Push in or Adhesive type trim / molding clip set ??? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

chevydog66 · 09-24-2012, 10:53 PM

Getting ready to purchase all new upper and lower trim for 72 GMC which is currently in the process of getting painted. My question is Classic Parts sells 2 different types of clip sets, push in or adhesive style. Which do you prefer and why?

**jocko** · 09-24-2012, 11:24 PM

i like push in - I think the adhesive leaves the trim standing a little bit proud of the surface - i.e. not all the way against the body. Might just have been the few i've seen, not sure if others have had better experience with the stick on. Plus, if ya gotta take it off for any reason it'll probably jack up the paint.

Original72 · 09-24-2012, 11:29 PM

The previuos owner used the adhesive type on my truck and it does'nt stick completely to the truck. It has gaps here and there. Push in is the way to go. Be sure that holes get drilled first then painted. So there won't be any rust issues after a few years.

**special-K** · 09-25-2012, 06:40 AM

Factory design worked and still does.

**WIDESIDE72** · 09-25-2012, 08:28 PM

Every truck that I have parted that had the stick on tabs also had the trim held on with wood screws. That should tell you something.

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**screaminchevypickup** · 09-25-2012, 06:46 AM

I have push in and the sticky clips on my truck and the adhesive clips work great!! It's all about how it's put on.. Factory used both styles also.
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custom1970 · 09-25-2012, 10:33 AM

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Originally Posted by jocko

i like push in - I think the adhesive leaves the trim standing a little bit proud of the surface - i.e. not all the way against the body. Might just have been the few i've seen, not sure if others have had better experience with the stick on. Plus, if ya gotta take it off for any reason it'll probably jack up the paint.

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Originally Posted by Original72

The previuos owner used the adhesive type on my truck and it does'nt stick completely to the truck. It has gaps here and there. Push in is the way to go. Be sure that holes get drilled first then painted. So there won't be any rust issues after a few years.

X2 on both of these, I had both on my truck, been slowly switching out the stick-on ones to push-in. Just always a little nerve racking when drilling around finished paint. I always tape the area and drill through the tape. If your truck has the factory holes already in the metal remind the body shop to to leave them. Takes a fair amount of measuring when you have to re-drill them.

chevydog66 · 09-25-2012, 02:37 PM

Ya I still have original holes in the original metal. I made sure I didn't mud over any holes. I pretty much had my mind set on push in style , now I know I will do push in style. Thanks for the input.
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Coley · 09-25-2012, 03:31 PM

I'm definitely in agreement with the push in. If you need and 'go' adhesive in a few places make sure you get a very low profile adhesive...ideally from a body shop supply place or equivalent. Get good quality stuff and not hardware stuff.
I feel fortunate I came across about 1-2 full sets of original GM body push-in moldings years ago, uppers and lowers, miscellaneous backs, etc, etc...I don't even remember where I got them. Regardless, its nice to have a few boxes and bags of them laying around just in case.

Good luck
Coley

original-71 · 09-25-2012, 07:34 PM

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Originally Posted by chevydog66

Ya I still have original holes in the original metal. I made sure I didn't mud over any holes. I pretty much had my mind set on push in style , now I know I will do push in style. Thanks for the input.
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good choice

**DeadheadNM** · 09-25-2012, 08:46 PM

The adhesive clips I got for my lower trim had double stick tape much thicker than OEM and the result is the trim stands out from the body with a noticeable gap between sheetmetal and trim. I would avoid the adhesive trim for the lowers if possible and am not using this style on my current build.

Hubscrub · 09-25-2012, 09:51 PM

i plan to try to reuse some of my factory stick on clips. I'm gonna try automotive emblem tape super strong stuff and thin.

snacks · 09-25-2012, 09:57 PM

can u buy moulding for a truck that didnt have it and just use adhesive to attach it

custom1970 · 09-25-2012, 10:07 PM

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Originally Posted by snacks

can u buy moulding for a truck that didnt have it and just use adhesive to attach it

Yes, have to have the clips with the adhesive tape on it.
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oklalawnboy · 09-26-2012, 12:07 AM

Bought a complete set of moldings from Mar-K in Oklahoma city. They came with the factory clips,some adhesive and some push in/studs just like they came on thee truck. They fit and look fantastic. I think they cost just over a grand for top and bottom w/woodgrain.

chevydog66 · 09-26-2012, 07:38 PM

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Originally Posted by oklalawnboy

Bought a complete set of moldings from Mar-K in Oklahoma city. They came with the factory clips,some adhesive and some push in/studs just like they came on thee truck. They fit and look fantastic. I think they cost just over a grand for top and bottom w/woodgrain.

Wow. www.classicparts.com has complete trim upper and lower for $700.
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09-24-2012, 10:53 PM	#1
chevydog66 GM ONLY BABY!!! Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Fort Wayne, IN. Posts: 1,998	Push in or Adhesive type trim / molding clip set ??? Getting ready to purchase all new upper and lower trim for 72 GMC which is currently in the process of getting painted. My question is Classic Parts sells 2 different types of clip sets, push in or adhesive style. Which do you prefer and why? __________________ 2 wrongs don't make a right, but 3 lefts do. 66 Chevelle Malibu 406ci, 573hp, 10.99@121mph 96 Chevy Silverado Z71 72 GMC 1500 Super Custom LS 6.0/4L65 on airride http://www.cardomain.com/ride/707879...mc-c-k-pick-up

09-24-2012, 11:24 PM	#2
jocko Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Godley, TX Posts: 17,962	Re: Push in or Adhesive type trim / molding clip set ??? i like push in - I think the adhesive leaves the trim standing a little bit proud of the surface - i.e. not all the way against the body. Might just have been the few i've seen, not sure if others have had better experience with the stick on. Plus, if ya gotta take it off for any reason it'll probably jack up the paint.

