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

[osideplayer]

Still looking for a stock grill insert. If you have your old upper grill insert and you don't need it, please let me know how much you'd charge to ship it to Los Angeles area. Thanks!

I actually need one too. Have you asked cartrim if they'd sell you one?

 

[mynameistory]

I actually need one too. Have you asked cartrim if they'd sell you one?

Not likely as it comes in 99% of 4Runners already, and not too many Pro owners would want a stock grill. I'm just trying to see if anyone wants to get rid of theirs, it would save me a trip to the junkyard and digging it out.

 

[daytonaviolet]

Not likely as it comes in 99% of 4Runners already, and not too many Pro owners would want a stock grill. I'm just trying to see if anyone wants to get rid of theirs, it would save me a trip to the junkyard and digging it out.

if you're referring to the upper grille and toyota logo, i have one in bay area . Minus the white part.

 

[hwnrunner]

Hey curious if you around to installing the valances on your vehicle. How difficult was it and have a pic.

it's really not that hard, the link below from Trail4R shows it all step by step.
Once you remove the bumper covers, there's indents on the backside that show where you need to cut the slots for the clips. A little scary at first, but by the time you do all 27 cuts, no worries!


5th Gen 4Runner - Front Bumper Valance Swap from Off-Road to SR5

 

[mynameistory]

if you're referring to the upper grille and toyota logo, i have one in bay area . Minus the white part.

Yep that one. I'll PM you.

 

[JsinLegacy]

it's really not that hard, the link below from Trail4R shows it all step by step.
Once you remove the bumper covers, there's indents on the backside that show where you need to cut the slots for the clips. A little scary at first, but by the time you do all 27 cuts, no worries!


5th Gen 4Runner - Front Bumper Valance Swap from Off-Road to SR5

Thanks you. Saving that page for future reference.

 

[the lawrence]

Shoot me a PM.


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Hey 91324, Any updates on possible new products e.g. front/rear TRD lower valences and the other mystery piece you've mentioned a few times?

I just received my grill (didn't use the coupon code, totally missed that was an option)! I can't wait to put it on!

Thanks,
Brian

 

[91324]

Hey 91324, Any updates on possible new products e.g. front/rear TRD lower valences and the other mystery piece you've mentioned a few times?



I just received my grill (didn't use the coupon code, totally missed that was an option)! I can't wait to put it on!



Thanks,

Brian

Hey Brian,

Sorry you missed out on the coupon. Shoot me a DM the next time you’re looking to order and I’ll get you one.

As far as I know, there are no plans for them to make a lower front or rear valance. Unfortunately, they scrapped the idea of mine they were working on which was related to a Pro skid with cutouts for the oil plug and filter as well as extending it to protect more of the bottom of the rig. Not sure what issue they ran into but development of that has been stopped. I was looking forward to that since oil changes are a PITA on these rigs. Protecting more of the undercarriage would have been a bonus.


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[JAXJeremy]

Does anyone have experience using some kind of plastic restorer periodically instead of painting the cover from the outset? My letters are already on, and I can't decide if I should pry them off, paint the cover, and re-set the letters or just install it as is and worry about fade later.

Also, those who painted the cover: did you also paint the mesh portions to get a color match? Thanks!

painting the cover was a mistake..don't do it..

 

[weezykid]

Does anyone have experience using some kind of plastic restorer periodically instead of painting the cover from the outset? My letters are already on, and I can't decide if I should pry them off, paint the cover, and re-set the letters or just install it as is and worry about fade later.

Also, those who painted the cover: did you also paint the mesh portions to get a color match? Thanks!

I have had mine for almost a year now and never painted it. However, I was using my detailer spray on it, 303 Protectant, in the beginning for approx 6 months. I have since switched to using the spray wax on it that I use on the rest of the truck. It still looks good with no issues.

 

[DeadeyeT4R]

Factory grill in black

I actually need one too. Have you asked cartrim if they'd sell you one?

If you're still looking for a factory top grill, I'm about to do the swap for my new Cartrim version and will have one ready. It's got the black Toyota symbol though. PM me if interested.

This is my before shot...

 

[osideplayer]

If you're still looking for a factory top grill, I'm about to do the swap for my new Cartrim version and will have one ready. It's got the black Toyota symbol though. PM me if interested.

This is my before shot...

I meant the TRD pro top trim

 

[kiwiflavored]

Pmd cant wait

 

[arnette64]

Hey Brian,

Sorry you missed out on the coupon. Shoot me a DM the next time you’re looking to order and I’ll get you one.

As far as I know, there are no plans for them to make a lower front or rear valance. Unfortunately, they scrapped the idea of mine they were working on which was related to a Pro skid with cutouts for the oil plug and filter as well as extending it to protect more of the bottom of the rig. Not sure what issue they ran into but development of that has been stopped. I was looking forward to that since oil changes are a PITA on these rigs. Protecting more of the undercarriage would have been a bonus.


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Any plan of making one for the 2020? The upper part seems different (bracket not the same) ??

 

[91324]

Any plan of making one for the 2020? The upper part seems different (bracket not the same) ??

Yes, they do have plans to make another grill specifically for the 2020. I know they’re trying to acquire a grill from a 2020 that they can use to build the new molds. No ETA.


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[Charlievee]

Did away with the color match and matched the lower valance instead. I like it better this way. Better to fix rock chips also.

 

[DigitalRJH]

What do you use to color the valance and garnish? Paint, plastidip, bed liner etc?

 

[CharlesNellis]

Originally ordered with the black letters. Didn't like the look so I put the grey/silver letters that were also included on.

 

[91324]

I’ve gotten a handful of DMs over the last week for the coupon code to get 5% off anything on CT that is 4R related.

I think I’ve responded to all of you but if you reached out and I missed you, please try again!


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[Charlievee]

What do you use to color the valance and garnish? Paint, plastidip, bed liner etc?

Lol, started with the valance using plasti dip. Lasted about 8 months before rock chips started to degrade it. Then went with satin black paint, 4 months later... rock chips. Now im using a rattle can bed liner with minimal texture. Should have gone this route to begin with as driving in Mississippi is like piloting in an asteroid feild, so much road debris.