So the modifications have begun on our new Toyota FJ Cruiser. I have started with cosmetic changes and I am working on blacking out the silver on the grill, mirrors and door handles. The grill was first.

It was easy to remove the grill from the FJ with the removal of a couple of retaining clips and 2 bolts. With the grill out of the FJ I then took the grill out of the silver frame.

Primed Grill Frame

I used a sanding block  on the silver frame to provide better paint adhesion. Once sanded and cleaned I used plastic bonding agent, some primer then a few coats of Rustolium Black Textured paint. The textured paint has the same look and feel of the black plastic trim.

I am very pleased with the finished look of the grill and can’t wait to get the other silver blacked out. The Iceberg FJ should never have been made with silver trim!!!