Understanding SuperCruise Compatibility with Gatorback Mud Flaps on Chevrolet Trucks
When upgrading your Chevrolet truck with Gatorback premium mud flaps, it’s important to understand how certain factory-installed components can affect both the fitment and final appearance of your installation. One specific configuration that requires extra attention is found on vehicles equipped with GM’s SuperCruise system.
SuperCruise is General Motors’ hands-free driver assistance technology that allows the vehicle to steer and maintain speed on specially mapped highways without driver input. It uses a combination of cameras, sensors, GPS, and LiDAR-based map data to monitor road conditions and keep the truck centered in its lane. While this advanced system enhances driving convenience, it also slightly changes the way the factory rear wheel area is designed.
On SuperCruise-equipped trucks, the factory rear mud protector—a molded plastic piece behind the rear wheels—has a unique contour. This molded piece extends farther down the fender and partially overlaps the area where the Gatorback stainless steel plate and logo would normally sit. As a result, the flap can appear crooked or uneven once installed, even though it’s mounted correctly. This overlap takes away from the clean, symmetrical look Gatorback flaps are known for and can make the installation appear misaligned.
Fortunately, there’s an easy solution. By replacing the larger molded protector with the smaller pickup box paint protector, you can achieve a perfect fit and a clean, professional finish. This smaller protector maintains the paint protection you need for your truck’s rear fenders while allowing the Gatorback mud flaps to sit flush and display their logo properly.
These smaller paint protectors are available right here on our site or can be purchased through GM Accessories. Installing them ensures your truck not only gains superior protection from mud, rocks, and debris but also retains its sharp, factory-quality appearance.
It’s also worth noting that simply removing the factory molded piece without replacing it will leave four visible holes in the fender on each side—where the original fasteners were located. The smaller paint protector fills these mounting points properly, maintaining both function and aesthetics.
Cutting Required: No
Configuration: One Piece
By making this small adjustment, you’ll ensure your Chevrolet truck looks its best while enjoying the rugged durability and premium finish of Gatorback mud flaps—providing the protection you expect without compromising style.
GM Part Number: Rear Box Paint Protection-84621831 & 84621832
