71 Tailgate Band Refurb Question
 

Hi, I have a 71 C10 Cheyenne with the wood trim on the sides and tail gate band. The wood grain vinyl tape is long gone so I purchased new tape. I pulled the tail gate band off to remove the chevrolet letters and see they are riveted on. I was thinking remove the letters, apply the tape and remount them. I can drill or grind off the rivet head but then how do you reattach the letters? Any help from someone who has done this before would be greatly appreciated.

Re: 71 Tailgate Band Refurb Question
 

See if these threads help you any..

https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=731941

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=257195
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Re: 71 Tailgate Band Refurb Question
 

Thanks for the links, looks like adhesive or jb weld is the answer.

Re: 71 Tailgate Band Refurb Question
 

No problem.

I think either would work. I would probably lean towards the JB Weld myself. Just make sure the letters are tight against the face of the band while it is drying.