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*CLOSED* WINDOW TRIM COVER BETA TESTERS NEEDED!

Discussion in '3rd Gen Tundras (2022+)' started by EC1, Apr 9, 2024.

  1. Apr 9, 2024 at 3:08 PM
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    EC1

    EC1 [OP] Ask about our BumperShellz Vendor

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    Hey everyone! We're almost ready to release the window trims, but we need your help! We're currently looking for a small group of beta testers to try out the window trims. We'll sell them to you at 50% off the retail price. We just ask that you fill out a survey after you've completed the install. These parts are considered "pre-production", and we've gone as far as we possibly can without having access to a ton of trucks at the drop of a hat. So, while they aren't considered "ready to sell", they're still made with the same quality plastic you'd expect from us, but there is the possibility that there will be minor issues with the product.

    When you sign up, you join our mission to innovate and perfect an exciting new product! Our business is more than just a company; it's a family-run labor of love. The Evan's family is so dedicated that they often refine products long into the night, well beyond regular working hours. Our size, though, does have its drawbacks, such as limited testing capabilities on a live truck. That's where you come in. As a vital part of our testing phase, you stand at the critical junction between mediocrity and excellence. By choosing to participate, you're not only supporting the creation of some of the most innovative, user-friendly chrome delete products out there, but you're also championing the retention of manufacturing jobs right here in the United States. Your involvement means more than you might think—it's a direct contribution to hardworking Americans and a testament to the value of keeping our manufacturing process local.

    We will be hand selected a few people. The exact number is going to be determined by the amount of each color we have that we determine are "good". The colors will be limited to "Gloss Black" and "Matte Black".

    This beta test is meant for owners of the CrewMAX trim level. However, if you have a Double Cab and are interested in helping us out, please just respond below with what color you'd want! That data is still very valuable to us.


    TESTERS HAVE BEEN SELECTED! SHOULD ANY TESTER DROP OUT, WE WILL REFER BACK TO OUR CURRENT LIST! THANK YOU ALL FOR YOUR OVERWHELMING SUPPORT!
     
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  2. Apr 9, 2024 at 3:47 PM
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    Mattedfred

    Mattedfred Toyota Fan Boy Since ‘04

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    What’s a window trim cover?
     
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  3. Apr 9, 2024 at 3:51 PM
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    nkawal

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    I’m guessing it’s window visors?
     
  4. Apr 9, 2024 at 3:51 PM
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    g6t9ed

    g6t9ed Novice Tundra Modder

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    I'm going to assume he's referring to this in the green highlight:
    upload_2024-4-9_17-51-8.png
     
  5. Apr 10, 2024 at 6:37 AM
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    You would think that the OP is monitoring this and can provide an update.
     
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  6. Apr 10, 2024 at 2:00 PM
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    901tundra

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    They said in the post they'd be out of touch today, 4/10. Looking at what else they've said, I'm sure this is the product for the chrome around the bottom of the windows.
     
  7. Apr 10, 2024 at 8:48 PM
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    If your window is not whistling and if you don't have any wind noise, I wouldn't touch anything close that may be near your window seals!
     
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  8. Apr 10, 2024 at 9:00 PM
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    TucsonTundra1794

    TucsonTundra1794 ASCM #6-11 I'll buy if you're willing to ship

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    I'm interested!
     
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  9. Apr 11, 2024 at 4:02 AM
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    ChickenRat

    ChickenRat Yep.

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    “Test our stuff, we’ll sell it to you at 50% off”

    That’s not how that’s supposed to work. The payment for pre production products is the feedback you get from the tester to take your product to market.

    I wouldn’t pay for anything that isn’t 100% ready to go.
     
  10. Apr 11, 2024 at 6:56 AM
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    That's correct! We've been working on these for a while and they're basically ready for market. Our hope is that the feedback we hear is cricket chirping.

    Hi I'm back! Yes, it's the area that @g6t9ed shared in the quoted post above.

    Yeah, this was a bit of a challenge. Our parts usually employee some of the geometric shape of the area of application to help ensure adhesion, but with this one, we couldn't depend on that due to the lack varied surface area and not wanting to affect the window seals.
     
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  11. Apr 11, 2024 at 6:59 AM
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    I would be down, going on a 3500 mile roadtrip next week with the new FWC.
     
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  12. Apr 11, 2024 at 7:03 AM
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    While that long of a distance would be great for testing how well they'll stick over various speeds, we're making selections Monday and sending them out soon after. I'm not sure you'll get them in time.
     
  13. Apr 11, 2024 at 7:04 AM
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    no worries, I am just over the hill from you guys.
     
  14. Apr 11, 2024 at 7:28 AM
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    EC1 [OP] Ask about our BumperShellz Vendor

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    Sign up on the form and I'll see what we can work out!
     
  15. Apr 11, 2024 at 8:02 AM
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    You can see how disgusting these chrome window trims are!

    We will be heading across BC, Alberta and Sask for a camping trip in May and changing these out would help me stop tossing my cookies whenever I look at the truck :)

    Anyway, let me know if you are looking for some testing up in the Great White North!

    upload_2024-4-11_7-57-7.jpg
     
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  16. Apr 11, 2024 at 8:04 AM
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    If you're posting that because the other guy did and you think it'll help your chances of getting picked, just know that we will be shipping them out BEFORE May :rofl:
     
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  17. Apr 11, 2024 at 8:12 AM
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    I'd volunteer but I already have black trim

    *Grins in Platinum*
     
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    I've had a set installed for about a week now that the guys at Ecological put on. Unfortunately I haven't been able to put too many miles on in that time, but so far so good with freeway speeds and some decent temperature swings.

    I went with the gloss black and I think it looks much better than the chrome. I am curious to see how the matte black turns out as well.

    20240413_142616.jpg 20240413_142605.jpg
     
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    We have had some wild weather recently mid-80 degree peaks to near freezing. Glad to see they're holding up! I'll be seeing you the same form that we're going to send to beta testers. You'll just ignore the "installation" section.
     
  20. Apr 15, 2024 at 3:06 PM
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    When will more beta testers be selected?
     
  21. Apr 15, 2024 at 3:10 PM
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    I went to the link to pull a photo for you and post is so this thread would make more sense and get you more interest. Just like the thread, no photos there either. Would post some in the OP.
     
  22. Apr 15, 2024 at 3:11 PM
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    Beta testers have been selected. Just ironing out a couple things before we release the emails.

    We got an overwhelming amount of support, but sadly we could only choose 5 people.
     
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  23. Apr 15, 2024 at 8:16 PM
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    I will be doing a chrome delete either with paint matching or blackout



    I would love to test it out! I've been looking for these parts for the past couple of months! Also, I have 1794 in wind chill pearl.
     
  24. Apr 23, 2024 at 3:26 PM
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    We've made our selections and are sending out beta test kits in the next couple of days.

    We got an overwhelming amount of highly qualified candidates! However, if you didn't receive email correspondence from us, then unfortunately, you were not selected. We We WILL be running a beta test for the mirror covers when we have those ready for testing. I want to encourage anyone who signed up for this one to sign up for that one too, when I post about it. You'll also receive an email letting you know about the beta test.

    We're hoping it will be roughly a 1 month to 1.5 months before we have these fully launched. Hopefully sooner!
     

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