Trail to pro valance question
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The clips should be reusable.
Wookiemonster
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Just did it and they are 100% reusable, just take your time when pulling them out and you should not snap any.....
Thanks guys! Also, did you have to remove your bumpers to do the install?
Wookiemonster
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I would say unless you have the hands of a small child then you will need to take the bumpers off, I tried to do it with the bumpers on and failed miserably, just bit the bullet and took the bumpers off, its really easy and makes the job much easier....
My fiancé is pretty little and she likes working on cars, may need her small hands to assist.
I am able to get the valances for $290 plus shipping. Haven't decided on the pro grill yet or not though.
CF_Machete
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You might want to try plastidip, vinyal or paint first. Way cheaper than $300
Foques
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this. cost me 30$ in plastidip.. and, later, 100$ in vinyl (because I was curious) to do this.
I did it myself without removing the bumper. It was super easy. Didn't break a clip. Took all of 30 minutes. I could probable do it in 10 minutes the second time.
I also got mine from McGeorge Toyota $163.53 $185 shipped
I went with the black plastic for the front since rocks will chip vinyl and plastic dip in no time. The back should be fine with dip so thats what i'm planning.
I also got mine from McGeorge Toyota $163.53 $185 shipped
I went with the black plastic for the front since rocks will chip vinyl and plastic dip in no time. The back should be fine with dip so thats what i'm planning.
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CF_Machete
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I was able to get a bla k pro used on the sale section and have a silver trail rear comming wednessday. I plan to dip the rear before install. I'll take pictures of it right up against the pro front before I put it on for comparison.
Timberlinhvo
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Same here. I even bought my pieces from McGeorge Toyota. It took me 30 minutes and a big pair of balls to rip of my bumper the first time. Unhinging the bumper sounds like you are snapping/breaking the bumper. If I were to do it again, it will probably take me no more than 5-10 minutes.
Everyone talks about getting the valance pieces dipped or wrapped but I would advise against it. I know its bullshit to pay that much for pieces of plastic but that's the way the cookie crumbles if you want cosmetic upgrades. The garnish is the toughest pill to swallow I say do it right the first time and you wont waste $$$ and more importantly your time. I dont know what you have planned for your rig, but imagine going on a trail and you front-end rubs against a branch. How's that going to feel if your valance is wrapped or dipped? Just a thought. Either way, the new look is going to make you happy.
Completely agreed with you on just paying up and doing it right the first time. My goal is to have a pro replica. I wanted a pro, but needed a sunroof. Got the wheels last week, getting valances and skid plate this week and holding off on the grille for a couple of months. As fo suspension, just going to do 6112/5160 and do a 1" or so lift on the front. Won't be doing any serious off roading so it will workout perfect for me and look exactly how I'd want it to be.
Timberlinhvo
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Nice - that is exactly what I did for the exact same reason. I came across a white TRD Pro and passed on it because of the sunroof. Believe me, it was a hard pass but glad I waited for my Trail Premium. Fast forward to now, I have the look of a TRD PRO with a sunroof and KDSS. I lifted my rig with Bilsteins all around.
Be careful though, i had the same sentiments as you but keep wanting more every time i hit the trails. Anyways, good luck with the build.
I bought mine for 290 and then sold my old ones for 135. Seems like the more logical option than vinyl wrap.
Where did you buy yours from? Comparing the prices of a few items. You can PM if you prefer.
