Cognito Enhancement Plate Kit for SM Series Compression Struts | 2019-2025 Silverado/Sierra 1500

The Obsidian Vision

The Cognito SM Series Compression Struts are a precision suspension component — and the Enhancement Plate Kit is the finishing detail that makes them unmistakably yours. Four 1/16-inch stainless steel plates, delivered raw brushed and ready to be finished in any direction: left as-is for a clean industrial look, polished to a mirror finish, powder coated to match your build's color scheme, or chrome plated for maximum visual impact. Installation requires nothing more than the included 18-foot roll of 3M VHB 5925 double-sided trim and molding tape — the same industrial-grade adhesive used in automotive OEM trim applications — making this a sub-30-minute personalization upgrade that transforms the appearance of your Cognito compression struts without any drilling, welding, or permanent modification. Made in the USA, designed specifically for the Cognito SM Series Compression Struts in the 8-Inch Performance Lift Kit (210-P1150) for 2019–2025 Silverado/Sierra 1500.

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Every order is manually reviewed by our technicians to ensure 100% compatibility with your build before we ship.

Engineering Breakdown

• Personalizes the Cognito SM Series Compression Struts with four 1/16-inch stainless steel enhancement plates that can be finished in any desired fashion — raw brushed, polished, chrome plated, powder coated, or painted — allowing the owner to match the strut appearance to their build's aesthetic without modifying the structural component itself.
• Installs without drilling, welding, or permanent modification via an 18-foot roll of 3M VHB 5925 double-sided trim and molding tape, which provides the industrial-grade adhesive bond required to retain the plates securely against the compression strut surface through the vibration, temperature cycling, and road exposure of normal vehicle operation.
• Completes the visual presentation of a Cognito SM Series lift kit build by adding a finished, customizable detail to the compression struts that are visible through the wheel well — the component that signals to anyone looking that this suspension system was built with intention, not assembled from a parts list.

The plates are manufactured from 1/16-inch stainless steel in a raw brushed finish — a neutral starting point that accepts any finishing process without pre-treatment. Stainless steel's corrosion resistance ensures the plates maintain their appearance through road salt, moisture, and the thermal cycling of the front suspension environment regardless of the finish applied. The 3M VHB 5925 tape included in the kit is a high-strength acrylic foam adhesive rated for automotive exterior trim applications — the same adhesive category used by OEM manufacturers for body side moldings and trim panels. The 18-foot roll provides sufficient tape for all four plates with material remaining for repositioning during installation. All components are manufactured in the USA.

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Verified Fitment (OFAS Standard)

✅ CONFIRMED:
Cognito SM Series Compression Struts as included in Cognito 8-Inch Performance Lift Kit 210-P1150 for 2019–2025 GMC Sierra 1500 and 2019–2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 2WD/4WD, including AT4, AT4X, Trail Boss, and ZR2 variants.

❌ REQUIREMENTS:
Requires existing Cognito SM Series Compression Strut installation (lift kit 210-P1150) — these plates are dimensioned specifically for the SM Series Compression Strut profile and are not compatible with other strut designs or other Cognito lift kit compression strut variants.
Verify your specific lift kit part number is 210-P1150 before ordering — other Cognito lift kits may use compression struts with different profiles that are not compatible with this plate kit.
Surface preparation: clean the compression strut surface with isopropyl alcohol before applying the 3M VHB tape to ensure maximum adhesive bond strength. Allow the adhesive to cure for 24 hours before exposing the plates to water or off-road conditions.

Installation & Technical Notes

Estimated Install Time: Under 30 minutes with basic hand tools and isopropyl alcohol for surface prep
Surface Prep: Clean the compression strut surface thoroughly with isopropyl alcohol and allow to dry completely before applying the 3M VHB tape. Any oil, grease, or road film on the surface will reduce adhesive bond strength.
Tape Application: Apply the 3M VHB 5925 tape to the back of each plate before positioning — do not apply tape to the strut surface first, as repositioning after tape contact will reduce bond strength. Position each plate carefully before pressing firmly for full contact.
Cure Time: Allow 24 hours of cure time before washing the vehicle or exposing the plates to sustained water or off-road conditions. Full VHB bond strength is achieved after 72 hours at room temperature.
Finishing: If powder coating or chrome plating the plates, have the finishing work completed before installation. If painting, apply primer and topcoat before installation and allow full cure before applying the VHB tape.

Wheel & Tire Fitment

This is a cosmetic enhancement kit — wheel and tire fitment is determined by the Cognito 210-P1150 lift kit already installed on the vehicle. Refer to the lift kit's fitment documentation for tire size, wheel backspacing, and offset specifications applicable to your platform and lift height.

Our team is standing by to verify your specific lift kit part number and confirm 110-91172 is the correct enhancement plate kit for your SM Series Compression Struts. Purchase with confidence; we review every build.