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Stain on dash after delivery of new taco?

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by cf250, Jun 3, 2021.

  1. Jun 3, 2021 at 8:47 PM
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    MadKatt

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    Eeeeewwwwww goes right along with don’t put that in your mouth since you don’t know where it’s been:eek:
     
  2. Jun 3, 2021 at 8:50 PM
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    Sticker Shock reaction, :puke:Toyota says it's Normal. Kinda surprised the mask didn't catch 'er.
     
  3. Jun 3, 2021 at 8:53 PM
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    Dawn and a cloth. Anything else spell DAMAGE.

    IPA of 70% or less. some baking soda.

    You talking about the dark spot middle left?
     
  4. Jun 3, 2021 at 8:54 PM
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    Junkhead

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    Well yes, they have those soft bristle ones.
     
  5. Jun 3, 2021 at 9:42 PM
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    I tried using water with a towel, multi purpose cleaner and rub.. and that’s it so far.
     
  6. Jun 3, 2021 at 9:43 PM
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    I will try this, and thanks for posting a Canadian site link!!!
     
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  7. Jun 3, 2021 at 9:43 PM
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    Shit maybe that’s how it got there...
     
  8. Jun 3, 2021 at 10:26 PM
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    Did you give it a sniff?

     
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  9. Jun 4, 2021 at 5:51 AM
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    Dish detergent and a tooth brush
     
  10. Jun 4, 2021 at 6:00 AM
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    Criminy.....take it back to the dealer.

    Let them handle the discoloration. If they screw it up, its their nickel. If you screw it up......its your nickel.

    For future reference, inspect vehicle BEFORE accepting delivery. Dents, scratches, stains, broken lights.......happen in shipping pretty regular.
     
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  11. Jun 4, 2021 at 6:03 AM
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    That reminds me of the old saying;

    "92% of Harleys made since XXXX are still on the road today...the other 8% made it home"
     
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  12. Jun 4, 2021 at 6:15 AM
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    The only problem with that is the dealership is 4 hours away :/
     
  13. Jun 4, 2021 at 6:17 AM
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    iron shape, not iron bristles silly goose
     
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  14. Jun 4, 2021 at 6:29 AM
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    You chose the dealership. Is there a Toyota dealer in your area? If so, perhaps they could assist.
     
  15. Jun 4, 2021 at 6:32 AM
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    I’m a big fan of Total Interior by Chemical Guys. I’ve had really good luck with Tuff Stuff at getting out really set in stains, but I don’t know how well it cleans…well, see the first two replies to your post, OP.
     
  16. Jun 4, 2021 at 6:32 AM
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    Should of just turned around and have them clean or fix it. Call them up and tell them you noticed it.
     
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  17. Jun 4, 2021 at 6:55 AM
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    Wow, TIL. I've never heard it referenced like that before
     
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  18. Jun 4, 2021 at 6:56 AM
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    Yes sir.
     
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  19. Jun 4, 2021 at 7:08 AM
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    Instead of pulling that stain, you should just cover it in more stains. If it's all one big stain, then you wont notice it.

     
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  20. Jun 4, 2021 at 7:11 AM
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    CaptAmerica Asphalt Avenger! TTC#13

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