09-24-2012, 11:29 PM	#3
Original72 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Hou TX Posts: 47	Re: Push in or Adhesive type trim / molding clip set ??? The previuos owner used the adhesive type on my truck and it does'nt stick completely to the truck. It has gaps here and there. Push in is the way to go. Be sure that holes get drilled first then painted. So there won't be any rust issues after a few years.

09-25-2012, 06:40 AM	#4
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09-25-2012, 08:28 PM	#5
WIDESIDE72 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Cedar Park, Texas Posts: 7,496	Re: Push in or Adhesive type trim / molding clip set ??? Every truck that I have parted that had the stick on tabs also had the trim held on with wood screws. That should tell you something. Posted via Mobile Device

09-25-2012, 06:46 AM	#6
screaminchevypickup Laid Back Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: mcloud ok Posts: 2,658	Re: Push in or Adhesive type trim / molding clip set ??? I have push in and the sticky clips on my truck and the adhesive clips work great!! It's all about how it's put on.. Factory used both styles also. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 72 chevy swb Direct dealers for.. Vintage Air, Porterbuilt, Billet Specialties,Budnik wheels ,eddie motorsports, raceline wheels, intro wheels, Dakota Digital, precision, unisteer, Trimparts, and many many more... Laid Back Recreations.. Full restoration shop and full paint and body.. Kyle http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=574629

09-25-2012, 02:37 PM	#8
chevydog66 GM ONLY BABY!!! Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Fort Wayne, IN. Posts: 1,998	Re: Push in or Adhesive type trim / molding clip set ??? Ya I still have original holes in the original metal. I made sure I didn't mud over any holes. I pretty much had my mind set on push in style , now I know I will do push in style. Thanks for the input. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 2 wrongs don't make a right, but 3 lefts do. 66 Chevelle Malibu 406ci, 573hp, 10.99@121mph 96 Chevy Silverado Z71 72 GMC 1500 Super Custom LS 6.0/4L65 on airride http://www.cardomain.com/ride/707879...mc-c-k-pick-up

09-25-2012, 03:31 PM	#9
Coley Registered User Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Victoria, B.C Posts: 3,794	Re: Push in or Adhesive type trim / molding clip set ??? I'm definitely in agreement with the push in. If you need and 'go' adhesive in a few places make sure you get a very low profile adhesive...ideally from a body shop supply place or equivalent. Get good quality stuff and not hardware stuff. I feel fortunate I came across about 1-2 full sets of original GM body push-in moldings years ago, uppers and lowers, miscellaneous backs, etc, etc...I don't even remember where I got them. Regardless, its nice to have a few boxes and bags of them laying around just in case. Good luck Coley __________________ ....for some men, there is experience, skill and effort....for the others...there is visa and UPS LOL 1966 Chevy 1/2 ton (Florida- Red/white) 1972 Chevy 1/2 ton (California- Blue/white) 2005 Chevy Silverado HD2500/Duramax 2000 Dodge Ram 1500

09-25-2012, 08:46 PM	#11
DeadheadNM Carpe manana Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Eau Claire, WI Posts: 12,364	Re: Push in or Adhesive type trim / molding clip set ??? The adhesive clips I got for my lower trim had double stick tape much thicker than OEM and the result is the trim stands out from the body with a noticeable gap between sheetmetal and trim. I would avoid the adhesive trim for the lowers if possible and am not using this style on my current build. __________________ 1972 K5 CST Highlander Blazer: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=708547 1972 K20 Cheyenne Super: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=528308 Members met: ORANGBLAZ, 2003 silverado, MikeCofield, BB72CHEVKT, Duncan&Son, Sameyrasmea72, THENEWMEXICAN, HotRod C/10, brianthelion02, Sport/Truck, ryanroo, michael bustamante, Dirt's72, Already Gone, WestButteTruck, 57taskforce, Moreyel, painterljp, AASmedic, SoCoC10, Lumaestas, carbuff382, Chevyland

09-25-2012, 09:51 PM	#12
Hubscrub Cruzin Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: on the road Posts: 2,835	Re: Push in or Adhesive type trim / molding clip set ??? i plan to try to reuse some of my factory stick on clips. I'm gonna try automotive emblem tape super strong stuff and thin. __________________ Lime Wife's 67https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=...wZEMODaS2d94u8 Back to the Fifties 59 https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=...NAeStpydfrcj_U Proverbs 3:5,6 "Thanks to the Interstate Highway System, it is now possible to travel across the country from coast to coast without seeing anything."Charles Kuralt In memory of our first baby daughter, daddy and mommy love you. Danica Grace 6/26/14

09-25-2012, 09:57 PM	#13
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09-26-2012, 12:07 AM	#15
oklalawnboy Registered User Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Glencoe Alabama Posts: 510	Re: Push in or Adhesive type trim / molding clip set ??? Bought a complete set of moldings from Mar-K in Oklahoma city. They came with the factory clips,some adhesive and some push in/studs just like they came on thee truck. They fit and look fantastic. I think they cost just over a grand for top and bottom w/woodgrain. __________________ 72 Cheyenne super 10 08 3500 HD 4dr dually 12 ford flex (wifes ride) 76 Monte Carlo 83 Chevy short wide Silverado 96 Mazda Miata, 2000 Allegro Bus



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