Rear tailgate applique

[randuff]

So I pulled a noob move and didnt research the forum enough before I tried to remove the rear bowtie and low and behold I found the 2 guide pin holes for the emblem and managed to chip the paint somehow....

Good news is I work at a Chevy dealer so I am getting the applique, running boards and complete front Z71 bumper (the silver and grey portions) painted for about $300.

And FYI my body shop manager explained how to remove the rear applique without damaging it and it involves heating the area where the nuts are locked down because they are glued in apparently.

While the body paint is being done I am going to plasti-dip the grill so in a few days I should have a completely blacked out Tahoe!

 

[KMeloney]

You're getting the running boards painted, too? I'd be interested to know how that holds up over time. Sounds "iffy." It'll look great, though. Good luck.

 

[randuff]

Yeah I was concerned about the chipping as well but gonna try it out anyways.

 

[steven johnson]

how well does the plasti-dip hold up , when you used a auto car wash (touch less).