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Bumper has a gap under taillight

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by Dampcufshh, Nov 21, 2021.

  1. Nov 21, 2021 at 11:26 PM
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    Dampcufshh

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    Am i the only one that has a gap on left rear bumper under taillight. Or is that factory made?
     
  2. Nov 21, 2021 at 11:28 PM
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    Picture.
    And measurements from each side.
    Gotta wonder about trucks made in Ohio or New Mexico
     
  3. Nov 21, 2021 at 11:30 PM
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    There's no damage on either side so...

    20211121_212812.jpg
     
  4. Nov 21, 2021 at 11:31 PM
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    Don't know how missed that

    20211121_212834.jpg
     
  5. Nov 21, 2021 at 11:31 PM
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    It looks like an unnatural gap to me
     
  6. Nov 21, 2021 at 11:32 PM
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    What’s the other side like?
     
  7. Nov 21, 2021 at 11:33 PM
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    Symmetry is something we all strive for
     
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    Why does pic look like it's shot in the 80's

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  9. Nov 21, 2021 at 11:40 PM
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    Phone cover? either way the pic doesn’t lie, there is a slight difference.
     
  10. Nov 21, 2021 at 11:41 PM
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    Cuz sheesh if that's off then what else is? Besides my door. So irritating. Don't u.s have to follow guidelines and maintain Toyota standards?
     
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    Maybe someone other than you backed into something EVER SO SLIGHTY (that’s all it takes)
     
  12. Nov 21, 2021 at 11:42 PM
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    Slight is minimizing. I can see the asphalt between
     
  13. Nov 21, 2021 at 11:43 PM
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    Evenly?
     
  14. Nov 21, 2021 at 11:46 PM
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    Check the gap between the bed and cab on both sides, the underside of the bumper (look for bends), and check the bumper to frame mounts.

    Was the truck purchased new or used?
     
  16. Nov 21, 2021 at 11:47 PM
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    Bed is fine
     
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    Made in De Baja California
     
  19. Nov 21, 2021 at 11:53 PM
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    Will do. I thought all vehicles are inspected thoroughly before placed on the lot? Just asking. I know it isnt a lambo or ferarri but i know when they get shipped in the mechanic makes sure every bolt is tight every screw is where it's suppose to be. I don't expect to that extent but sheesh...
     
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    Are there any tacoma's made with diesel n turbo?
     

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