Skull Pistons Tailgate Decal Set for Pickup Trucks

Description

A skull-and-piston graphic decal set cut from cast vinyl, made for pickup truck owners who want a custom look on their tailgate. Available in widths from 12 to 48 inches.

Skull Pistons Tailgate Decal Built for Pickup Trucks

This tailgate decal set features a detailed skull-and-piston graphic designed to give your pickup a custom garage-built look without the cost of a paint job. Each set is cut from cast vinyl, so the decal conforms to the panel and holds crisp detail around the skull, flames, and piston artwork. Choose a width from 12 to 48 inches to fit everything from a compact truck bed to a full-size tailgate. Whether you are dressing up a work truck or finishing off a weekend show build, this graphic adds attitude in a single afternoon. Apply it dry or with a light mist of soapy water, squeegee it flat, and peel the carrier sheet away for a clean, painted-on appearance.

Choose Your Finish: Matte, Gloss, Clear or Static Cling

Every skull pistons set is printed in your choice of four finishes. Matte gives the artwork a low-key, airbrushed-on look that blends into flat or matte paint. Gloss adds depth and shine that stands out against factory paint. Clear decal material lets the graphic sit on the paint with the background reading as your truck's own color, great for two-tone effects. Static cling offers a non-adhesive option that holds to smooth glass or glossy panels and can be repositioned or removed at any time, ideal for leased trucks or temporary displays. All four options use the same artwork files, so the design detail stays consistent no matter which finish you pick for your build.

Sizing Guide from 12 to 48 Inches Wide

Measure the flat area of your tailgate between the handle, badges, and tail lamps before ordering. The 12 and 18 inch widths work well on smaller panels, toolboxes, or windows. The 24 and 30 inch sizes fit midsize trucks and can be centered above or below the tailgate handle. The 36, 42, and 48 inch widths are cut for full-size tailgates and can be trimmed during installation if you need to work around a handle or camera. Each set includes both left and right pieces so the design can be mirrored across the tailgate, or you can run a single piece on each side of a center emblem. When in doubt, size up and trim to fit.

Installation and Care Tips

Install on a clean, dry surface when the temperature is moderate and the truck has been out of direct sun for a while. Wash and dry the tailgate, then wipe the application area with isopropyl alcohol to remove wax and residue. Peel the decal from its backing, position it, and use a felt-edge squeegee from the center outward to press out air. For larger sizes, a friend holding one edge helps keep the graphic from folding onto itself. After application, avoid pressure washing directly at the edges and skip automated brush washes for the first few days. With normal hand washing and care, the vinyl stays looking like part of the truck rather than a sticker stuck on top of it.

What you get

• Skull-and-piston graphic set cut from cast vinyl
• Available in 12, 18, 24, 30, 36, 42 and 48 inch widths
• Four finish options: matte, gloss, clear or static cling
• Includes left and right mirrored pieces for tailgate placement
• Can be trimmed during install to fit around handles and cameras
• Printed and cut in our US shop
• Static cling version removes clean with no adhesive residue

Specifications

Frequently asked questions

Will this decal fit my full-size truck tailgate?

Measure the flat area between your tailgate handle, badges and tail lamps, then compare it to our width options. The 36 to 48 inch sizes are cut for full-size trucks, and the vinyl can be trimmed during installation to work around a handle or backup camera.

Which finish should I choose?

Gloss is the most popular choice for a bold, painted-on look. Matte blends in with flat or matte paint for a subtler style. Clear lets your truck's own color show through the background of the graphic. Static cling is removable and repositionable, best for glass or leased vehicles.

Can I remove the decal later?

Yes. Warm the decal with a hair dryer or leave the truck in the sun, then peel slowly from one corner. Any remaining adhesive can be cleaned off with isopropyl alcohol. The static cling version peels off with no residue at all.