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**nitrosport_5** · 04-04-2013, 10:51 PM

Im looking for any tips on installing the rear paint divider on a truck that was not originally equiped with the molding. id love to use the original type studs if possible. What are they called and where are they available? Thanks in advance.

Lee H · 04-05-2013, 12:30 AM

Most of the after market vendors have a kit for the divider trim. It consists of small screws and plastic clips. I installed the screws in the factory stud location, clipped the plastic clips over the screws, and then installed the trim (top on first then push down). Have never seen the studs in the after market.
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SS Tim · 04-05-2013, 12:52 AM

Don't think there is an easy way to do it. The factory repair was screws as are the kits available. We would mostly use pop rivets instead of screws when adding divider trim for a vinyl top.
Why would you want to go th the effort? Once the trim is in place they wont be seen. If you are worried about moisture intrusion then go with the pop rivets and use some sealant during installation.

cheyenne shortstep · 04-05-2013, 04:11 PM

Any body shop should have a stud welding gun and the attachment to weld the OG style studs, I have done this with missing window molding studs ( I have the gun and studs) upon the anal customer request. Way more work than it's worth, use the screw/pop rivet method and be done with it.

**nitrosport_5** · 04-05-2013, 04:24 PM

thanks for the response. I'll just pick up the kit with screws and save the trouble
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chevydog66 · 05-19-2013, 11:13 PM

My 72 GMC has 1 side rivets and 1 side screws. How do the plastic clips go on? Its been a while since I took it off. Forgot how they go on.

**leddzepp** · 05-20-2013, 12:21 AM

They go over the head of the stud, and slide and lock into place. The trim snaps onto them very easily and snug. Here is a pic of 2 OEM clips
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**nitrosport_5** · 05-20-2013, 02:23 AM

would you happen to know the size of the screws to use ? I bought the clips but need screws. I figure they have to be somthing available at an auto parts store or hardware store.
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chevydog66 · 05-20-2013, 08:36 AM

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Originally Posted by nitrosport_5

would you happen to know the size of the screws to use ? I bought the clips but need screws. I figure they have to be somthing available at an auto parts store or hardware store.
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Same here. Like I said 1 side of my cab has rivets the other doesn't.
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**LockDoc** · 05-20-2013, 09:57 AM

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Here is a thread where I was installing the clips & trim on my Red/White '71. It already had the studs on it though.

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=333478

LockDoc

Lee H · 05-20-2013, 10:34 AM

Here's a picture of the screw, I bought these from Mar-K.

chevydog66 · 05-20-2013, 12:51 PM

Ya. I finally found that. Thx.
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j carter · 10-07-2014, 05:06 PM

How many screws you need and what are the measurements

JointTech · 10-07-2014, 05:36 PM

my truck came with sheetmetal screws holding the trim on. custom touch. corvette option.

04-04-2013, 10:51 PM	#1
nitrosport_5 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: St. John, Washington Posts: 618	Rear Paint Divider Install Question Im looking for any tips on installing the rear paint divider on a truck that was not originally equiped with the molding. id love to use the original type studs if possible. What are they called and where are they available? Thanks in advance. __________________ "Rusty" 1972 K20 Cheyenne Super, 496, A/C, Tilt, Tach, Buckets, 4l80e/NP205, 4" Rancho Lift, 35" BFG AT "Ramp Truck" 1972 C30 Ramp Truck 350, Air Bags, Factory A/C. "1968" C10 Shortbed project

04-05-2013, 12:30 AM	#2
Lee H Registered User Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Upland Ca Posts: 4,147	Re: Rear Paint Divider Install Question Most of the after market vendors have a kit for the divider trim. It consists of small screws and plastic clips. I installed the screws in the factory stud location, clipped the plastic clips over the screws, and then installed the trim (top on first then push down). Have never seen the studs in the after market. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 1972 C10 SWB, Air, PS, PB, 350/350THM. Second owner. 1965 Corvette roadster, 44K miles, 327/365 SHP, 4 speed, side exhaust, knockoffs, teak, second owner (bought in 1970), Have ALL numbers matching components. My frame off restoration thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=556703

04-05-2013, 12:52 AM	#3
SS Tim Registered User Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Edwards, CA Posts: 7,503	Re: Rear Paint Divider Install Question Don't think there is an easy way to do it. The factory repair was screws as are the kits available. We would mostly use pop rivets instead of screws when adding divider trim for a vinyl top. Why would you want to go th the effort? Once the trim is in place they wont be seen. If you are worried about moisture intrusion then go with the pop rivets and use some sealant during installation. __________________ Thanks, Tim * VIN/Model Decoders * Power Team Charts (engine/transmission/gear ratio) * Post Your Pickup SPID Blazer SPID Suburban/Panel SPID * RTFM ... Read The Factory Manuals... download 'em here Highlanders Do you have a 1972 Plaid Pickup? Plaid Blazer ** Plaid Suburban

