Author Topic: Black Trim (Read 4466 times)

Ski Edition · « **on:** November 25, 2009, 08:29:09 PM »

Was looking into getting some things powdercoated and found out that Powder Xpress is about 7 miles from my house. I didn't go crazy, but I did utilize their services this past week. I will take/post some pics tomorrow. Just got everything installed/reinstalled and cleaned up today.

Hop45 · « **Reply #1 on:** November 25, 2009, 09:43:50 PM »

Can't wait to see it!

Ski Edition · « **Reply #2 on:** November 26, 2009, 09:13:47 AM »

First I bought some new exhaust tips and went to my muffler guy for some plumbing out the back. Took them to the powdercoater and this is what you get.

Ski Edition · « **Reply #3 on:** November 26, 2009, 09:25:00 AM »

I thought that the wheel wells were a little bare since I sold my big plastic flares. I bought some TFP stainless steel fender trim. The running boards, gas door and fender trim got some powdercoat.

Ski Edition · « **Reply #4 on:** November 26, 2009, 09:26:57 AM »

I also have a black Go Rhino push bar ordered and got the Go Rhino hitch step from Hop45. Just need to figure out what to do next.........................

tdybr27 · « **Reply #5 on:** November 26, 2009, 10:03:59 AM »

Looks good!

oHIobellboy · « **Reply #6 on:** November 26, 2009, 12:00:54 PM »

I'm liking it.

underwood · « **Reply #7 on:** November 26, 2009, 05:40:37 PM »

Looks good

I want to do that to my exhaust tips too

BNASTY · « **Reply #8 on:** November 26, 2009, 09:38:50 PM »

Quote from: Ski Edition on November 26, 2009, 09:26:57 AM

I also have a black Go Rhino push bar ordered and got the Go Rhino hitch step from Hop45. Just need to figure out what to do next.........................

Your black fuel door and your wheels kinda match from a distance.

Lookin' good Bro.

B

msdinsp · « **Reply #9 on:** November 26, 2009, 09:48:12 PM »

Looks real good against the red.
Kinda like the black exhaust tips.

Enkei · « **Reply #10 on:** November 27, 2009, 04:15:16 AM »

I'm likeing it....

Donnie1 · « **Reply #11 on:** November 27, 2009, 06:23:35 AM »

That looks great Ski. I like those exhaust tips.

Ski Edition · « **Reply #12 on:** December 23, 2009, 04:46:17 PM »

Got the Go Rhino pieces on. Now just need to figure out what to do for the bowtie and maybe put some decals back on her.

bluedevil · « **Reply #13 on:** December 23, 2009, 04:49:45 PM »

Thats sweet looking....... man, great ideas with the powder coating.

Fowlhunter · « **Reply #14 on:** December 23, 2009, 04:50:50 PM »

Damn brother, I love it!!!!!! I see the plates are missing, thinking of selling her?

Ski Edition · « **Reply #15 on:** December 23, 2009, 04:58:47 PM »

Quote from: Fowlhunter on December 23, 2009, 04:50:50 PM

Damn brother, I love it!!!!!! I see the plates are missing, thinking of selling her?

Thanks--I like how the idea went from paper to reality. A little better than I thought and the pics don't do it any justice. Sell Betsy--not anytime soon. I was trying to rattle can a license plate frame that turned out to be a big bust. Speaking of bust, how is my bowtie holding up??

MyBigToy · « **Reply #16 on:** December 23, 2009, 09:28:58 PM »

Quote from: Ski Edition on November 26, 2009, 09:26:57 AM

Just need to figure out what to do next.........................

Take the bumpers off and powdercoat the chrome. That should cap it off nicely.

Ski Edition · « **Reply #17 on:** December 23, 2009, 09:50:40 PM »

Quote from: MyBigToy on December 23, 2009, 09:28:58 PM

Take the bumpers off and powdercoat the chrome. That should cap it off nicely.

I have definitely considered it!! Wish I had photoshop to get an idea what it would look like. These guys over at Powder Xpress wouuld probably do it for me if I took them lunch.

chevyfan · « **Reply #18 on:** December 24, 2009, 11:59:01 AM »

Looking pretty good there!

