Rear Trunk Blackout Options - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

hisinc · 07-22-2010, 04:46 PM

Hi All:

I want to black-out the area between the rear lights on the trunk area of an IOM, however, I have seen 5 different options for doing this. Just wondering which option everyone who has done this went with, and how it has worked out for you? ALso if there are pros/cons to each option. Interested in an easy install, cleanest look, cost effective, but something that won't damage the paint or anything in the long run. I will be keeping the bowtie as well.

Options I've come across:
1) Vinyl Decal Kit
2) SLP Gloss Black Kit
3) GTS Rear Panel Cover (plastic I think)
4) Magnetic Panel
5) Permanent Paint (not really trying to go this route just yet)

Input appreciated.

THanks,

2010 2-Tone · 07-22-2010, 04:48 PM

I choose number 5.

larryt1026 · 07-22-2010, 04:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 2010 2-Tone

I choose number 5.

Go BIG or go HOME

boomskeet · 07-22-2010, 11:00 PM

4, had it for a few weeks, i love it....looks great

Silver2SSRS6spd · 07-22-2010, 11:14 PM

I installed the SLP rear blackout, I believe it's more of a flat black then glossy. It was my first time and the job turned out ok. You will need to remove the emblem to install it and then cut two holes through it in order to place your bowtie back on. I chose not to install the two side pieces that go in-between the tail lights. I still have that option since I kept them in a safe place. Good luck.

autoguy · 07-23-2010, 01:58 AM

http://www.ridergraphix.com/2010_Cam..._Blackout.html

Camaro Freak · 07-23-2010, 03:24 AM

I went with #4. It works great and I can take it off when I want a different look. I usually put the black panel on for car shows. Here's mine..........

hisinc · 07-24-2010, 12:19 PM

Thanks everyone! Any more? These pics are great!

MattSS · 07-30-2010, 07:22 PM

I ordered the SLP blackout with the SS badges, but didn't find any instructions on how to apply the decal in the package.

Any chance someone could throw me a bone here? Novice only begins to describe me, but I managed to replace my stock grille with the heritage without breaking anything (either myself OR the car).

VenomZ302 · 07-30-2010, 09:24 PM

This one's mine using RiderGraphix's kit. If you want a bigger picture, let me know.

cajun2010 · 08-01-2010, 01:22 PM

Just ordered a vinyl for my SIM. I had the magnetic, but too many negative reviews of it messing up the paint,,,will post pics when i have installed.

Yellojacket · 08-01-2010, 06:16 PM

I went with the magnetic panel as well. I make sure to take it off after a rain and dry underneath before putting it back on. Here are before and after pics of mine

skuttduck · 08-01-2010, 07:42 PM

Number 4 for me.

Yes it works fine in the winter. When washing the car, take it off, and wipe with a microfiber to prevent scratches.

tjd24 · 08-02-2010, 12:44 PM

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Originally Posted by autoguy

http://www.ridergraphix.com/2010_Cam..._Blackout.html

+1 - I went with Brian's vinyl kit and looks great.

I stay away from the magnetics due to the upkeep of ensuring you don't get moisture behind them which will cause cloulding.

07-22-2010, 04:46 PM	#1
hisinc Drives: 2011 2LT RS IOM Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: MD Posts: 174	Rear Trunk Blackout Options Hi All: I want to black-out the area between the rear lights on the trunk area of an IOM, however, I have seen 5 different options for doing this. Just wondering which option everyone who has done this went with, and how it has worked out for you? ALso if there are pros/cons to each option. Interested in an easy install, cleanest look, cost effective, but something that won't damage the paint or anything in the long run. I will be keeping the bowtie as well. Options I've come across: 1) Vinyl Decal Kit 2) SLP Gloss Black Kit 3) GTS Rear Panel Cover (plastic I think) 4) Magnetic Panel 5) Permanent Paint (not really trying to go this route just yet) Input appreciated. THanks,

07-22-2010, 11:14 PM	#5
Silver2SSRS6spd Prefer to be blown! Drives: 2010 Silver/Black 2SS/RS Manual Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Nor-Cal Posts: 2,677 View My Garage	I installed the SLP rear blackout, I believe it's more of a flat black then glossy. It was my first time and the job turned out ok. You will need to remove the emblem to install it and then cut two holes through it in order to place your bowtie back on. I chose not to install the two side pieces that go in-between the tail lights. I still have that option since I kept them in a safe place. Good luck. Attached Images __________________ MagnaCharger TVS-2300 550rwhp 540 rwt and a radical suspension under the car. Last edited by Silver2SSRS6spd; 08-03-2010 at 12:56 AM.

07-23-2010, 03:24 AM	#7
Camaro Freak Drives: 2010 IOM 2LT 334HP Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: NC Posts: 1,586	I went with #4. It works great and I can take it off when I want a different look. I usually put the black panel on for car shows. Here's mine.......... Attached Images __________________

07-30-2010, 07:22 PM	#9
MattSS Drives: 2010 2SS/RS A6 CGM Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Central Illinois Posts: 103	SLP blackout instructions? I ordered the SLP blackout with the SS badges, but didn't find any instructions on how to apply the decal in the package. Any chance someone could throw me a bone here? Novice only begins to describe me, but I managed to replace my stock grille with the heritage without breaking anything (either myself OR the car).

07-30-2010, 09:24 PM	#10
VenomZ302 Live to Win, Dare to Fail Drives: 2010 Aqua Blue RS/SS M6 Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Charleston, SC Posts: 1,824 View My Garage	This one's mine using RiderGraphix's kit. If you want a bigger picture, let me know. __________________ 3/13/09 - Ordered Aqua Blue Metallic 2SS/RS M6! 7/13/09 - Built! 8/11/09 - Delivered! 2G1FT1EW2A9124579

07-22-2010, 04:48 PM	#2
2010 2-Tone Drives: 2010 RY 2SS with Custom Stripes Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Jennings, La. Posts: 2,220 View My Garage	I choose number 5.

07-22-2010, 11:00 PM	#4
boomskeet Drives: 2010 Camaro 1LT - Cyber Gray Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 216	4, had it for a few weeks, i love it....looks great

07-23-2010, 01:58 AM	#6
autoguy Drives: 10 SS,11 SS Pace, 13 ZL1 IOM Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Pennsylvania Posts: 1,733 View My Garage	http://www.ridergraphix.com/2010_Cam..._Blackout.html

07-24-2010, 12:19 PM	#8
hisinc Drives: 2011 2LT RS IOM Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: MD Posts: 174	Thanks everyone! Any more? These pics are great!

08-01-2010, 01:22 PM	#11
cajun2010 Drives: 2010 1LT/RS Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Youngsville, LA Posts: 923	Just ordered a vinyl for my SIM. I had the magnetic, but too many negative reviews of it messing up the paint,,,will post pics when i have installed. __________________ 2010 1LT/RS Eibachs, Doug Thorleys, Flowmasters, Stillen, hmm a few other things...

08-01-2010, 06:16 PM	#12
Yellojacket Drives: 2SS/RS Inferno Orange Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Columbia, MD Posts: 373	I went with the magnetic panel as well. I make sure to take it off after a rain and dry underneath before putting it back on. Here are before and after pics of mine Attached Images

08-01-2010, 07:42 PM	#13
skuttduck Drives: 2010 RJT 2LT Camaro Join Date: May 2009 Location: East Lansing, MI Posts: 2,530	Number 4 for me. Yes it works fine in the winter. When washing the car, take it off, and wipe with a microfiber to prevent scratches. __________________ Check out my Camaro http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=84133

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