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Start stop chrome ring cover?

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by Grimble27, Jun 11, 2023.

  1. Jun 11, 2023 at 4:00 PM
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    Grimble27

    Grimble27 [OP] Well-Known Member

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    I’m working on my chrome delete in my ‘23 Tacoma. I’m having a hard time finding a cover for the chrome ring around the start/stop button. I’ve found some cheap ones that go on like a sticker (similar to the vent ring covers), but none in black. The only black I can find is an AJT black ring that replaces the chrome ring and requires some disassembly. I don’t want to have to do that. I’m just looking for a black stick on cover. Any links?

    Thanks
     
  2. Jun 11, 2023 at 4:13 PM
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    Wenty

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  4. Jun 11, 2023 at 9:24 PM
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    Toycoma2021

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    Take the chrome ring off, soak it in bleach for 10 days to remove the chrome and paint it whatever color you want. However, you said you did not want to do any disassembly.
     
  5. Jun 12, 2023 at 12:29 PM
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    Tacospike

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    I pulled off the chrome start button trim while it was still installed. Just pried it off in a few seconds.

    Am I missing something?
     
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  7. Jun 12, 2023 at 1:04 PM
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    TRD__Chris

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    This is the way. I only had to soak mine overnight and disassembly was easy. I don't think it even required any tools.
     
  8. Jun 13, 2023 at 8:50 AM
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    You could be right. I checked on YouTube and all the videos I could find, like this Meso one, show disassembling the front panel to change out the rings.
    https://youtu.be/uQI0x6kVODo
     
  9. Jun 13, 2023 at 11:54 AM
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    Toycoma2021

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    Did you use Bleach or something else? I used a pool supply bleach, I believe 10% concentration or more, more than the normal clothes cleaning strength. I've done all the chrome in the vehicle, and nothing took less than a week with changing the bleach daily.
     
  10. Jun 13, 2023 at 11:57 AM
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    MannyS

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    I need a start/stop chrome ring for my ranch truck! Drop me a PM if you have one to spare.
     
  11. Jun 13, 2023 at 6:23 PM
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    Many thanks to fellow TW member The Mink for mailing a chrome start/stop trim ring to me! My 2018 Sport ranch truck will probably shift better after I install the trim piece.
     
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