I think mine's just welded... they did a crappy job as you can see towards the bottom (rust). I've got a new gate and roll pan though for when I go full paint.
I'll be doing the exact same once I go full paint. Love the way it looks. Also smoothing the tailgate since I won't be hauling anything. I think cutting the lip off makes it look a little longer too which is cool.
I'm painting my ute Daihatsu Max yellow It's kinda a mustardy yellow. Really like it in person.... I agree with darker colors though when you've got chrome. I just think these cars are too small to be painted black.
Cool thanks for the help. I bought it from an american that's been here for quite a while (in mainland japan) and maybe I can get mine to fit like yours by turning it out. The closer I look at it I think it's the same design/mold. My trucks sitting too tall in the front right now with the motor out to visualize how it will look.
Is that spoiler intended for a 1200? Just curious because I picked up a spoiler that looks uncannily similar but it doesn't seem to match up to the body unless I bring the bottom forard quite a bit like the one in your photo. Also seems to be a little too short. (mine) Just wondering what company made it if you know too.