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Lower front bumper textured?

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by Tall guy 45, Aug 7, 2021.

  1. Aug 7, 2021 at 4:20 PM
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    Tall guy 45

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    I was noticing today that my lower front bumper has a texture to it under the paint is that normal?
     
  2. Aug 7, 2021 at 4:22 PM
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    Anchovy

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    Picture?
     
  3. Aug 7, 2021 at 4:42 PM
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    I know the bumper in general has a different texture because it’s plastic not sheet metal but I don’t know if that’s what he’s talking about
     
  4. Aug 7, 2021 at 4:45 PM
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    If you're talking about the black valance, its not actually painted.
     
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    Is it bumpy and looks like orange peel? Might be there to prevent rock chips if it’s painted.
     
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  6. Aug 7, 2021 at 5:24 PM
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    The more I look at I think you're right cuz it's only on the very lower part would catch rocks makes sense thank you:D
     
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    What makes sense now ?
     
  8. Aug 10, 2021 at 4:20 PM
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    That would be a little textured for rock chips
     

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