Fowlhunter · « **Reply #19 on:** December 25, 2009, 07:27:03 AM »

Quote from: Ski Edition on December 23, 2009, 04:58:47 PM

Thanks--I like how the idea went from paper to reality. A little better than I thought and the pics don't do it any justice. Sell Betsy--not anytime soon. I was trying to rattle can a license plate frame that turned out to be a big bust. Speaking of bust, how is my bowtie holding up??

It looks great!!!!
Your bowtie has been missing for some time but I finished the STL bowtie and snapped pics, now I just need to put them on my computer so I can attach them here!!!

Ski Edition · « **Reply #20 on:** December 28, 2009, 09:13:27 PM »

Quote from: MyBigToy on December 23, 2009, 09:28:58 PM

Take the bumpers off and powdercoat the chrome. That should cap it off nicely.

Bumpers at powdercoater. Should have them back and on by friday!!!

No turning back now!!

MyBigToy · « **Reply #21 on:** December 28, 2009, 09:25:50 PM »

Quote from: Ski Edition on December 28, 2009, 09:13:27 PM

Bumpers at powdercoater. Should have them back and on by friday!!! No turning back now!!

Methinks you'll like it!

Ski Edition · « **Reply #22 on:** December 28, 2009, 09:30:20 PM »

Quote from: MyBigToy on December 28, 2009, 09:25:50 PM

Methinks you'll like it!

Me thinks I better, or I'm SOL!!!!!!

MyBigToy · « **Reply #23 on:** December 28, 2009, 09:33:07 PM »

Quote from: Ski Edition on December 28, 2009, 09:30:20 PM

Me thinks I better, or I'm SOL!!!!!!

I bet stock replacements are pretty plentiful in salvage yards. If you don't like it, it just gives you and excuse to buy some off-road bumpers. At least you have that option since you're WBH.

Flint 4X4 · « **Reply #24 on:** December 28, 2009, 11:55:55 PM »

Not a fan of RED, no disrespect meant as I like red/black yellow/black color schemes.

My truck is black n blue, Arrival Blue cladded with black Teflon AR Mojave wheels, black front & rear bumper guards, roofrack,... front bowtie is blue. I will paint it black if I ever make last chrome piece blue, I think yours would look better with Chevy power bar across the front red and bowtie black

Have to wait and see after bumper install, it's always a mod in progress eh ?

4x4dreamer · « **Reply #25 on:** December 29, 2009, 12:05:19 AM »

Very very very nice

The color scheme is excellent

Ski Edition · « **Reply #26 on:** December 29, 2009, 08:08:26 PM »

Quote from: Flint 4X4 on December 28, 2009, 11:55:55 PM

Not a fan of RED, no disrespect meant as I like red/black yellow/black color schemes.

My truck is black n blue, Arrival Blue cladded with black Teflon AR Mojave wheels, black front & rear bumper guards, roofrack,... front bowtie is blue. I will paint it black if I ever make last chrome piece blue, I think yours would look better with Chevy power bar across the front red and bowtie black

Have to wait and see after bumper install, it's always a mod in progress eh ?

Mod in progress is right. Had the powerbar red at one time. I may go back to it as I have cracked one of the arms as I was dismantling the bumpers....So I am looking for another grill piece to play with. It is definitely too black in the front, but I will see what I can do to break it up. Thanks for the suggestion!

bluedevil · « **Reply #27 on:** December 30, 2009, 11:28:53 PM »

The "red" powerbar makes it look good

Ski Edition · « **Reply #28 on:** December 30, 2009, 11:52:26 PM »

OK, I'll paint it red!!

oHIobellboy · « **Reply #29 on:** December 31, 2009, 05:42:40 AM »

Quote from: Ski Edition on December 30, 2009, 11:52:26 PM

OK, I'll paint it red!!

If you had it red,,,how did you go back to chrome?

Ski Edition · « **Reply #30 on:** December 31, 2009, 08:22:46 PM »

Original chrome, went to red then black. Since the arm is cracked, I'm not going to invest in paint for this one. I'm looking for a used grille now, but no luck. If anyone runs across one for sale give me a shout please.

