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cheaper and better paint match methods?

Discussion in '2.5 Gen Tundras (2014-2021)' started by Henry2019, Nov 25, 2020.

  1. Nov 25, 2020 at 10:38 PM
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    Henry2019

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    What are some of the better and cheaper paint matching methods available for the front bumper caps, hood buldge and grille surrounds?

    thank you
     
  2. Nov 26, 2020 at 3:33 AM
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    Fuel delete mod Cup holder upgrade
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  3. Nov 26, 2020 at 5:25 AM
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    I used Rustoleum Gloss Smoke Gray spray paint - $3 a can at home depot on my metal bumper. Not 100% perfect, but good enough for me. :D

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  4. Nov 26, 2020 at 10:57 AM
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  5. Nov 26, 2020 at 11:19 AM
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    I hear you. It can be an issue in areas with heavy snow/rain but it limits your options.

    From cheap to expensive: wrap, bumpershellz, powder coat (only for metal parts), replace with color matched OEM parts. Having used wraps before it would be a NoGo long term solution for me.
     
  6. Nov 28, 2020 at 5:27 AM
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    Alot of them
    What bumper is that?
     
  7. Nov 28, 2020 at 6:03 AM
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    The rear Bumpershellz are fine for me, but the front one I’m not really digging it. My TRD fog bezel and light is not that flush anymore
     

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