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Paint Bubbling

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by NYCPJM, Aug 20, 2017.

  1. Aug 20, 2017 at 12:54 PM
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    NYCPJM

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    Hi everyone,

    I was hoping for a little assistance and guidance on this issue I just saw.

    It seems like the entire length of my doors of both sides are bubbling. Has anyone seen this before?

    The truck has 14K miles on it and with zero off roading and regular washes. It is really strange in that it is happening on both sides of the truck. Looks almost natural. Gonna head to dealership this week. WTF!!!

    Thanks in advance for all the help.

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  2. Aug 20, 2017 at 12:55 PM
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    PVT Pablo

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    They all have that. Its extra thick paint to help against chipping.
     
  3. Aug 20, 2017 at 12:56 PM
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    CaptAmerica

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    That's called orange peel, and they all have it. They spray the trucks extra heavy at the rock chip line. It's supposed to make the paint stronger and resistant to chipping.
     
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  4. Aug 20, 2017 at 12:56 PM
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    NYCPJM

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    Really? Ok.. just noticed that..

    Thank you....
     
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    It's supposed to be like that. Kinda like extra protection against rocks and shit.

    You guys beat me to it I guess.
     
  6. Aug 20, 2017 at 12:56 PM
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    Mine is same way. They are all like.
     
  7. Aug 20, 2017 at 12:57 PM
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    One less thing I need to do at the dealership...

    Thank you again.
     
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    You have a 3rd gen, you'll have plenty an opportunity to sit in the dealership maintenance waiting area. :D
     
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    Damn beat me to it!
     
  10. Aug 20, 2017 at 1:02 PM
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    It just got real.
     
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    I'd worry more about your differential. That paint is normal. They have been doing that since 2005. Seriously though check your rear diff for leaking
     
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  12. Aug 20, 2017 at 1:14 PM
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    drade... had that done a few weeks ago... nothing found... whew
     

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