I have the bumpers and installed the rear one today. Can you say SAAAAAAAAAAAAWWWWWWWWWEEEEEEEEEET??????????????

I know I need to post pics. I'll get the front on tomorrow and snap some shots.

MyBigToy · « **Reply #31 on:** December 31, 2009, 08:26:33 PM »

I hate to tell you I told you so, but...

Ski Edition · « **Reply #32 on:** December 31, 2009, 08:33:10 PM »

Quote from: MyBigToy on December 31, 2009, 08:26:33 PM

I hate to tell you I told you so, but...

I had thought about it, but I think that your suggestion was a confirmation. I really like how the rear end looks now.

bluedevil · « **Reply #33 on:** December 31, 2009, 08:36:36 PM »

eBay auction: #200379725390

This is for the 05 Silverado SS. I dont see why it wouldnt fit your 04.

Ski Edition · « **Reply #34 on:** December 31, 2009, 09:04:37 PM »

Quote from: BlueDevil on December 31, 2009, 08:36:36 PM

eBay auction: #200379725390

This is for the 05 Silverado SS. I dont see why it wouldnt fit your 04.

That's an odd looking grill. I kinda like it though!!

bluedevil · « **Reply #35 on:** December 31, 2009, 09:28:02 PM »

Quote from: Ski Edition on December 31, 2009, 09:04:37 PM

That's an odd looking grill. I kinda like it though!!

I take that back. Thats not going to fit.

Look at the lip of the hood of this silvy. Is not the same hood line as our WBH's

See both pics. Notice the difference?

Ski Edition · « **Reply #36 on:** December 31, 2009, 09:45:14 PM »

Thanks--they do have an AV hood but looks like there is no indention for the bowtie.

bluedevil · « **Reply #37 on:** January 01, 2010, 12:07:40 PM »

Heres one,

eBay auction: #140366071179

bluedevil · « **Reply #38 on:** January 01, 2010, 12:09:59 PM »

Another:

eBay auction: #370304879485

bluedevil · « **Reply #39 on:** January 01, 2010, 12:11:22 PM »

Red:

eBay auction: #220348508888

Ski Edition · « **Reply #40 on:** January 01, 2010, 01:00:12 PM »

Putting on the front bumper. Will check it out later. Thanks!!

Ski Edition · « **Reply #41 on:** January 01, 2010, 01:45:08 PM »

Quote from: BlueDevil on January 01, 2010, 12:11:22 PM

Red:

eBay auction: #220348508888

Don't want to take out a 2nd mortgage for a grill!!

GM Parts Direct has the same thing for $260.62--still more than I want to spend.

bluedevil · « **Reply #42 on:** January 01, 2010, 01:52:09 PM »

I hear ya, those direct replacements can empty a wallet quick.

Ski Edition · « **Reply #43 on:** January 01, 2010, 02:07:11 PM »

Here she is!!

oHIobellboy · « **Reply #44 on:** January 01, 2010, 03:21:32 PM »

OH HELL YA!

That came out sweet!

Ski Edition · « **Reply #45 on:** January 01, 2010, 03:41:22 PM »

I'm diggin it big time!!! Looks much better in person. Just need a grill and sail panel lights fixed and I'm going to put my modding clothes in the closet for awhile!!

Ski Edition · « **Reply #46 on:** January 01, 2010, 04:02:40 PM »

I'm going to put some decals back on her. Probably on the hoodn maybe the front doors and maybe the tailgate. Not sure exactly which way I will go yet. Suggestions??

bluedevil · « **Reply #47 on:** January 01, 2010, 04:09:02 PM »

Dang, thats nice

MyBigToy · « **Reply #48 on:** January 01, 2010, 04:48:06 PM »

It turned out great. I'll think about additions for a while and see if I come up with any ideas.

MyBigToy · « **Reply #49 on:** January 01, 2010, 04:58:17 PM »

OK, after looking at it for a while, the only suggestions I came up with are - flat or matte (matte is my pick) black for the raised center portion of the cowl on the hood and body-color for the tailgate cladding. I considered suggesting the addition of plain black door rub strips like on the Silverados; I don't think they would look bad but might not add a whole lot either. They would at least keep the door dings down.

