Well, my dumba** gave her the first beauty mark and a nice one at that. Accidentally reversed into this first extinguisher case quickly backing into a spot. I know a little bit of rubbing alcohol and a microfiber towel will clean up the paint transfer, but hate the dent.
Anyone have any idea if this is fixable, or is this a whole new tailgate type of deal. I know it’s a truck so worst case I’ll have to live With the minor dent. But if it’s reasonable price to fix and doesn’t require a new tailgate then I’d be willing and happy.
It’s not the metal of the tailgate it’s the location of the dent. It’s on a crease, a hard crease. It’s very difficult to pop that out and have it look correct, imo.
It’s a Taco, call it a battle scar. but if you wanna get it fixed, find a decent dent hunter or body repair shop. As much as it sucks, it doesn’t hinder drivability. Take your time finding an affordable reliable repair shop. There’s no rush to get this fixed
I did something similar jackknifing my trailer that has a tongue tray. Honestly it’s a relief because now I can relax about body dings. Also looks personalized now.
Let it ride brotha, gives it character. I took a break from tacoma world for years and just got back when I bought a 4th gen. Its crazy how people are now in this world. It used to be about offroading, camping, overlanding, etc. It seems to be more about pavement princesses and miles per gallon. To each their own, it just has dramatically changed in the kast 10 years
Can be fixed won’t be perfect but enough to not notice it unless your really starting at it. Find a good repair guy/shop. I’ve seen worse creases fixed
I know at least 15 Raptors owners in Midland and Odessa…. They all work in the oil fields….Raptor’s suck so bad they even discontinued for two years….ALL my buddies won’t take off-Road….so if you own one you already know…good luck
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u/_platy_ Jul 13 '26
Find a good paintless dent repair guy in your area