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Who hates chrome?

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by my.taco, Jul 17, 2023.

  1. Aug 22, 2023 at 8:59 PM
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    TRD_jay

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    I don't like it, but I don't hate it either. I"m trying to justify spending 150-200 for bumper shellz

     
  2. Aug 23, 2023 at 12:16 AM
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    3GTCMLMTD

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    Typical Hardly Ableson. All show and no go.
     
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  3. Aug 23, 2023 at 6:39 AM
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    majpooper

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    Get black ones not white - or give Plastidip a shot first - I never put it on a surface that big but it might work, pretty inexpensive and will peel right off if you don't like it.
     
  4. Aug 23, 2023 at 7:59 AM
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    Shibbyjeep

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    Clear out that Chrome bumper and the Tails and your truck will be fully matched up!
     
  5. Aug 23, 2023 at 1:57 PM
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    Newbie1983

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    I have only owned my truck for a couple of weeks and I already ordered and covered all the chrome.
     
  6. Aug 23, 2023 at 2:41 PM
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    Tallwalker

    Tallwalker Too tall to hide, too old to run.

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    Chrome is ruined for me. I keep thinking rapper teeth.

    See?! Now you are ruined too.
     
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  7. Sep 22, 2023 at 11:13 AM
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    sandytacoo

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    Been thinking about doing the same thing myself. I ordered color matched bumper covers that didn't match well so I returned them. Did you paint over the chrome yourself or just order the black plastic covers?
     
  8. Dec 20, 2023 at 2:11 AM
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    Seabass

    Seabass Give it to me. I'll break it for you

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    Just a bunch of old crap
    Chrome won't get you home
     
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  9. Dec 20, 2023 at 7:35 AM
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    Jackie Moon

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    Toyota does chrome better than ‘Merican brands so be grateful for that.
     
  10. Dec 20, 2023 at 8:50 AM
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    SSMTRDOR

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    Base OR 4X4. No options.
    Factory chrome wheels, lights, bumper, emblems (mine are gone), etc.
    IMO not worth 3-4K to get rid of it. Stretch for a Pro if that's what you want.
     
  11. Dec 20, 2023 at 2:19 PM
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    4runnerToTacoma

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    Here goes your fake chrome over plastic... rear ended tree during flood, I was reversing below 5mph. Luckily its cheap , I think around 100$ to replace it, just cover is messed up, inside PLASTIC is all good. So gj engineers, it did its job, cheap fix.

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    I am just thinking should I get big ass steel bumper or just replace it with similar one. I want actual chrome but I don't think there is any exactly like this.
     
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  12. Dec 20, 2023 at 2:44 PM
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    Out2gtcha

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    Too bad you are 1,200 miles from me........
    I've got a set of the "chrome" caps left over from my RSI rear bumper install.
     
  13. Dec 20, 2023 at 2:56 PM
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    Sandthemall

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    I like a little chrome…not a lot. I’m not fond of the ‘murdered-out’ all-black look…trying too hard. Generally chrome is relegated to a few areas nowadays anyway. Chrome has its place. I think ‘chrome hate’ is a current trend. But, in the end, it’s YOUR TRUCK, so make it your own.
     
  14. Dec 20, 2023 at 2:58 PM
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    4runnerToTacoma

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    That's alright, just ordered one for cheap 46$ lol. I was so relieved when I looked at the truck and all except that plastic cover was untouched, I felt like huge weight fell off my shoulders.

    I do still feel like my Truck is no longer virgin now... I wanted her to lose it in off roading, but well, happened during flood.
     
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  15. Dec 20, 2023 at 3:50 PM
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    Mas Olas

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    My blacked out TRD looks stupid with the stock rims. Welp looked, put on some Pro rims and the look is complete. No more chrome shiny stuff.
     
  16. Dec 20, 2023 at 3:56 PM
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    Just a few accessories, mud flaps, bed cover , racks, seat covers, ….
    :thumbsup:
     
  17. Dec 20, 2023 at 3:57 PM
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    TacoTuesday1

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    I don’t have chrome
     
  18. Dec 21, 2023 at 9:16 AM
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    SSMTRDOR

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    You can get a set of black ones from rockauto for about $80 each. (last I checked)
     
  19. Dec 21, 2023 at 5:05 PM
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    ppat4

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    Just added toolbox and roof-rack to haul my fishing boat 100's of miles into the backwoods every week. Goodrich K02s, Bilstein 5100 front and back, no lift.
    I get that some don't like chrome, some don't love white or green or whatever. We all have our likes and whatnot.

    I gotta admit though, I do love hearing guys go on about stuff that does not affect how it drives or where it can take you.

    Had mine for 5.5 years now, and it still has all of the chrome and decals. Makes zero difference to me.

    Luckily the chrome and decals have not stopped me from doing 150+ trips like this. I think the chrome and decals make it go faster and help it leap over bigger ditches.

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  20. Dec 21, 2023 at 5:56 PM
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    Stocklocker

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    OG 2016 Chrome. Just like the Japanese envisioned it!
     
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