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OEM Tailgate Lettering

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by froejoe, Jun 15, 2016.

  1. Jun 18, 2016 at 8:44 PM
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    esizzle777

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    Just got mine from @rrentrop and I couldn't be happier! Definitely getting sills and glovebox decals next!

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  2. Jun 18, 2016 at 11:02 PM
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    BCOutdoorman

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    Contemplating this. Will probably be my first change. If the "steps" that my wife wants which will actually be sliders don't come first. Sometimes I have to get creative to get my alterations done. Oh sweetie the drive line cranker cylinder broke so we replaced it with a 3 inch lift to ensure it won't happen again!
     
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  3. Jun 18, 2016 at 11:58 PM
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    matthew00029

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    I'm pretty sure toyota DOES offer OEM lettering. I had bought magnetic stick on black lettering from ebay which I was not happy with since they blew off quite easy. I then ordered a set of black lettering for my tacoma that were about 5mm thick and a lot higher quality. They were not magnetic but stick on and they are quick sturdy. I bought mine from trdparts4u which is where I also buy all my oem parts from.

    There is chrome, satin carbon and satin black. I have satin black. I've also seen brand new tacomas with chrome lettering.

    http://trdparts4u.toyotaofdallas.co...gid=1&catalogname=Accessories&idCategory=-126
     
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  4. Jun 19, 2016 at 6:42 AM
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    froejoe

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    Right. That's where I initially found the ones I ordered from Amazon. As noted in my previous post, the item labelled as Chrome is actually more like Stainless Steel colorwise. Not necessarily a bad thing. Just an FYI.
     
  5. Jun 19, 2016 at 7:03 AM
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    Was it hard to get the glove box letters in?
     
  6. Jun 20, 2016 at 3:38 PM
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    OhioTaco68

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    AVS in channel window deflectors Predator steps Tinted front windows De-badged all chrome emblems Matte black tailgate lettering Matte black door badges Silver door sill lettering Weathertech mud guards Tacoma bed mat Interior LED lighting Lamin-X yellow fogs Hyper yellow DRL LED 3rd brake light bulbs CLEARZ 3rd brake light lens LED back up lights Access LITERIDER tonneau cover Console cover w/Toyota logo Hondo radio knobs NeoSupreme seat covers TRD shift knob Toyota Dark Satin Alloy wheels Toyo Open Country AT3 tires Red glovebox lettering Red vent rings/ control knobs Husky all weather mats Toyota bed mat
    No not at all, i used the wet method that rrentrop includes in directions where you use a spray bottle with water and a few drops of dish soap and wet surface and letter backing
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  7. Jun 20, 2016 at 4:03 PM
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    My Barcelona red SR5 came with raised black letters on the tailgate. Dealer add on?
     
  8. Jun 20, 2016 at 4:43 PM
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    yup!
     
  9. Jun 20, 2016 at 4:44 PM
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    and when you get energetic you can get @rrentrop side marker decals too! Here is mine with the USMC EGA20160620_134717.jpg
     
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  10. Jun 20, 2016 at 4:48 PM
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    OhioTaco68

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    And here is mine on my silver sky Tacoma with the Toyota logo
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  11. Jun 20, 2016 at 4:51 PM
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    @rrentrop asked that I post photos of my lettering once I got them applied. How they even arrived in SoFla today from Cali is unbelievable but sometimes the USPS impresses AND so does the vinyl. I had mentioned in an earlier post that I supplied the vinyl to be cut because I wanted reflective with a silver/white color as opposed to a gray/gold tone. The vinyl I supplied is what's commonly used on police cars and shines very brightly at night. This is yet another product purchased and installed to protect the rear-end of my truck because people do not pay attention when driving.

    Here are photos taken a few minutes after applying but I will add some more photos to this post once it's dark to show how bright they reflect. Oh and, definitely use the wet technique when applying, any clean spray bottle will do with about a cup of clean water add to that about four (4) drops of mild dish/hand soap. Clean that tailgate thoroughly, then spray some soapy water on one (1) letter at a time even spray the vinyl letter itself. You'll be amazed how the vinyl will almost center itself, then gently wipe the excess water away with a damp cloth taking care not to move the vinyl and you're DONE!

    Thanks Rich, you the Man! :thumbsup:


    Here's the promised but horrible photo at night, only source of illumination is tiny LED light on my phone. This is bright reflective vinyl!

     
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  12. Jun 20, 2016 at 4:55 PM
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    I like that. Where did you get those?
     
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  13. Jun 20, 2016 at 5:31 PM
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    OhioTaco68

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    Member on here @rrentrop just message him and he can fix you up. This version i got is the " smaller version " in matte black with Toyota logo
     
  14. Jun 20, 2016 at 10:14 PM
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    rrentrop

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    They look great and I am pleased that you got what you wanted and are happy with them.
     
  15. Jun 23, 2016 at 7:13 AM
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    I like that reflective treatment :) Great idea!
     
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    KevC

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    Who can I contact to get this decal?
     
  17. Jun 23, 2016 at 5:34 PM
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    Please see signature below. Thanks!
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    Http://stores.ebay.com/mtnrider65
     
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  18. Jun 23, 2016 at 5:36 PM
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    Can't seem to find your signature!
     
  19. Jun 23, 2016 at 7:26 PM
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    Kev just message @rrentrop and he will fix you up with some nice decals !
     
  20. Jun 23, 2016 at 10:19 PM
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    Is there any other way to purchase other than ebay? I don't have a ebay account
     
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