Ski Edition · « **Reply #50 on:** January 01, 2010, 05:10:19 PM »

Thanks. Really thought about the hood idea.have a couple of dings to cover up in that area. What do you mean about body-color on rear cladding? NO rub strips for me. I park far away from anyone. Thanks!!

MyBigToy · « **Reply #51 on:** January 01, 2010, 05:27:57 PM »

Quote from: Ski Edition on January 01, 2010, 05:10:19 PM

Thanks. Really thought about the hood idea.have a couple of dings to cover up in that area. What do you mean about body-color on rear cladding? NO rub strips for me. I park far away from anyone. Thanks!!

Body color on the tailgate cladding. In my opinion the three colors back there are too much (I know, it's nit-picking but you asked for suggestions); it would look a lot cleaner if you painted the tailgate cladding red.

EDIT: I added a modified picture.

Ski Edition · « **Reply #52 on:** January 01, 2010, 06:22:44 PM »

Hum......that's an idea. Gonna get some paint ideas when I get my grill. Powdercoiater said he mnight be able to do that strip to match too.

Ski Edition · « **Reply #53 on:** January 09, 2010, 03:15:06 PM »

Couple of pics out in the snow today!

oHIobellboy · « **Reply #54 on:** January 09, 2010, 03:46:48 PM »

Quote from: Ski Edition on January 09, 2010, 03:15:06 PM

Couple of pics out in the snow today!

Watch your language mister

Looking good

MyBigToy · « **Reply #55 on:** January 09, 2010, 04:20:41 PM »

It turned out great!

chevyfan · « **Reply #56 on:** January 10, 2010, 04:00:08 PM »

looking pretty sweet. good job!

Ski Edition · « **Reply #57 on:** January 10, 2010, 04:37:48 PM »

Thanks for the nice words. Want to do something to the black grille, but going to let it ride till spring. Just going to try to fix my sail panel lights and leave it till it warms up!!

Yea right!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

chevyfan · « **Reply #58 on:** January 10, 2010, 04:57:30 PM »

It has been so cold lately you don't want to mess with anything, but that little thing (The Mod Bug!!!) keeps telling you to get out there!

Ski Edition · « **Reply #59 on:** January 10, 2010, 05:06:09 PM »

No lie!!!!! Have a few things I'd like to do, but too damn cold!!!!! I'm ready for summer even though I have a couple more ski trips planned.

Ski Edition · « **Reply #60 on:** January 26, 2010, 02:51:11 PM »

Quote from: Ski Edition on January 10, 2010, 04:37:48 PM

Thanks for the nice words. Want to do something to the black grille, but going to let it ride till spring. Just going to try to fix my sail panel lights and leave it till it warms up!! Yea right!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Yea right!!! Wing cracked a few times, so took it off and sanded/primed/painted this past weekend when it was half-way nice outside. Too cold to put it back together, so just brought it inside and did it on the kitchen table (wife out of town). Fans go on tomorrow and hope to get the grille back on too. Bad pic with phone. Will get some once it's on the truck.

bluedevil · « **Reply #61 on:** January 26, 2010, 02:55:19 PM »

Nice! Im jealous now

Ive been wanting to paint mine for a long tme now.

Ski Edition · « **Reply #62 on:** January 26, 2010, 02:58:26 PM »

Quote from: BlueDevil on January 26, 2010, 02:55:19 PM

Ive been wanting to paint mine for a long tme now.

All you have to do is do it. Just keep the cricket off the wet paint!!!

Hop45 · « **Reply #63 on:** January 26, 2010, 03:32:31 PM »

I think that GoRhino really makes your AV what it is

Ski Edition · « **Reply #64 on:** January 26, 2010, 03:39:06 PM »

You're are right. Probably would have ended up buying a new one after I got the front on. Thanks again!!

Ski Edition · « **Reply #65 on:** January 20, 2011, 02:38:31 PM »

Update: The bumpers have held up well, but the running boards are cracking and peeling. Just noticed it after I cleaned it after the last snow. Took it by my powdercoated and he said for me to drop them off Monday AM and he'd take care of it. I love when people stand behind their work!!