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Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by galito, Oct 9, 2020.

  1. Oct 9, 2020 at 9:01 AM
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    galito

    galito [OP] Well-Known Member

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    Anyone else have this come off while giving it a wash?

    Mine popped off with the pressure washer. :annoyed:

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  2. Oct 9, 2020 at 9:03 AM
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    GOTSAND?18

    GOTSAND?18 Well-Known Member

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    Does it go back on ?? I never use a power washer on my truck recommend always use a regular hose . Power wash only under the truck when off roading .
     
  3. Oct 9, 2020 at 9:11 AM
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    galito

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    It does but not that good. Oh well
     
  4. Oct 9, 2020 at 9:13 AM
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    NoeWiy

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    Light duty power washer is the only way I'll ever wash a car since using it once. Foam cannon first is an added bonus
     
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  5. Oct 9, 2020 at 9:25 AM
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    STrooper

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    Looks better without it anyways.
     
  6. Oct 9, 2020 at 9:29 AM
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    bacollier90

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    Looks like that top pin got bent during assembly so it was probably never seated right. The missing paint behind the lugs looks terrible.
     
  7. Oct 9, 2020 at 9:32 AM
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    TRD-ED

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    Agree. A 1300 to 2000 psi pressure washer set to a good size fan spray is the only way to go.
    I can easily hold my hand 8"-10" in front of it with no problem. I'd rather the water knock most of the dirt off my Taco than
    even a microfiber wash mit.

    A+ for the foam cannon!
     
  8. Oct 9, 2020 at 9:32 AM
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    Taquitoma

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    What he said ^^^
    Make sure those little pins go back in the holes. Looks like it's just a trim piece so super glue and you're good
     
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  9. Oct 9, 2020 at 9:34 AM
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    Hooper89

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    I would never use a power washer on the paint nor a plastic bristle brush. Sponges only.
     
  10. Oct 9, 2020 at 9:34 AM
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    Yeah definitely not a concern. Just wanted to put it out there for any other owners.
     
  11. Oct 9, 2020 at 9:35 AM
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    Yes I love my TORQ spray nozzle
     
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  12. Oct 9, 2020 at 9:39 AM
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    Yeah after last night I won’t be using one either.
     
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  13. Oct 9, 2020 at 9:48 AM
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    I took the paint off a 2012 gmc work truck with one of those car wash place sprayers. That was fun explaining to my boss.
     
  14. Oct 9, 2020 at 9:50 AM
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    What kind of 'sponge' do you use to wash your truck? Never heard of someone using a sponge before.
     
  15. Oct 9, 2020 at 9:50 AM
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    Yeah I’m careful with it on the paint. Might throw on a coat real soon.
     
  16. Oct 9, 2020 at 9:50 AM
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    coopcooper

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  17. Oct 9, 2020 at 9:54 AM
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    Never that. Got my Scion tC with some ugly dings after putting it through one of those.
     
  18. Oct 9, 2020 at 9:59 AM
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    When I had my 04 truck repainted my mother borrowed it to take their dog ti the vet. On the way back she and my dad got the bright idea to go through a car wash. Swirls and scratches all over the damn thing.
     
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  19. Oct 9, 2020 at 10:54 AM
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    CalcityRenegade

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    Have the dealership replace it. I had 2 center caps loose on my new 2020 TRD Sport Premium and it took the dealership 2 sets but finally got them on tight.
     
  20. Oct 9, 2020 at 10:56 AM
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    I ALWAYS use a pressure washer on my truck. Even under the hood. No issues for 20+ years
     

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