1958 fog light cover color matching wrap?

[APIOQM]

My color-matched panels have arrived, and I’m going to the dealer to order the Park Sensor Retainers you mentioned. but how to attach the new retainers to the new panels? Does it come with adhesive when purchased? Thank you.

The new retainers will come with adhesive already applied. You just peel and stick.

 

[pv488]

I also used the stick on covers from eBay. Was an easy install and think it looks great.

 

[Kennyjz]

The new retainers will come with adhesive already applied. You just peel and stick.

Thank you very much for your answer. By the way, this is the part marked in the picture, correct?

 

[APIOQM]

Thank you very much for your answer. By the way, this is the part marked in the picture, correct?

Correct, you will need two.

 

[Kennyjz]

The new fog light covers have been installed, and they look much better. However, I’ve noticed that the gap in the area marked in the picture is larger than before. When I lift the front bumper upward , the gap closes, but it reappears once I release it. All the clips and screws are properly installed, and the mechanic assured me that the installation is correct. My concern is that during car washes or weather, water could get inside and damage the wiring or sensors behind it. I’m not sure if this means the covers need to be reinstalled.

 

[APIOQM]

The new fog light covers have been installed, and they look much better. However, I’ve noticed that the gap in the area marked in the picture is larger than before. When I lift the front bumper upward , the gap closes, but it reappears once I release it. All the clips and screws are properly installed, and the mechanic assured me that the installation is correct. My concern is that during car washes or weather, water could get inside and damage the wiring or sensors behind it. I’m not sure if this means the covers need to be reinstalled.

I’m sure the fitment is the same as what you were seeing before, you’re just overanalyzing it now lol. Looks good!

 

[Kennyjz]

I’m sure the fitment is the same as what you were seeing before, you’re just overanalyzing it now lol. Looks good!

Took it apart again and carefully checked the clips around the new cover as well as the one under the headlight that you mentioned earlier. After reinstalling, there wasn’t much difference. Maybe I was overanalyzing it. Thank for your help.

 

[EOD Guy]

I wouldn't worry at all about water getting inside........... All the wire connectors are a "weather pac" / weather resistance from the factory and while not completely waterproof. That small of an area would be a tiny increase from what gets under hood from the factory grill openings etc......

 

[Kennyjz]

I wouldn't worry at all about water getting inside........... All the wire connectors are a "weather pac" / weather resistance from the factory and while not completely waterproof. That small of an area would be a tiny increase from what gets under hood from the factory grill openings etc......

It makes sense. Appreciate it!

I also picked up this bug screen and installed, I noticed there are way fewer bugs on the radiator. But I’ve read online that it might affect airflow and cooling— is that right?

 

[EOD Guy]

It makes sense. Appreciate it!

I also picked up this bug screen and installed, I noticed there are way fewer bugs on the radiator. But I’ve read online that it might affect airflow and cooling— is that right?

For sure it'll restrict air flow and cooling and depending on the density of the strands (space between the wire mesh) it could be detrimental. Keep in mind of those that have added lights behind the grill which would block more airflow your grill screen....... my advice is keep an eye on the temps for a bit and unless you see them creep into the high zone, I'd say you'll be ok. I don't know if you get much snow, but I'd make sure to revaluate the temps after the snow starts flying. I travel back on forth to Maryland during the winter months and sometimes there is a lot of ice build up in the grill area, so a more open mesh (1/4" openings) DIY install is on my to-do list.

 

[Kennyjz]

For sure it'll restrict air flow and cooling and depending on the density of the strands (space between the wire mesh) it could be detrimental. Keep in mind of those that have added lights behind the grill which would block more airflow your grill screen....... my advice is keep an eye on the temps for a bit and unless you see them creep into the high zone, I'd say you'll be ok. I don't know if you get much snow, but I'd make sure to revaluate the temps after the snow starts flying. I travel back on forth to Maryland during the winter months and sometimes there is a lot of ice build up in the grill area, so a more open mesh (1/4" openings) DIY install is on my to-do list.

I tried put the bug screen behind the fan, and there was definitely a reduction in airflow. I’ve been keeping an eye on the coolant temps, and so far it hasn’t run hot. I’m planning to remove the upper section of the bug screen around the Toyota logo but keep the part near the license plate frame, which might work better. Living in Southern California, cleaning bug debris off the radiator in the summer is definitely a hassle.
I’ll continue to keep an eye on the temps. Thank you.

 

[stec06]

I bought the stick-on Meteor Shower fog light trim on eBay for $119. Wiped down the textured black trim with some isopropyl alcohol and stuck 'em on. Took 10 minutes at most and looks factory. Very pleased. We'll see how they hold up over time, though.

Link here: Add On 4V8 meteor shower Bumper Overlay Fit 24-Up Land Cruiser LC250 Prado 1985 | eBay

 

[1958]

I bought the stick-on Meteor Shower fog light trim on eBay for $119. Wiped down the textured black trim with some isopropyl alcohol and stuck 'em on. Took 10 minutes at most and looks factory. Very pleased. We'll see how they hold up over time, though.

Link here: Add On 4V8 meteor shower Bumper Overlay Fit 24-Up Land Cruiser LC250 Prado 1985 | eBay

any gaps or fitment issues?

 

[stec06]

any gaps or fitment issues?

Nope, actually surprised at how well they fit. Contoured perfectly. There were some super minor imperfections in the paint on one panel, like a small bump in the plastic, but that's it. Fine for $119.

 

[APIOQM]

I'm glad we have all these options from China, and that they're of good quality. Waiting for them to reproduce the overseas version of the front air dams:

 

[jcdeng]

Do these ebay covers just double side tape over your existing ones? or you have to dismount the bumper to properly replace your stock ones

 

[stec06]

Do these ebay covers just double side tape over your existing ones? or you have to dismount the bumper to properly replace your stock ones

You do not need to remove anything. They just stick on and are thin enough to not look weird.

 

[APIOQM]

You do not need to remove anything. They just stick on and are thin enough to not look weird.

Well there a two types available. The replacement type requires bumper removal. There is also the stick on type that you’re referring to.

 

[stec06]

Well there a two types available. The replacement type requires bumper removal. There is also the stick on type that you’re referring to.

Yep, I should've been more clear. I wanted the stick-on ones because I'm scared to remove my bumper, ha.

 

[jcdeng]

Great! looks like they finally got ice cap white available, ordering myself a set.

Before they only had pearl white available, but I don't understand as to why because Pearl white colors came in the premium and FE trims, which came with painted fog covers...