The Chinese Special TRD Grille... on the cheap!

[91324]

So I ordered from Cartrimhome on 3/1 and my tracking number still says Processed Through Facility in Guangzhou, China on 3/3. No update in 10 days. Was hoping this would arrive quickly since I'm likely to buy a second one for my 4Runner (the one I ordered was for my wife's).

Shot you a DM. My bet is it’s waiting for customs.


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[Glandnut]

Those of us who ordered through Cartrim, is it eventually tracking through stateside UPS or FedEx?

 

[91324]

Those of us who ordered through Cartrim, is it eventually tracking through stateside UPS or FedEx?

It’s through USPS.


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[Backup]

So I ordered from Cartrimhome on 3/1 and my tracking number still says Processed Through Facility in Guangzhou, China on 3/3. No update in 10 days. Was hoping this would arrive quickly since I'm likely to buy a second one for my 4Runner (the one I ordered was for my wife's).

That happened to me and 91324 is correct - it was in customs. After customs, it arrived pretty quickly. Took 10 days total from China so I hope you get yours soon.

 

[pumacat24]

Hey [MENTION=210334]Steve S[/MENTION] ... sent you a DM about this grille. I have one I decided not to install.

I tried to order last night through cartrimhome link but could not get it to accept my CC. Anyone else have an issue ordering with CC? I did get a fraud warning text from my bank.

 

[BC-4Runner]

Can't resist anymore. Put my order #1603069154.

There is also a special bundle price it is worth mentioning for
TRD PRO Front Bumper Grille Replacement + TRD PRO Black Emblem $140 shipped for both. So the emblem is only $15 and I am going to use it on the rear door bottom right corner. Already have two on the sides. op2:


Thanks!

 

[krypto89]

Can't resist anymore. Put my order #1603069154.

There is also a special bundle price it is worth mentioning for
TRD PRO Front Bumper Grille Replacement + TRD PRO Black Emblem $140 shipped for both. So the emblem is only $15 and I am going to use it on the rear door bottom right corner. Already have two on the sides. op2:


Thanks!

dang, that's a good deal. if only i waited a week to see your post because i placed an order without the emblems last week...

 

[GabrielM]

I received mine, kind of slightly disappointed with the quality. Not that I had high expectations from a Chinese product, but some of the edge were rough on the top side.

 

[Dillusion]

I received mine, kind of slightly disappointed with the quality. Not that I had high expectations from a Chinese product, but some of the edge were rough on the top side.

Chinese and quality don't really go together.

 

[GabrielM]

Chinese and quality don't really go together.

I know. I've sent them an email with pictures attached and they just reply me back that they are sending new parts free of charge. At least their customer service is great as for now(even better than some local business).

 

[BC-4Runner]

I know. I've sent them an email with pictures attached and they just reply me back that they are sending new parts free of charge. At least their customer service is great as for now(even better than some local business).

I'll be surprised if you get the 2nd piece better quality or slightly longer so the gaps are not so noticeable. Well I hope you do and let us all know

 

[DigitalRJH]

Honestly I don't know why everyone complains about the gaps. If you don't want the gaps, spend the $600 for the OEM, or the $50K for the Pro. (The OEM will have a gap too, it will be smaller, but it will be there.) No one is going to notice the gap unless they are really inspecting the front end of your truck.

 

[GabrielM]

I'll be surprised if you get the 2nd piece better quality or slightly longer so the gaps are not so noticeable. Well I hope you do and let us all know

Honestly I don't know why everyone complains about the gaps. If you don't want the gaps, spend the $600 for the OEM, or the $50K for the Pro. (The OEM will have a gap too, it will be smaller, but it will be there.) No one is going to notice the gap unless they are really inspecting the front end of your truck.

My issue wasn't about the gaps at each side, it's that some edge weren't deburred correctly and had molded plastic on both edge that make the top portion rough. I do have some pictures but need to resize them.

 

[TwistedJake]

Honestly I don't know why everyone complains about the gaps. If you don't want the gaps, spend the $600 for the OEM, or the $50K for the Pro. (The OEM will have a gap too, it will be smaller, but it will be there.) No one is going to notice the gap unless they are really inspecting the front end of your truck.

This. I have a super white rig and while the gaps are there if you look for them, you wouldn't notice them unless pointed out.

I'm super picky about the details on my rigs and was concerned I'd not be happy. When I installed I was a little worried as there was a gap but get 5 feet away and you don't notice them at all. Even looking for them they aren't really noticeable from a few feet away.

If I had to do it again today I'd do the exact same. For the money it can't be beat. If you've got extra cash to burn by all means get the OEM setup. I myself am thrilled with the cheap grille.

 

[Signal]

Can some of you guys post updates as to how it is holding up, and maybe a new post with the link to buy since there are a ton of pages with everyone posting links to Amazon, ebay and 3rd party sites please.

 

[Minneyota]

Mine showed up yesterday...20 days after ordering. It did get held up in customs. I've unboxed it and hope to install it on the wife's Limited this weekend.

 

[Beach5150]

Exactly!
After I looked closely at a Pro, I was pretty happy with my Chinese knock-off.

Honestly I don't know why everyone complains about the gaps. If you don't want the gaps, spend the $600 for the OEM, or the $50K for the Pro. (The OEM will have a gap too, it will be smaller, but it will be there.) No one is going to notice the gap unless they are really inspecting the front end of your truck.

 

[91324]

Can some of you guys post updates as to how it is holding up, and maybe a new post with the link to buy since there are a ton of pages with everyone posting links to Amazon, ebay and 3rd party sites please.

Here you go, again. PM me your order number after placing it.

Free Shipping With LED Light For 2014-2019 Toyota 4Runner TRD PRO Front Bumper Grille Replacement


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[91324]

Honestly I don't know why everyone complains about the gaps. If you don't want the gaps, spend the $600 for the OEM, or the $50K for the Pro. (The OEM will have a gap too, it will be smaller, but it will be there.) No one is going to notice the gap unless they are really inspecting the front end of your truck.

This 100%. Thank you.


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[zw470]

Finally talked myself into ordering one. As soon as the weather warms up I'm going to install the grille and have a SEM Trim Black party with my valances, fender flares and hood scoop :frog: