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Camera Hole on Tailgate

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by splashflash, Dec 1, 2019.

  1. Dec 1, 2019 at 7:30 PM
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    I recently got a rear bumper with a swing out and with it I relocated my camera but it left a hole on the handle that I want to cover to prevent any intrusion from the elements.

    What have others done to mitigate this? Is there a part number that can be referenced?
     
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  2. Dec 1, 2019 at 7:37 PM
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  3. Dec 1, 2019 at 7:39 PM
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  4. Dec 1, 2019 at 9:14 PM
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    Maybe look at a early 2nd Gen Tacoma without a camera as the handle may possibly be compatible.
     
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    Put the camera back and leave it unhooked, then get an extra camera for the bumper and Hook that one up in its place
     
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  6. Dec 1, 2019 at 9:46 PM
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    Exactly what I'll be doing but been lazy to do it. I just got used to being able to only see a lil bit since my spare tire and gas cans are in the way lol!
     
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    Any decent collision shop will have a drawer full of body plugs that I’m sure you could find a match. If not, try and find something at a hobby store or a Michaels.
     
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    I've thought about it but that's quite a hole to try to patch up that way. (Phrasing)

    While not a bad idea, that can probably get more expensive than what I'm wanting to pay. I'm sure there is a plastic cover or something! I can't be the only one!
     
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  9. Dec 2, 2019 at 8:50 AM
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    I left my open, but maybe someone will chime in with a cheap solution.

    The opening is kind of an odd shape, so there isn't really a plug that'll fit in there. RTV/Silicone may honestly be the best bet.
     
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    I don't know of anything for sure but if I were looking I would measure the diameter of the hole and try to find a plastic plug that would be close. Trim it up and seal it as needed.
     
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  11. Apr 19, 2020 at 3:07 PM
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    For anyone interested I just took some plastic liner from the panels I cut, heated and molded it to the hole, put two screws on and it's been holding up well!
     
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  13. Apr 19, 2020 at 4:24 PM
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    Try going to NAPA or a similar auto parts store, they carry all kinds of plastic plugs for holes in cars.
     
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  15. Apr 25, 2022 at 3:55 PM
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    Anyone ever find a solution for the hole left after relocating the factory camera? Part number?
     
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