Applying TRD sticker to TRD grill (tips and location)

Agent WD-40 · #1 (**permalink**) 01-13-2004, 06:49 PM

I just got a TRD sticker. It is the one that goes on the front of the TRD grill. I was wondering how you install it? Is there anything special I should to do prepare the surface, or just do a general clean of the surface and stick it on there?

Also, where exactly were they located on the TRD grills? I know they were bottom right, but could somebody provide me with a measurement to go with? Thanks.

nhparrot · #2 (**permalink**) 01-13-2004, 07:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Agent WD-40

I just got a TRD sticker. It is the one that goes on the front of the TRD grill. I was wondering how you install it? Is there anything special I should to do prepare the surface, or just do a general clean of the surface and stick it on there?

Also, where exactly were they located on the TRD grills? I know they were bottom right, but could somebody provide me with a measurement to go with? Thanks.

see (2003 -) Tundra TRD Sport Graphic PT211-3403R/L-01, PT211-3403R/L-03

Agent WD-40 · #3 (**permalink**) 01-13-2004, 10:56 PM

Thanks for the quick reply Glenn. That isn't quite what I'm looking for though. I need the location of the TRD logo on that goes on the Ivan Stewart TRD grill, not the TRD logo that goes on the side of the body.

I'm also looking for install tips to get the sticker to stick well to the grill.

nhparrot · #4 (**permalink**) 01-13-2004, 11:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Agent WD-40

Thanks for the quick reply Glenn. That isn't quite what I'm looking for though. I need the location of the TRD logo on that goes on the Ivan Stewart TRD grill, not the TRD logo that goes on the side of the body.

I'm also looking for install tips to get the sticker to stick well to the grill.

I'l check my grill in the morning, if it is not too cold. (We are expecting 0 without wind chill)

nhparrot · #5 (**permalink**) 01-14-2004, 10:44 AM

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Originally Posted by nhparrot

I'l check my grill in the morning, if it is not too cold. (We are expecting 0 without wind chill)

-8 this morning (BRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRR). Anyways my TRD emblem, the bottom right side of the "D" is 1 3/8" from the edge of the grille and 1/2" from the bottom of the grille.

Agent WD-40 · #6 (**permalink**) 01-14-2004, 12:59 PM

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Originally Posted by nhparrot

-8 this morning (BRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRR). Anyways my TRD emblem, the bottom right side of the "D" is 1 3/8" from the edge of the grille and 1/2" from the bottom of the grille.

Thanks very much.

RM · #7 (**permalink**) 01-14-2004, 06:14 PM

The TRD grilles have a "pad" for mounting the emblem (an area with no holes). The Molly grilles do not. I wasn't sure how well the emblem would adhere to my Molly grille given the lack of surface area from the holes so I made a mount for the emblem. I traced the TRD pattern on a piece of 1/4" steel and cut it with a band saw. Then I measured the hole spacing and drilled a couple of holes. I then welded on two machine screws (countersunk). This gave a nice flat surface to mount the emblem and the 1/4" plate (painted black) gave a nice effect. I know, overkill. I was thinking about using a plastic plate and epoxy to hold the screws but the steel plate was on hand. About the same time I finished the mounting plate, the grille I had on for a week began to dimple. I returned the grille. The mount is somewhere in my garage. I'll post a pic if I can find it.

keiphers · #8 (**permalink**) 01-14-2004, 07:00 PM

I've got the Molly grille, and my emblem is sticking absolutely perfectly. I've had no dimpling issues or anything too. Guess I'm just lucky

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Agent WD-40 · #9 (**permalink**) 01-15-2004, 06:10 PM

Thanks for the heads up guys. Keiphers, you just stuck your TRD sticker on there and it is sticking no problem? If so then that sounds the best to me.

I'm not quite ready to spend a lot of time messing with the sticker, even though adding a backer plate sounds like a better idea.

schmenge · #10 (**permalink**) 01-19-2004, 07:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Agent WD-40

I just got a TRD sticker. It is the one that goes on the front of the TRD grill. I was wondering how you install it? Is there anything special I should to do prepare the surface, or just do a general clean of the surface and stick it on there?

Also, where exactly were they located on the TRD grills? I know they were bottom right, but could somebody provide me with a measurement to go with? Thanks.

DOES THIS HELP?

S-Man · #11 (**permalink**) 02-02-2004, 12:39 AM

i should have a few photos in my photos of my grille. check it out.

Agent WD-40 · #12 (**permalink**) 02-02-2004, 12:49 AM

I got it on there. Thanks for the help! It looks good IMO.

I have to confess as to why I wanted this sticker... I ran into a friend and he acted surprised to see me there. I was surprised that he was surprised because I had seen him park right next to me in the parking lot. He said that he didn't recognize my truck with the new grill and had thought it was a Ford. Well I had to put an end to that so I put the TRD sticker on front.

keiphers · #13 (**permalink**) 02-02-2004, 05:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Agent WD-40

I got it on there. Thanks for the help! It looks good IMO.

I have to confess as to why I wanted this sticker... I ran into a friend and he acted surprised to see me there. I was surprised that he was surprised because I had seen him park right next to me in the parking lot. He said that he didn't recognize my truck with the new grill and had thought it was a Ford. Well I had to put an end to that so I put the TRD sticker on front.

Someone I know said the same thing right when I got the grille, so I went ahead and put the sticker on. It's no fun when someone mistakes your truck for a "Fix Or Repair Daily" (FORD)

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bz999 · #14 (**permalink**) 05-24-2004, 11:55 PM

I have been looking everywhere (besides where you guys prolly have looked). If you can help me locate a site where I can purchase the sticker, I would appreciate it!

Agent WD-40 · #15 (**permalink**) 05-25-2004, 01:08 AM

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Originally Posted by bz999

I have been looking everywhere (besides where you guys prolly have looked). If you can help me locate a site where I can purchase the sticker, I would appreciate it!

My sticker was actually sent to me by a gracious TS member who had an extra one. I had talked with Carson Toyota when I ordered my grill and they said they would include one for $15 extra. So I'm assuming you can try Carson Toyota (in Carson, Ca) and see if they can give you one. I believe the normal dealer list price on them is $19. Have you tried ebay?

You can always just get on the phone with Toyota dealers and see what you can turn up or try your local Toyota parts department.