[VA1963]

I like the look. I'd consider orange letters or stripes on my pending Area 51 color -- to play off the orange trim in the inside Maybe paint mirror caps orange as well. Might be a little too "Miami Dolphins" fanboy looking?

 

[Ed Thierbach]

I'd probably just get the Ford lettering: Maverick 2022 Black Platinum Tailgate Lettering

 

[fordfan]

I'd probably just get the Ford lettering: Maverick 2022 Black Platinum Tailgate Lettering

That's the way to go for me as well and you can't beat it coming from Ford.
Just probably won't pay $50 for Ford to install it.

 

[Smoky]

Probably just leave mine blue

 

[HackySack]

I'd probably just get the Ford lettering: Maverick 2022 Black Platinum Tailgate Lettering

Same here, I've never been one to trust stuff like this off ebay. Last thing I want is for them to start peeling off after one day of having them on.

 

[Jerseysteve68]

I almost opted for this when I placed my order until I realized it was decals. I do like the look, but I'd rather it be painted. I agree with the other poster that you don't need them peeling off.

 

[Supersonic]

Respectfully, the whole scenario looks cheap and risky.

 

[Chris McD]

I almost opted for this when I placed my order until I realized it was decals. I do like the look, but I'd rather it be painted. I agree with the other poster that you don't need them peeling off.

The letters from the dealer are actual metal pieces, supposedly stainless steel, so they're sturdier than decals. I've heard that the build quality is hit or miss though.

 

[Jerseysteve68]

The letters from the dealer are actual metal pieces, supposedly stainless steel, so they're sturdier than decals. I've heard that the build quality is hit or miss though.

Wasn't aware of the material, I'd be fearful that adhesive would crap out eventually.

 

[RHP]

I wouldn't worry about either version. The metal one uses 2 sided tape. The same tape that holds on the AWD badge etc. There have reports of the metal ones not being smooth from the plasma cutting process though. If the vinyl isn't a crappy quality it will last for many years. Good vinyl is rated for 7+ years. I doubt the blue for ovals will last that long. 🥴 I'm going to use 3m car wrap vinyl for my letters. I had it on my van for almost 4 years baking in the sun. It came off like butter leaving no residue.

 

[LongShot]

I ordered the ebay decals for $20. Cheap and low risk if you ask me. Installed myself in 10 mins and they look nice.

 

[Smoky]

I ordered the ebay decals for $20. Cheap and low risk if you ask me. Installed myself in 10 mins and they look nice. View attachment 2131

Nice job, sharp. So if they peel in a coupla years who cares? Just do it again

 

[fordfan]

I ordered the ebay decals for $20. Cheap and low risk if you ask me. Installed myself in 10 mins and they look nice. View attachment 2131

Well done. That looks good enough to be factory.
Are you planning to make any other aesthetic upgrades?

 

[Anton4]

Here's orange lettering on alto blue. Took me less than 10 minutes to apply.

 

[Smoky]

Yeah, that looks good! Ebay stickies?

 

[Anton4]

Yeah, that looks good! Ebay stickies?

Yes...$23.

 

[Smoky]

Yes...$23.

That orange might look good on mine. If/when it arrives. Wait, maybe the mirrored ones

 

[fordfan]

Here's orange lettering on alto blue. Took me less than 10 minutes to apply.


View attachment 2214

That works very well.
Now you have me wondering what it'll look like in some Raptor style blue!

 

[Livinthedream]

I like the look. I'd consider orange letters or stripes on my pending Area 51 color -- to play off the orange trim in the inside Maybe paint mirror caps orange as well. Might be a little too "Miami Dolphins" fanboy looking?

My first thought was bring the orange stripe from the seats to the outside.