Vinyl wrapping the chrome window trim

[BeenChevy]

Anyone try the pre-cut vinyl wrap for the chrome window trim?

Never vinyl wrapped anything before but thinking it seems pretty basic/easy. Any pro tips on doing this?

Thanks

 

[STORMIN08]

i plan to order a strip of tape, slightly wider than the trim itself, then use a razor style knife like window tinters use

 

[BeenChevy]

Ended up getting pre-cuts for the window trim.. if it goes well I'd like to try the same on other things like the fog surrounds, luggage rails, and doors trim.

 

[Pittz]

Where did you get the pre cut from?

 

[BeenChevy]

eBay

 

[gat0r]

i am about to get mine done soon, fingers crossed.


i was told not to use the chrome or black chrome options for small pieces as they are too stiff.
this will lead to them peeling up on corners & edges.

i originally wanted the black chrome one

so i'll pick something else color wise for the chrome delete that i am planning on (as i dont want flat or gloss black)

 

[Greg Kulbick]

I've got a pre-cut kit showing up the next few days. I'll post a before and after.

 

[STORMIN08]

https://www.cruxmoto.com/product/cr...elete-kit-for-2015-2020-tahoe-yukon-escalade/

i may order these and give it a try

 

[BeenChevy]

I was sent the standard instead of XL when I bought the eBay BO kit. Ended up costing $7.95 after the exchange processed. I have a standard gloss black for sale if anyone wants it.

Stormin08 - Let us know if you go with the Avery and how it turns out. Waiting for warmer weather before trying to install my $7.95 eBay special

 

[Greg Kulbick]

I've got a pre-cut kit showing up the next few days. I'll post a before and after.

First piece I tried didn't fit. Alignment was poor and there was overhang I would have had to cut off. Tried going around the back of the piece with a card and it cut the vinyl. Waiting on a response back from the seller.

 

[STORMIN08]

i would prefer it to be slightly larger rather than exact...

that said, i i did the quick trial with black electrical tape, not sure i want to wrap mine. usually i am all in for the simple black trim and monochromatic paint...but the chrome has grown on me as it keeps the grille looking correct, i may go with a black and machine wheel instead of our factory all black wheel.

 

[Greg Kulbick]

I got the precut pieces because I have the touch of an elephant and know better than to use a sharp instrument near paint. They asked me to send it all back and I'll be getting a refund. Probably just have to get somewhere in town to do it.

 

[Akinshake]

I went with the roll and sheet stuff for areas wider than 2in. Use a plastic razor blade. Ask me how I know.

 

[Jeff_]

I went with the roll and sheet stuff for areas wider than 2in. Use a plastic razor blade. Ask me how I know.
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Wow that looks great. I might need to copy you.

 

[Sarah_279]

I went with the roll and sheet stuff for areas wider than 2in. Use a plastic razor blade. Ask me how I know.

Nice. Clean AF.

Now that I've tinted my windows the chrome trim is bothering me even more.

 

[Akinshake]

Wow that looks great. I might need to copy you.

Thanks. It’s pretty easy. You will learn as you go and might want to redo some like I did, but it’s all pretty easy and cheap.

 

[Jeff_]

Thanks. It’s pretty easy. You will learn as you go and might want to redo some like I did, but it’s all pretty easy and cheap.

Did you order normal vinyl and cut it yourself or a precut kit?
I would definitely like to try myself before paying some shop to do it. Got a quote of $250-400 from a local vinyl shop and said no way..

 

[Akinshake]

Did you order normal vinyl and cut it yourself or a precut kit?
I would definitely like to try myself before paying some shop to do it. Got a quote of $250-400 from a local vinyl shop and said no way..

I got quoted 1800 to wrap everything on mine. Lololol. I bought a 2” wide roll of 3m vinyl on amazon or eBay. And a sheet of 1ft x 5ft (or something like that) for areas that would have been too wide. I couldn’t have paid over 50 for everything. I watched a few YouTube videos and just gave it a shot. I said it earlier but I can’t stress enough about using a plastic razor blade.

 

[Jeff_]

I got quoted 1800 to wrap everything on mine. Lololol. I bought a 2” wide roll of 3m vinyl on amazon or eBay. And a sheet of 1ft x 5ft (or something like that) for areas that would have been too wide. I couldn’t have paid over 50 for everything. I watched a few YouTube videos and just gave it a shot. I said it earlier but I can’t stress enough about using a plastic razor blade.

Appreciate the info! I just ordered a roll off eBay so I can give it a shot myself!
Definitely going to use a plastic razor blade.

 

[Tonyv__]

Thanks. It’s pretty easy. You will learn as you go and might want to redo some like I did, but it’s all pretty easy and cheap.

Did you need a heat gun?