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Old 03-30-05, 09:20 AM
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Default Chrome strip on bumper

Hey guys. Does anyone know where to get that chrome strip on bumper and how much they cost.

Im getting my kit installed this week and wanted to get this piece done for the front and back in the process. Or maybe I should change them all the way around if possible.

Should they be installed prior to paint or can they be installed after painting. Any info would be great. Thanks.
Old 03-30-05, 09:23 AM
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I got a set from Carson Toyota... don't remember what the cost was though.

The bodyshop put it on after painting...
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Just order it from steve. It's relatively inexpensive.
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turbopimp posted this one

just get the generic ones from kragen or pep boys. he said it's the exact same stuff, except these are a lot cheaper. i havetn' checked out auto store yet, but i agree if they are the same, they would be a lot cheaper than the ones from dealerships
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Does anyone know if its best to install before or after the paint job. Or does it even matter?

Thanks Dave and chicago, Ill definitely give Steve a call. Dont know why I didnt think of him in the first place.
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Originally Posted by rominl
turbopimp posted this one

just get the generic ones from kragen or pep boys. he said it's the exact same stuff, except these are a lot cheaper. i havetn' checked out auto store yet, but i agree if they are the same, they would be a lot cheaper than the ones from dealerships
Is it over the counter or on the shelves? I'll stop by kragens after work. Thanks Rom.
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Originally Posted by 49IS300
Does anyone know if its best to install before or after the paint job. Or does it even matter?
Definitely after. It would be more work to mask off the strip if it is on before painting.
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Originally Posted by 49IS300
Is it over the counter or on the shelves? I'll stop by kragens after work. Thanks Rom.
that you have to ask, but i think it's off the shelves
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Does anyone know if they have this strip in black chrome?
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i believe lexus has it for $39 for the front bumper strip
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if u get it from lexus it costs a lot. i asked steve how much ones for my LS400 were and he said


frt moulding-$99.00
rear moulding-$108.00
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Originally Posted by rominl
turbopimp posted this one

just get the generic ones from kragen or pep boys. he said it's the exact same stuff, except these are a lot cheaper. i havetn' checked out auto store yet, but i agree if they are the same, they would be a lot cheaper than the ones from dealerships

This is true. You can get a whole roll of that Ish from Pep Boys for $4.50 or so.

John
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Thanks everyone. I worked it out with the shop and they will be getting me new ones at a discounted price.
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Originally Posted by JohnGS4
This is true. You can get a whole roll of that Ish from Pep Boys for $4.50 or so.

John
so john, you have seen them before?

i probably should go take a look as well, mine are all beat up.
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steve quoted me around 50 for front and 60~65 rear, i don't remember the details.
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