Product Description
Hummer H2 Upper Rocker Panel Trim, 4 Pieces, 6.5" Wide, Stainless, 2003-2009 (HV43018)
HV43018 is a four-piece upper rocker panel kit for the Hummer H2 4-door SUV, cut to a width of 6.5" and listed for model years 2003 through 2009. QAA describes its placement in one line: it "spans from the bottom of the molding DOWN to the specified width." That makes it a broad band of polished stainless steel starting at the lower edge of the body side molding and running 6.5" downward.
Reading the span note
An upper rocker kit takes the bottom of the existing side molding as its starting line. From there, the stainless extends down the panel by the listed width. So before you order, look at your H2's molding: it needs to be in place, since the trim's top edge follows it. If the molding is missing, damaged or has been replaced with something different, call us before buying, because the kit's position depends on it.
Material and build
Each piece is 26-gauge 304 stainless steel with a mirror polish, made in the USA. A 6.5" band is a lot of visible metal, and with stainless the shine is the steel itself, with no plating layer to wear. 26 gauge describes the sheet thickness, which stays slim against the panel.
Installing a wide panel
The kit uses 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape and installs directly over the existing surface, so you don't drill or remove the molding. QAA states the tape will hold for a lifetime without causing any damage to the surface of the vehicle.
Wide pieces need clean, flat contact, so preparation matters. Wash the lower body thoroughly; this area collects road spray. Wipe with rubbing alcohol and let it dry. Dry-fit each piece with the liner on, tucking the top edge up to the bottom of the molding as the note describes, and check that the four pieces line up. With wide trim it helps to peel the liner partway, set the top edge first, and then work downward, pressing out from the center to avoid trapping air. Finish with firm pressure across the whole face. The Installation tab covers temperature and cure time. All four rocker pieces are polished stainless.
Related H2 side trim
The H2 sheet also lists HV43025, a four-piece body molding insert kit noted "With "HUMMER" logo letters cut out," and HV43013, a four-piece door insert. HV43017 is an eight-piece top rail accent. Check each listing's photos to see how they relate to this rocker kit before combining them.
Fitment
One row: Hummer H2, 4-door SUV, 2003-2009, no trim restrictions. Check your year, and count the four pieces when the package arrives, before starting. Questions on fitting HV43018 go to 877-752-3811.
Care
Lower panels see the most dirt. Rinse often and wash with mild soap, then dry with a soft towel. Avoid abrasive pads, and be gentle with pressure washers near the edges.
H2 owners can ring 877-752-3811 about the rocker set HV43018; Specs carries the UPC.
HV43018 specifications
| Brand | QAA |
|---|---|
| Part number (MPN) | HV43018 |
| UPC | 691821507641 |
| Part type | Rocker Panel Trim, Upper Kit |
| Pieces in kit | 4 |
| Material | Polished 26-gauge 304 stainless steel |
| Finish | Polished to a mirror shine |
| Width | 6.5" |
| Coverage / notes | Spans from the bottom of the molding DOWN to the specified width |
| Mounting | 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape; installs directly over the existing surface |
| Origin | Made in the USA |
| Fits | 2003-2009 Hummer H2 |
Fitment: HV43018
| Vehicle | Years | Body style |
|---|---|---|
| Hummer H2 | 2003-2009 | 4-door, SUV |
Match the year, model, and body style in this table to your vehicle before ordering. Questions? Call Quality Automotive Trims at 877-752-3811 with your year, make, model, and body style.
Other QAA trim cataloged for the 2003-2009 Hummer H2
- HV43001: 8-piece Letter Insert Graphics
- HV43003: 2-piece Hood Handle Accent Trim
- HV43004: 8-piece Hood Latch Base Accent Trim
- HV43005: 1-piece License Plate Bezel
- HV43006: 10-piece Hood Accent Package
- HV43007: 5-piece Front Bumper Trim
- HV43008: 6-piece Front Bumper Trim
- HV43009: 7-piece Front Bumper Trim
Check the body style on each listing; some kits are specific to one body style.
Installation tips: Rocker Panel Trim, Upper Kit
- Unpack all 4 pieces and match each one to its position on the vehicle, using the product photos, before fitting any of them.
- Each piece mounts with 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape, so clean and dry the mounting surface first; the tape needs paint or trim free of dirt and wax.
- Align the piece and press it firmly into place directly over the existing surface, working along its full length so the tape bonds evenly.
- Fit one piece at a time and compare each with the product photos and the pieces already in place.
These are general tips. Follow any instructions packed with your kit if they differ.
FAQ: HV43018 Rocker Panel Trim, Upper Kit
How wide is HV43018?
6.5", spanning from the bottom of the molding down.
Which vehicle does it fit?
The 2003-2009 Hummer H2 4-door SUV.
Does my H2 need its side molding?
Yes. The trim starts at the bottom of the molding, so it needs to be in place.
How many pieces?
Four, in polished 26-gauge 304 stainless steel.
How does it install?
3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape over the existing surface. QAA states the tape will hold for a lifetime without causing any damage to the surface of the vehicle.
