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Repainting a RSI Smartcap EVO

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by suckingdarts, Dec 19, 2022.

  1. Dec 19, 2022 at 10:09 AM
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    suckingdarts

    suckingdarts [OP] Well-Known Member

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    I am on the verge of purchasing a used white RSI Smartcap EVO for my 2021 DCSB Tacoma.

    Only problem is the Smartcap is white and my Taco is lunar rock. The deal for this smartcap would be tough to pass up.

    So, I am wondering if anyone has any experience in repainting these? I don't want it to look like shit AKA cheap sanding and spray paint. Would a shop be able to repaint this? If not lunar rock, even black would look much better than white on my truck.

    Any help is greatly appreciated!!!
     
  2. Dec 19, 2022 at 10:14 AM
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    Borracho Loco

    Borracho Loco My truck identifies as a Prius.

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    Oh look, another mod....

    A paint shop would be able to paint it and (very closely) color match it, so it's Lunar Rock. Or you can have them paint it flat or glossy black, to make it pop and accent the Lunar Rock color. But yeah, a local (reputable) paint shop can do that for you.


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  3. Dec 19, 2022 at 10:21 AM
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    Benny blanco

    Benny blanco Mr. Jiggletits

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    I asked a local paint shop, they quoted me like 4K. I knew it was gonna be high but wtf. Maaco painted a cap for me for $500.
     
  4. Dec 19, 2022 at 10:27 AM
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    GBourne

    GBourne Just a regular guy

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    I think that the white on those caps is smooth, so getting it wrapped could also be an option.
     
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  5. Dec 19, 2022 at 10:43 AM
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    na8rboy

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    They didn't want to do it. That's why the high price. Normally about 1k to 1.5k, would be the price. Shits gone up.
     
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  6. Dec 19, 2022 at 10:57 AM
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    Benny blanco

    Benny blanco Mr. Jiggletits

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    I think they hated painting camper shells. They like to do insurance work. That’s where the money is.
     
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  7. Dec 19, 2022 at 11:36 AM
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    suckingdarts

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    You have any pics of the cap painted from Maaco?
     
  8. Dec 19, 2022 at 11:48 AM
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    Borracho Loco

    Borracho Loco My truck identifies as a Prius.

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    Oh look, another mod....

    Nah man, they don't hate painting camper shells. They just hate you. :)

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  9. Dec 19, 2022 at 12:31 PM
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    Benny blanco

    Benny blanco Mr. Jiggletits

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    I sold it. But yes.
     

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