room to go up and out like the grill requires for removal. I'm going to give it a try
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  3. Nov 30, 2018 at 7:36 PM
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    Just be sure to put tape on the grill area where it might hit the bar just in case. Hate to see the paint or grill get scratched up.
     
  4. Nov 30, 2018 at 7:46 PM
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    For sure:thumbsup:
     
  5. Nov 30, 2018 at 8:11 PM
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    Well he still doesn’t have the silver out yet. I do want one though!!
     
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  6. Dec 1, 2018 at 11:11 AM
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    First set showed up today. These are bare for one set of lights. The painted set should be here next week for the other set of lights. Thanks Meso :hattip:
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  7. Dec 1, 2018 at 11:19 AM
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    Did a little MSPaint just to get an Idea :)
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    :thumbsup: I have MGM ones now lol. But I always encourage a DIY
     
  8. Dec 1, 2018 at 11:23 AM
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    I already ordered MGM for the other set of lights and should be here Monday. :D
     
  9. Dec 1, 2018 at 12:09 PM
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    Nicely done. It gives me a good idea of what it will look like and I like like like it. Thanks!
     
  10. Dec 1, 2018 at 12:18 PM
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    Wait...what's MGM?
     
  11. Dec 1, 2018 at 1:40 PM
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    Magnetic Grey Metallic color
     
  12. Dec 1, 2018 at 3:55 PM
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    @mesojdm how does the raw match to the normal black already on the truck. I wouldn't mind getting rid of the grooved bug trapper.
     
  13. Dec 1, 2018 at 4:31 PM
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    Not sure how I feel about them yet as I'm used to the old look. Almost looks plain to me. But then again it's because I'm so focused on the plate. But on the flip side it made my headlights pop more. I feel it makes my headlights look more like "angry eyes" in which case I think looks badass. So case in point it's not to accent the plates but instead meant to accent the lights. Thanks Meso for the newest addition to my MESO MODS.

    Also, swapping these was not too bad of a job considering I just swapped headlights a month ago. Undid the fender bolts and loosened the bumper to access the two retaining screws. No need to pull out headlights.



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  14. Dec 1, 2018 at 4:47 PM
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  15. Dec 1, 2018 at 4:52 PM
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    Does anyone make lights to go in that spot?
     
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  16. Dec 1, 2018 at 4:56 PM
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    Was too tight to fit anything in there or behind the plate so it would have to protrude out somehow. I personally think it would compete too much with the DRL. But...maybe for someone without DRLs this would be a thoughtful place to put something.
     
  17. Dec 1, 2018 at 5:05 PM
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    You’re the first to post pics up:) and I really like it! It makes the BHLM stand out even more. If you wanted to experiment with colors, a small piece of black vinyl over it would give you a good idea if you wanted black trim plates. I personally love the color matched.

    I haven’t really held them up but the raw plates have a little sheen to them. Normal what you’d expect with raw abs plastic
     
  18. Dec 1, 2018 at 5:28 PM
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    True true. I do have matte black vinyl that I can experiment with later. Gonna let the paint dry more first though.
     
  19. Dec 1, 2018 at 6:14 PM
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    For the color matched bumper, it looks great. Nice work.
     
  20. Dec 1, 2018 at 6:23 PM
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    Did you have to remove the grill or just loosen the bumper
     

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