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plastidip or spray paint for grille and bumper cap

Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by Fiolo, Sep 14, 2011.

  1. Sep 14, 2011 at 5:00 PM
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    Fiolo

    Fiolo [OP] Senior member

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    im planning on painting the chrome bumper caps and maybe my grille black
    what should i use plastidip or spray paint
    something that wont chip off when i go to the carwash
     
  2. Sep 14, 2011 at 5:02 PM
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    45acp

    45acp Paint me back in Wyoming again...

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    Didn't you just ask this? See my post in your other thread.

    I simply sanded/cleaned the area, used primer and paint and have been though the car wash/used a pressure many times without an issue.
     
  3. Sep 14, 2011 at 5:02 PM
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    Johns Taco

    Johns Taco I'm not 4x4, and have an open diff. So i'm 4x1

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    Plasti-derp it to see if you like it and paint for when you know your gonna like it and long term reliability.
     
  4. Sep 14, 2011 at 5:07 PM
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    SR54x4

    SR54x4 Well-Known Member

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    thats what i did with my wheels last october, the plasti derp is still on after a harsh winter, countless car washes and offroad trips. i did my lower front bumper, back bumper and badges as well.
     
  5. Sep 14, 2011 at 6:23 PM
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    bellassaiw10

    bellassaiw10 Formally afroman5015

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    Do both as mentioned above
     

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