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      07-28-2021, 02:07 PM   #1
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Hey I was wondering if anyone knows if there is pre cut vinyl out there that I could cover all the exterior silver trim with?

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      07-28-2021, 02:33 PM   #2
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I wouldn't trust a pre-cut option for the silver side skirts. The curves require heat + massaging to lay down flat and cutting the top edge can be tricky. I wrapped mine with a 6 inch roll of gloss black vinyl wrap. It can be DIY'd with patience, heat gun/hair dryer, exacto knife and edging tools. Tape off the adjacent edge to make tucking at the top easier.

As for window trim, I haven't tried to wrap it yet but window pieces may need to be removed to get a clean look.
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      07-29-2021, 09:36 AM   #3
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I just had all the silver painted black. Much easier and looks better in my opinion. Pics in my profile.
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Hey I was wondering if anyone knows if there is pre cut vinyl out there that I could cover all the exterior silver trim with?

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https://www.aliexpress.com/item/3296...27424c4dXiShuO


I had bought this but I had the exact same issue as you see in that 1 star review, it was basically shorter on one end.

I pulled it out and matched it on both sides and it was perfect, issue gone...

BUT, the adhesive on the piece I removed wouldn't stick again, it was basically hanging. Had to throw it.

Other than that, it fit perfectly. It held on in strong rain storms etc.

But I got rid of it all and got the trim painted gloss black now

Here's a most recent one if you really want it: https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005002586273381.html

Also, this was only $60-$70 when I bought it 1 year ago.
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Aliexpress also has the glossy black tape that you cover your trim with and use an xacto knife to remove the excess. Or just buy the factory gloss black trim.
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      08-14-2021, 05:32 PM   #6
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I'm sure you are already well aware of this option, but I used plastidip on all the chrome accents on my Ram and its durable and attractive if you like matte finish.
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