This may not apply to everyone, but I still would like to hear your input.

On my Runner, I absolutely hated the chrome fender trim that came with my ride. After repeated attempts to get my hands on the fatter black SR5 molding - but to no avail, I had to improvise.


Before the mod



After the mod



Side shot after the mod


In my opinion, my rig looks much better. I have all the pics of the install, so I can do a full write-up if there is enough demand. So what do you guys think? Shoud I do the write-up?

 

I would love to get rid of my chrome fender trim. I think a write-up would be grrrrrreat.

 

that looks bad-a$$ Christian. Sorry again for bailing out on you. I still feel really bad about that.

 

I will never forgive you.

No problem, you did the right thing!

 

Christian,

I think it looks much better. Looks like you painted the chrome trim, no?

A write up would be great---YT cannot have enough write ups.

Bob

 

I think it looks great also,i have never been a fan of the chrome trim.

 

Looks much better!!

 

I like the way it looks. I vote for a write up and

of course more pics.

 

Damn Christian...thought it was a Limited at first....

 

Looks much nicer!!

 

Seems I'm not the only one who hates chrome finish. I also have started to turn my black '90 4R over to the dark side. Except for my new grill and roof rails everything has to go.
I already ordered black doorhandels etc.
How did you get the paint to stick to the chrome? I would like to paint my chrome mirrors but only when the paint sticks really well.

 

I am definetly going to submit a write-up. I think there is enough interest. I think my experience at Rhino Linings helped a bit in the prep and painting.

Just like anything else, its all about proper prep, primer, and paint. If you dont mind holding on a bit, I will send Corey the full write-up (dont worry Corey, it will be in the correct format ) and you will be on your way.

 

Now that your project is done, I guess I can put my black SR5 flares up for sale.



Just kidding, of course. Looks great Christian!

 

Christian,
Let us know when you tackle those chrome bumpers! I would love to match the finish of my rear bumper to the TJM.

 

Things that make you go hmmmm...

(not sure if I am ready to tackle that one yet!)

 

Any updates? The pics are not there anymore. I would like to see this mod

 

https://www.yotatech.com/~corey/tech...d/96runner.htm

 

just be sure to clean behind that trim at least once a year. that is the birthplace of rust.