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Factory paint issue

Discussion in '2.5 Gen Tundras (2014-2021)' started by Cmac44, Jan 10, 2021.

  1. Jan 10, 2021 at 10:20 AM
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    Cmac44

    Cmac44 [OP] New Member

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    Has anyone noticed the bottom 1/8 of your Tundra paint job? Mine looks like it’s white spray liner. If you look at it up close you’ll see it. Truck was manufactured 11/20.

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  2. Jan 10, 2021 at 10:21 AM
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    1UP

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    Yep my white 2015 was the same. I hadn't looked at my 19 yet.
     
  3. Jan 10, 2021 at 10:23 AM
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    tttrdpro

    tttrdpro Former Naval Person

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    They’ve been doing that for years. I’ve had 4 Tundras and they’ve all been like that. I think they do it to protect against rocks being thrown up by the tires.
     
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  4. Jan 10, 2021 at 10:23 AM
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    AZTundra

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    This is normal.
     
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  5. Jan 10, 2021 at 10:24 AM
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    Saltyhero13

    Saltyhero13 Throbbing Member

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    Yes, its the first thing I noticed. It's a protective layer from what I've been told.
     
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  6. Jan 10, 2021 at 10:25 AM
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    Danman34

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    Sill protector. Normal. Every oem painted tundra has this.
     
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  7. Jan 10, 2021 at 12:05 PM
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    Cmac44

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    Ok great to know lads! Thanks. I washed the truck indoors and then drove it in 30 degree weather. Thought it might have been something I did.
     

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