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3rd Gen Plastidip thread

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by KornSanDiego, Jan 26, 2016.

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  1. May 5, 2016 at 12:28 PM
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    Awesome thanks!
     
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  2. May 5, 2016 at 12:33 PM
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    How long did this take, man?

    I plan on doing the same set up as you, I had it pictured in my mind and when I saw yours I was sold. I'm not a fan of taking the grill off and risking 'breaking' something cause I am no body pro.

    So was it tedious or difficult to get the paper behind the grill?

    What brand dip did you use, how many cans, any clear coat spray on top of dip?

    Thanks again bro!
     
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  3. May 5, 2016 at 12:35 PM
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    Looks perfect.

    Did you take grill off, or tape off with paper?
     
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  4. May 5, 2016 at 12:57 PM
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    Pulled it off and apart. Sprayed black paint on the silvery bits behind the grill too.
     
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  5. May 5, 2016 at 1:06 PM
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    How hard was it to remove that section of the grill?
     
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  6. May 5, 2016 at 1:36 PM
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    It was also my first time. Used plastidip. No overcoat with the clear but would definitely recommend it as the color fades a little in the sun and the clear coat helps prevent that and makes it easier to wash.

    Was really easy to get the paper behind the grill there is a ton of room in there. Taping the front lines took a while. Also had to lightly run a razor along edges when taking it off to prevent lifting/peeling up. Has held up great. Use pressure washer regularly to wash and have no issues. 6 coats. 1-2 cans. Hope this helps.
     
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  7. May 5, 2016 at 1:42 PM
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    Perfect. I'll let you know how mine comes out. Thanks again
     
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  8. May 5, 2016 at 8:08 PM
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    do you mind me asking what running boards you have?
     
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  9. May 5, 2016 at 8:57 PM
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    Looks much better good job
     
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  10. May 6, 2016 at 3:26 AM
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    some and more and more and more and
    those are predator step sides from Toyota.
     
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  11. May 6, 2016 at 11:25 AM
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    Right, those are what I wanted but got these included with truck.

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    Look similar but the other ones are way nicer imo. Where in canada would i find these predators?
     
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  12. May 6, 2016 at 11:29 AM
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    I would either look on here on the 3rd GEN for sale forum, or go directly to your Toyota dealership. But I will tell you the n-fabs that you have on our $390, and like I said the predators are like 650.
     
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    Yeah, thats american pricing?
     
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  14. May 6, 2016 at 5:44 PM
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  15. May 6, 2016 at 5:46 PM
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    Ok dealer said mine where 600 at his cost, i got em free. Was thinking of selling to buy the apex
     
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  16. May 7, 2016 at 8:00 AM
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    Little tree air fresheners. Clazzio black leather seat covers.
    So for all you that have dipped your grills, how is it going up to the weather and the bugs? Along with washing the bugs off?
    I know my buddy dipped his 12' grill and ended up taking it off cause the bugs were a pain to get off. He didn't use a gloss/ clear coat or what have it after he dipped it. So does it hold up better after a protection coat is applied?
    Thank you.
     
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  17. May 7, 2016 at 10:49 AM
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    In the planning stage
    I dipped mine with about 10 coats and 2 coats of the glossifier. I also use this after cleaning it and so far so good,holding up nicely. If I have to remove to redo I'll just have it painted at a body shop.6b33160a5b30d237d3f1626cb0589cf6_9bd22479c06ea373774c96e685ababe7c8eafd19.jpg
     
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  18. May 9, 2016 at 8:51 PM
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    To everyone else. Power washed mine today very hard and it's still clinging to my grille. We'll see what kind of damage the bugs of summer can do.
     
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  19. May 10, 2016 at 6:50 PM
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    I dipped my grill and badges today! Looks awesome! Super easy to take the grill off to spray...
    IMG_20160510_162758337.jpg
     
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  20. May 10, 2016 at 7:13 PM
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    Looks great Utzsmith. Personally, I like the dipped badge, too. Any chance you can provide more detail and tips on removing grill?
     
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