My car originally had the trim held on by double-stick tape as well. The PO
had applied them I'm guessing well over ten years ago & they were still on
nice & tight.
In fact, the only reason I removed them is they weren't very
straight-looking when looking down the side of the car.
In removing them I simply used a putty knife to carefully separate the trim
pieces from the tape, I then used a hair dryer to heat up the tape as I
pulled it off the car. There was a little glue residue left over that wiped
right off with some "OOPs Multipurpose Remover".
Down the road I plan on reinstalling them & I'm sure I will use the same
method as there are no holes present for the clips- hopefully I'll get them
a little straighter though....
Rob
----- Original Message -----
From: "MSN" <w_pierzga@msn.com>
To: "'Steinman, Bill'" <wsteinman@pogolaw.com>; <tigers@autox.team.net>
Sent: Monday, May 14, 2007 1:37 PM
Subject: RE: Tiger side trim
> Bill:
>
> Over the years I have tended to shy away from the OEM style v-shaped metal
> clips used to hold the alpine and tiger lettering to the body. The
> principal
> reason is that these clips chip the paint surrounding the holes in which
> they are inserted, which over time leads to rust. I also use this method
> for
> the sunbeam lettering, which as you noted can be a pain in the butt to
> install (need to fit rubber washer, metal washer and spring clip in that
> order over the chrome part pin from the inside of the trunk and underside
> of
> the front cowling). Instead, I have been using automotive trim
> double-stick
> foam adhesive tape - you can pick it up at Pep Boys and most auto parts
> stores.
>
> I apply the tape to the chrome part, trim with an XACTO knife and, stick
> the
> chrome part to the body. This has worked well for me for 10 years or so.
> The
> trim stays in place and the tape is not noticeable. If you need to remove
> it
> you simply heat it (a hot sunny day is OK) and slowly pull the chrome
> piece
> off. Any remaining tape can be removed from the body by rubbing it with an
> alcohol soaked rag and can be scraped off the chrome piece using a knife.
>
> Another good aspect - a roll of tape sufficient to do multiple cars costs
> around $3.00.
>
> Best,
>
> Wayne
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