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Dr. colorchip

Discussion in 'Detailing' started by ethanfoy, Jun 28, 2013.

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Jun 28, 2013 at 4:01 PM

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ethanfoy [OP] Well-Known Member

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I have some pretty narly paint chips on my quarter panels. I was wondering if anybody has ever used Dr.Colorchip. Also I have a 99 model ive heard my color called so many different name that im not sure what the name of it is. So my question is, is it pearl red. thanks in advance

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Jun 28, 2013 at 5:37 PM

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There should be a code on the inside of the driver side door tha will tell you the exact colour of your truck.

I would just go to toyota and get a bottle of oem touch up paint.

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Jun 28, 2013 at 5:44 PM

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I was just about the get some dr colorchip then I did some research. After doing some reading I went with just getting some touch up paint.

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