09-08-2020, 04:12 PM
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Originally Posted by drewsro
Here is a before and after on my 2012 4Runner. Went with the Magnetic Gray Metallic.
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I'm liking the MGM here. I just ordered their puddle lights but haven't installed them yet
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09-08-2020, 05:43 PM
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Originally Posted by Scowling Tuna
Exactly. I will admit, the wheel does look cheaper with the darker logo. Perhaps if I went with a contrasting or brighter color it would help, but I didn't want it to look like I was "trying too hard" lol. I just don't want to be blinded.
I probably should've gone for a lighter silver/grey color to match the interior more. It's only $20, I can always try another color down the road.
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If you don't mind buying a new set of adhesive, you could try painting the overlay.
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09-08-2020, 05:44 PM
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Originally Posted by Drobs
Thinking a black Sharpie permanent marker would work for less $.
If nothing else it would make me feel better about what I spent to put black overlays on the outside of my 4Runner.
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Yeah, but the sharpie will wear off.
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09-08-2020, 05:44 PM
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I don't disagree with you, but I'm probably more likely to have an accident because of the sun shining into my eyes.
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My thoughts exactly.
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09-08-2020, 11:18 PM
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Originally Posted by GripT4R
That actually makes the steering wheel look cheaper. Like a 90’s truck where the logo was just molded in the rubber like material that is the horn button and airbag cover.
Ill pass.
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09-10-2020, 08:35 PM
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Chrome should be banned.
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Quoting comments made a week and a half ago should be banned.
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09-10-2020, 09:24 PM
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Quoting comments made a week and a half ago should be banned.
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Your mom, like, totally banned me last night.
Wait... That doesn't sound right...
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09-11-2020, 12:29 AM
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I used a Sharpie almost 2 years ago. Still looks good.
I think it blends in with the gloss black trim on both sides of the steering wheel.
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09-11-2020, 06:38 AM
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Originally Posted by TRD PANTHER
I used a Sharpie almost 2 years ago. Still looks good.
I think it blends in with the gloss black trim on both sides of the steering wheel.
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2 years? Dang, that's holding up good. I wish I went with a Sharpie now.
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09-11-2020, 01:01 PM
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Originally Posted by Gamma Ray
2 years? Dang, that's holding up good. I wish I went with a Sharpie now.
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Well, 19 months. My 4Runner is black just like my previous 2001. I always keep a couple different size permanent Sharpie’s in my console to fix exterior scratches. Faster and easier than touch up paint with better control. There is a little wear in the upper left edge of the emblem so I will just touch it up. If AJT or Meso made one in a gloss black I would consider it. I put these black wood overlays on my door handles. BTW, if you look close at the end of the handle where it pivots, there is a slight gap, so that it has clearance to open due to the handle overlays. I used a Sharpie in those 4 locations also.
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09-12-2020, 04:21 AM
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Originally Posted by TRD PANTHER
Well, 19 months. My 4Runner is black just like my previous 2001. I always keep a couple different size permanent Sharpie’s in my console to fix exterior scratches. Faster and easier than touch up paint with better control. There is a little wear in the upper left edge of the emblem so I will just touch it up. If AJT or Meso made one in a gloss black I would consider it. I put these black wood overlays on my door handles. BTW, if you look close at the end of the handle where it pivots, there is a slight gap, so that it has clearance to open due to the handle overlays. I used a Sharpie in those 4 locations also.
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The handle overlays look nice. Got a link to the vendor?
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09-12-2020, 05:13 AM
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Originally Posted by ElectroBoy
The handle overlays look nice. Got a link to the vendor?
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Thanks.A little pricey. Was thinking about wrapping with electrical tape and even a Sharpie again, lol, but decided to give these a try. The finish matches the metallic paint well. The gap is a minor issue and as I stated in my post I filled it in with a Sharpie. Overall, I like them. Much better and less noticeable than the chrome.
Black Wood Door Handle Decor Cover Trim Black Grain For Toyota 4Runner 2017+ ABS | eBay
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09-12-2020, 07:40 AM
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09-12-2020, 02:27 PM
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Originally Posted by TRD PANTHER
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Thanks.
I’m wondering what kind of Sharpie you guys are using to get good results on a smooth shiny metallic surface.
When I tried a standard Sharpie it looks like crap. And if smears right off, especially with any kind of cleaning solution.
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09-12-2020, 02:53 PM
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Originally Posted by ElectroBoy
Thanks.
I’m wondering what kind of Sharpie you guys are using to get good results on a smooth shiny metallic surface.
When I tried a standard Sharpie it looks like crap. And if smears right off, especially with any kind of cleaning solution.
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I don’t use any cleaning solutions besides a very lightly damp cloth when wiping down my interior. You can also try a double coat with the Sharpie, but, the next day. It isn’t the perfect solution. For the door handles where the gap is, using touch up paint or electrical tape would hold up better against cleaning solutions. As for the steering wheel overlay, if they made it in gloss black I would buy one. Otherwise, painting the overlay or the one on the steering wheel would be a better option.
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