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Bumper restoration?

Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by Tacomahound555, Jul 13, 2023.

  1. Jul 21, 2023 at 3:05 AM
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    wimb0

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    Here’s one we did on my brothers truck. This was back in August of 22’. I just saw his truck Sunday and it looks dark still.

    IMG_8008.jpg
     
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  2. Jul 23, 2023 at 10:44 PM
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    Wow! Look really good.
     
  3. Aug 10, 2023 at 7:28 AM
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    Any before and after pics on any of these methods? Magic eraser, Cerakote
     
  4. Aug 10, 2023 at 7:32 AM
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    Cerakote for me. On all the exterior plastics on both the Tacoma and RAV.

    GTechnique C4 is also an awesome product, but does cost much more.

    I also use CeraKotes headlight product. Made my '13 Florida sun baked Tacoma fresh.

    Peruse the Detailing forum for things like this.
     
  5. Aug 10, 2023 at 7:33 AM
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    Don't follow the advice of anyone suggesting a blow torch or heat gun. The fade will return sooner than before and at the expense of making the plastic more brittle.
     
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  6. Aug 10, 2023 at 7:35 AM
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    Clearwater Bill

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    But the buy here pay here lots like to make their piles look minty! Right after they spray WalMart undercoat on the frame.
     
  7. Aug 10, 2023 at 7:52 AM
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    Dalandser ¡Me Gustan Las Tacos-mas!

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    Empty Wallet Mod
  8. Aug 10, 2023 at 8:10 AM
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    Try a blue no-scratch scotch-brite sponge…light pressure. It worked well on the fender flares of my 2002.
     

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