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Factory grill thoughts?

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by calebc, Feb 28, 2020.

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Which grill option

  1. Keep it bro-tastic

    54 vote(s)
    38.0%

  2. Factory

    60 vote(s)
    42.3%

  3. Tinted Factory

    28 vote(s)
    19.7%
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  1. Feb 28, 2020 at 7:44 PM
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    TwinTaco31719

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    It would be cool to see the 20 grill with the tint! Pro looks sweet with the raptor lights. Definitely a lot of people have them but same with the stick grills haha
     
    TwinTaco31719, Feb 28, 2020
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  2. Feb 28, 2020 at 9:03 PM
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    Beau_Higgins, Feb 28, 2020
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  3. Feb 28, 2020 at 9:31 PM
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    Link master, Feb 28, 2020
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  4. Feb 28, 2020 at 10:18 PM
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    calebc

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    That would be the perfect emblem if it would fit and work with the TSS.
     
    calebc, Feb 28, 2020
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  5. Feb 28, 2020 at 10:37 PM
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    I plastidipped dipped my grill but left the emblem chrome.
     
    Mr Meeseeks, Feb 28, 2020
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  6. Feb 28, 2020 at 11:05 PM
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    We need someone to start making some acrylic(or similar) replacements for these badges with the TSS behind them instead of wrapping them with vinyl graphics, tint etc... I think there is some market for this. @MESO have you thought about this?

    I wonder if something like those etched pieces you see on Monster and Redbull mini fridges with the logo that lights up in the glass/acrylic...possibilities are endless...lighted and non lighted options???

    m_5d6554eb08d2c201d458ff78.jpg
     
    HeritageTRD, Feb 28, 2020
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  7. Feb 29, 2020 at 9:27 AM
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    Since starting this thread I've been brainstorming on how I could recreate a good emblem. I don't think acrylic would be good, it fogs pretty quickly when used outside and is hard to keep from scratching. I was thinking I could 3d print something (whatever logo I wanted in any color I wanted, black in my case) and then make a mold of the factory emblem, then do some kind of clear epoxy type front (like the factory emblem) with the 3d printed back part. I still may try this.

    However, I threw on the factory grill with the tinted emblem this morning and I don't think it's too bad at all. I'll run this for a bit and see what bugs me about it.
    Pro Grill:
    IMG_0325.jpg

    Factory Grill:
    IMG_0326.jpg IMG_0327.jpg
     
    calebc, Feb 29, 2020
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  8. Feb 29, 2020 at 9:49 AM
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    With the side by side comparison I like the Pro grill. 100% for the win! The factory with the tint looks weird. Does not flow right. Just my opinion.
     
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  9. Feb 29, 2020 at 9:52 AM
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    I couldn't get cheese grater out of my head and had to swap it out. Just an awful grill IMO.
     
    OMGitsme, Feb 29, 2020
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  10. Feb 29, 2020 at 9:55 AM
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    Just curious if you’ve had any TSS errors with the vinyl on the emblem? Personally I hated my factory grille and went bro but if there are options for the factory one I may switch back.
     
    Bizz, Feb 29, 2020
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  11. Feb 29, 2020 at 10:30 AM
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    I only put it back on like that a couple hours ago and haven't driven it. That is one of my concerns. I'll let you know how it goes.
     
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  12. Feb 29, 2020 at 1:56 PM
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    Yeah I was just using acrylic as an example. There are better materials I'm just not sure what ( what is the Pro embellishment or factory badge made from?) I've got the gears turning, there are possibilities here for something unique to be done for sure. I like the smoked badge but now your headlights need some attention haha.
     
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  13. Mar 12, 2020 at 11:27 AM
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    Any errors on this? I am looking to change up the look on mine as well and don't mind the stock look aside from the chrome emblem. I will go to the pro if I can't find a solution that fits, but I do like the look of the tinted one you made. Any issues with TSS? What kind of tint did you use?
     
    Ghostrider52, Mar 12, 2020
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  14. Mar 12, 2020 at 11:29 AM
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    i honestly like the factory grill. i was debating between grill but just needed up staying with the factory!
     
    colbychristner, Mar 12, 2020
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  15. Mar 12, 2020 at 11:30 AM
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    the tint rap actually looks better than the factory. gives it that matte look
     
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  16. Mar 12, 2020 at 11:31 AM
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    The 20 grille is nicer looking than most, but still, that rodeo champion logo.... ugly.
     
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  17. Mar 12, 2020 at 11:50 AM
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    Well the TRD/Pro grille is the best looking + the heritage. But we all know none of us said

    " I'd buy a Tacoma if they didn't have that ugly grille"
    I'm keeping mine stock to be different, lol
     
    JK2TACOma, Mar 12, 2020
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  18. Mar 12, 2020 at 12:06 PM
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    I like them both. The tinted factory looks pretty good actually. No chrome or go home
     
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  19. Mar 12, 2020 at 1:01 PM
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    actually chrome will get you home
     
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  20. Mar 12, 2020 at 4:38 PM
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    No errors and no issues. I used headlight tint, this stuff in particular: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B017MWRSWG/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o06_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

    My initial goal was actual to find a totally clear wrap that was a matte. I couldn't find anything so I went with the lightest tint I could find. If you (or anyone) happen to find a clear matte, I would love to hear about it.

    As of right now, I've switched back to the pro grill but removed the raptor lights. I do like the factory grill, I just think a slightly lighter tint (or no tint at all but make it a matte finish) would look better.
     
    calebc, Mar 12, 2020
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