04-05-2013, 04:11 PM	#4
cheyenne shortstep Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Vista Ca. Posts: 2,405	Re: Rear Paint Divider Install Question Any body shop should have a stud welding gun and the attachment to weld the OG style studs, I have done this with missing window molding studs ( I have the gun and studs) upon the anal customer request. Way more work than it's worth, use the screw/pop rivet method and be done with it.

04-05-2013, 04:24 PM	#5
nitrosport_5 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: St. John, Washington Posts: 618	Re: Rear Paint Divider Install Question thanks for the response. I'll just pick up the kit with screws and save the trouble Posted via Mobile Device __________________ "Rusty" 1972 K20 Cheyenne Super, 496, A/C, Tilt, Tach, Buckets, 4l80e/NP205, 4" Rancho Lift, 35" BFG AT "Ramp Truck" 1972 C30 Ramp Truck 350, Air Bags, Factory A/C. "1968" C10 Shortbed project

05-19-2013, 11:13 PM	#6
chevydog66 GM ONLY BABY!!! Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Fort Wayne, IN. Posts: 1,998	Re: Rear Paint Divider Install Question My 72 GMC has 1 side rivets and 1 side screws. How do the plastic clips go on? Its been a while since I took it off. Forgot how they go on. __________________ 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

05-20-2013, 12:21 AM	#7
leddzepp Moderator Join Date: May 2007 Location: Southern Cal Posts: 20,031	Re: Rear Paint Divider Install Question They go over the head of the stud, and slide and lock into place. The trim snaps onto them very easily and snug. Here is a pic of 2 OEM clips Posted via Mobile Device Posted via Mobile Device Attached Images __________________ 1972 C/10 Cheyenne Super SWB. Restored, loaded, slammed. 1968 C/10 50th Anniversary LWB. Unrestored, stock, daily driver/work truck. RIP ElJay RIP 67ChevyRedneck RIP Grumpy Old Man RIP FleetsidePaul

05-20-2013, 02:23 AM	#8
nitrosport_5 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: St. John, Washington Posts: 618	Re: Rear Paint Divider Install Question would you happen to know the size of the screws to use ? I bought the clips but need screws. I figure they have to be somthing available at an auto parts store or hardware store. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ "Rusty" 1972 K20 Cheyenne Super, 496, A/C, Tilt, Tach, Buckets, 4l80e/NP205, 4" Rancho Lift, 35" BFG AT "Ramp Truck" 1972 C30 Ramp Truck 350, Air Bags, Factory A/C. "1968" C10 Shortbed project

05-20-2013, 09:57 AM	#10
LockDoc The Older Generation Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Montezuma, Iowa Posts: 25,771	Re: Rear Paint Divider Install Question - Here is a thread where I was installing the clips & trim on my Red/White '71. It already had the studs on it though. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=333478 LockDoc __________________ Leon Locksmith, Specializing In Antique Trucks, Automobiles, & Motorcycles (My Dually Pickup Project Thread) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=829820 -

05-20-2013, 10:34 AM	#11
Lee H Registered User Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Upland Ca Posts: 4,147	Re: Rear Paint Divider Install Question Here's a picture of the screw, I bought these from Mar-K. Attached Images __________________ 1972 C10 SWB, Air, PS, PB, 350/350THM. Second owner. 1965 Corvette roadster, 44K miles, 327/365 SHP, 4 speed, side exhaust, knockoffs, teak, second owner (bought in 1970), Have ALL numbers matching components. My frame off restoration thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=556703

05-20-2013, 12:51 PM	#12
chevydog66 GM ONLY BABY!!! Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Fort Wayne, IN. Posts: 1,998	Re: Rear Paint Divider Install Question Ya. I finally found that. Thx. 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

10-07-2014, 05:06 PM	#13
j carter Registered User Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Georgia Posts: 139	Re: Rear Paint Divider Install Question How many screws you need and what are the measurements

10-07-2014, 05:36 PM	#14
JointTech Registered User Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Mission Viejo, CA Posts: 1,856	Re: Rear Paint Divider Install Question my truck came with sheetmetal screws holding the trim on. custom touch. corvette option. __________________ 72 C20 Long Bed SB350 TH400 14 bolt rear end Extremely boring build thread

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