Removed the Black overlay on the B-C Pillars

Mdmac · Dec 31, 2025

Hello, well I did it today. I removed the Black Overlays between the B & C Pillars today and I like the look. I saw something awhile back about the pillars being painted factory color so I said why not. It was a little work getting it all removed and I used a heat gun. Just a little cleaning and some ceramic wax and it looks great.

I like the factory color better than the black in my opinion. What's everyone's opinion?

Thanks and so glad I joined the Maverick Truck Club. Alot of great ideas and wonderful people on here. Before & After - 2023 Oxford White XLT 2.0 Ecoboost

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MightyMaverick · Dec 31, 2025

It actually looks better that way. There's already enough black contrast so having more paint is welcomed.

Pointyears · Dec 31, 2025

Is that a legal front tint for Kansas?

BoxxerDad@50 · Jan 1, 2026

Mdmac said:
Hello,well I did it today. I removed the Black Overlays between the B & C Pillars today and I like the look. I saw something awhile back about the pillars being painted factory color so I said why not. It was a little work getting it all removed and I used a heat gun. Just a little cleaning and some ceramic wax and it looks great. I like the factory color better than the Black in my opinion. What's everyone's opinion? Thanks and so glad I joined the Maverick Truck Club. Alot of great ideas and wonderful people on here. Before & After - 2023 Oxford White XLT 2.0 Ecoboost

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What exactly did you have to do to remove it all

Mdmac · Jan 1, 2026

Pointyears said:
Is that a legal front tint for Kansas?

Yes sir, dealership installed it. No issues

Mdmac · Jan 1, 2026

BoxxerDad@50 said:
What exactly did you have to do to remove it all

I just used a Heat Gun on LOW SETTING and slowly peeled it off. There is 1 small bolt holding the gun Window Flock on that I removed to make it easier to get out from behind it. Was a pretty easy and straightforward job

Klay · Jan 1, 2026

I think it's odd to undo what professional designers have given a considerable amount of time and thought to. The pillars are black to unify the windows and create a single horizontal element that suggests movement. Taking the black away creates a vertical "stop," and what was once a single element becomes two, adding clutter to a wonderfully clean design.

I admit I was very aggravated when they added the hood stripes to the BAP after I had placed my order. I was ready to take them off as soon as I got it, but after living with them, I appreciate how they (and the black roof) differentiate the BAP from the regular trim. It doesn't hurt that having racing stripes on my car makes me feel 16 again, either!

scott1070 · Jan 1, 2026

Not a fan of the white pillars. But it’s your truck, and if you like it, that’s all that counts.

catrikejoe · Jan 1, 2026

Oddly enough I didn't like the bare painted look on XL models and recently added that black vinyl.

icegradner · Jan 1, 2026

Klay said:
I think it's odd to undo what professional designers have given a considerable amount of time and thought to.

For MY25 it's how the XL ships from the factory, it's just for show. All is does is show dirt from your hands. Will I take it off my truck? No. Would I add it if it wasn't there? No. :wink:

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Backin15 · Jan 1, 2026

Thanks for sharing, I see why you did it, but I personally prefer the black. I do like the amber reflectors in the fender vents, do they light up, and did you make them yourself?

Cancunbadlands · Jan 1, 2026

Mdmac said:
Hello, well I did it today. I removed the Black Overlays between the B & C Pillars today and I like the look. I saw something awhile back about the pillars being painted factory color so I said why not. It was a little work getting it all removed and I used a heat gun. Just a little cleaning and some ceramic wax and it looks great.

I like the factory color better than the black in my opinion. What's everyone's opinion?

Thanks and so glad I joined the Maverick Truck Club. Alot of great ideas and wonderful people on here. Before & After - 2023 Oxford White XLT 2.0 Ecoboost

What brand of mud flaps did you got? (Mabett wheel fender flares???)

Malort · Jan 1, 2026

I honestly don't think it makes much difference, looks great either way.....

LSchicago · Jan 2, 2026

2025-26 XL's come body color there from the factory. They do get finger prints though.

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Dad · Jan 2, 2026

Here's a thought. The back gives the appearance of uninterrupted window front to back. I honestly like that look better, but if you're happy with your modification, that's all that matters. That you shared this will no doubt inspire others who like the look.

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