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69 COPO · 01-29-2009, 09:28 PM

I have some trim I'm installing on my pickup. The plastic molding clip does not want to go into the trim ends very well, and when I get it in the trim it sticks out, it's not flush. Any tips for installation. And adhesive tape is not sticky either. Thanks

HuggerCST · 01-30-2009, 12:02 AM

I've heard about people having that problem and I think the best solution is to use the metal clips like the originals. That's what I plan to do anyway.

**1970cstblazer** · 01-30-2009, 09:03 AM

At least on a '72, the plastic adhesive clips are original. They are all a PITA to install. I reused the original clips on my '72 by buying 3M double stick auto tape and applying the tape to where the original tape was. The repro clips are not very good.

**GSFMECH** · 01-30-2009, 09:32 AM

I used NOS trim on a truck I did in the 90's and the plastic clips that came with it were not quite the same as the originals. It made the trim stand away from the body. I wound up taking my original plastic clips and reusing them as well. It was worse on the upper trim than the lower.

Andy4639 · 01-30-2009, 10:22 AM

After painting my truck for the 3rd time since I have owned it I went trimless. I didn't like any of the trim because it all stuck out. I ordered a box of small & large clips that didn't help much but was better than the glue on ones. Nothing I tried helped.

69 COPO · 01-30-2009, 11:06 AM

I might use the original plastic clips with new tape. The original clips are a little thinner than the new NOS ones I got with the trim, they sit flush with the trim. I don't like the molding sticking out away from the body. Thanks

01-29-2009, 09:28 PM	#1
69 COPO Registered User Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: S.E. South Dakota Posts: 161	NOS Woodgrain Trim I have some trim I'm installing on my pickup. The plastic molding clip does not want to go into the trim ends very well, and when I get it in the trim it sticks out, it's not flush. Any tips for installation. And adhesive tape is not sticky either. Thanks

01-30-2009, 12:02 AM	#2
HuggerCST Registered User Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: North Louisiana Posts: 4,501	Re: NOS Woodgrain Trim I've heard about people having that problem and I think the best solution is to use the metal clips like the originals. That's what I plan to do anyway. __________________ Wynne 70 CST short fleet Hugger orange & white, 350/350, ps, pb, air, tilt, tach/vac/speedwarning, original buckets, AM/FM, oak bed floor, shoulder belts, 3.5"/5.5" drop, 20" American Racing VN425s. Build thread 53 Chevy shortbed 69 Camaro Click here to subscribe Chevy GMC International Truck Club Louisiana Charter Member http://www.louisianaclassictruckclub.com

01-30-2009, 09:03 AM	#3
1970cstblazer All stock and staying that way Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Elkland, PA Posts: 1,413	Re: NOS Woodgrain Trim At least on a '72, the plastic adhesive clips are original. They are all a PITA to install. I reused the original clips on my '72 by buying 3M double stick auto tape and applying the tape to where the original tape was. The repro clips are not very good. __________________ 1970 K/5 Blazer CST 4WD, Bronze, 93k ACT. miles, 350, 4 speed, positraction, 16.5" x 8.25" wheel option, tilt, tach, vacuum, AM/FM, manual throttle...Dad ordered and purchased new 4/70. Currently frame off restoration in progress... 1972 Cheyenne Super 20 2WD, DK Blue/White, 90K ACT. miles, 402, TH400, 4.10 open, tilt, tach, vacuum, A/C, AM/FM, manual throttle.. A mostly original paint never rusted Texas survivor... 2017 Sierra 1500 SLT 4WD, Black, 41k miles, 5.3, 6L80E, 3.42 LS, 20" polished wheels, everything but moonroof and 6.2... 2019 Canyon SLT 4WD, White, 60k miles, 3.6, 8L45, 3.23 LS, 18" wheels

01-30-2009, 09:32 AM	#4
GSFMECH On the road Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: NATCHITOCHES LOUISIANA Posts: 810	Re: NOS Woodgrain Trim I used NOS trim on a truck I did in the 90's and the plastic clips that came with it were not quite the same as the originals. It made the trim stand away from the body. I wound up taking my original plastic clips and reusing them as well. It was worse on the upper trim than the lower. __________________ Mike Castro- 72 SWB. Ochre and White. 496/400 turbo, GV OD ,Dakota Digital dash , tilt, Vintage Air, PS, hydro boost, factory buckets, console, QA-1 Coil over suspension, 20/20"Billet Specialties Magnetos 72 SWB. Med blue. 454/400 turbo, tach, tilt, Stock AC, PS,PDB, factory buckets, console, ECE 4/6 drop w/ 2" blocks and C-notch, 20/20"Coys- Crashed and destroyed by drunk driver Sept 2019. New 72 build in the works. My new build thread "Castro" https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=820934 My old build thread, the blue truck http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=271489 www.louisianaclassictruckclub.com

01-30-2009, 10:22 AM	#5
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,936	Re: NOS Woodgrain Trim After painting my truck for the 3rd time since I have owned it I went trimless. I didn't like any of the trim because it all stuck out. I ordered a box of small & large clips that didn't help much but was better than the glue on ones. Nothing I tried helped. __________________ 1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs.

01-30-2009, 11:06 AM	#6
69 COPO Registered User Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: S.E. South Dakota Posts: 161	Re: NOS Woodgrain Trim I might use the original plastic clips with new tape. The original clips are a little thinner than the new NOS ones I got with the trim, they sit flush with the trim. I don't like the molding sticking out away from the body. Thanks



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