Trim: Adhesive vs. Clip/screw - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

super_kev · 04-15-2004, 12:26 AM

I have the option of getting two type of mounting kits for the trim on my '70 K5. The first is the standard clip on and screw type mounting set, and the second is the adhesive type mounting set. The adhesive is $15 cheaper. I'm restoring this blazer, so it's not going to be seeing any insane offroading, just occasional forest service roads. I think most cars today come with the standard screw/clip on, but what are the pros and cons of each, and what would you get?

**71blksuper4x4** · 04-15-2004, 01:11 AM

We used about half of each on my truck when we put it back together. When I get around to redoing it again this summer... I will go the extra mile and replace all the adhesive clips with the bolt/clip on ones... They definately snug the fit of the trim to the body... while the adhesive ones... leave a gap between the trim and the body... they adhesive ones seem to make the trim... seem loose. Half my trim is NOS so I definately will go with the original clips... Bad side to the original... possible rust holes where they clip in... but good side if protected ... I would recommend the bolt on... you won't regret it. TREVOR

super_kev · 04-15-2004, 01:14 AM

Ok good, that's what I was leaning towards doing (original.)

BobbyK · 04-15-2004, 04:51 AM

I used 3m's trim adhesive tape on all my trim.
Sticky stuff.
Here's some pic's.

Here I havn't taken off the red backing.

Closeup of the tape.

The trim is still holding strong 8 months later.

super_kev · 04-15-2004, 10:36 AM

Has anybody else used the 3M stuff?

barn9 · 04-15-2004, 10:50 AM

I did. Been on over 3 years, no problems. One other good thing about adhesive, it doesn't rattle!

Mike Culpepper · 04-15-2004, 03:01 PM

With the 3-M stuff, how far away from the body does the trim sit? It looks pretty thin in the pics, but wasn't sure.

BobbyK · 04-15-2004, 07:57 PM

A 1/16th...if that.

Mike Culpepper · 04-15-2004, 08:44 PM

Cool.
Where do you get it? I guess any auto paint supply, but what about autorice, or o'rileys?
I'm tired of the trim rattle on my truck.
Mike

BobbyK · 04-16-2004, 06:49 AM

yea,I've seen it at Walmart and various parts stores.

My Dad used to work for 3M so I am able to go to the company store and buy over produced runs of various 3m products VERY cheap.
That roll only cost me $18.00. I think a 6ft roll costs close to $5-$8 bucks in a store.

That roll is about 30ft.

Bill72BB · 04-20-2004, 01:38 PM

I may try some of this my trim is due to arrive today ,wish me luck.

BobbyK · 04-20-2004, 11:17 PM

This is how thick it is.

04-15-2004, 12:26 AM	#1
super_kev Wonder Boy Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: - Posts: 75	Trim: Adhesive vs. Clip/screw I have the option of getting two type of mounting kits for the trim on my '70 K5. The first is the standard clip on and screw type mounting set, and the second is the adhesive type mounting set. The adhesive is $15 cheaper. I'm restoring this blazer, so it's not going to be seeing any insane offroading, just occasional forest service roads. I think most cars today come with the standard screw/clip on, but what are the pros and cons of each, and what would you get?

04-15-2004, 01:11 AM	#2
71blksuper4x4 SWB 4x4 Collector Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Osage City, KS Posts: 5,151	We used about half of each on my truck when we put it back together. When I get around to redoing it again this summer... I will go the extra mile and replace all the adhesive clips with the bolt/clip on ones... They definately snug the fit of the trim to the body... while the adhesive ones... leave a gap between the trim and the body... they adhesive ones seem to make the trim... seem loose. Half my trim is NOS so I definately will go with the original clips... Bad side to the original... possible rust holes where they clip in... but good side if protected ... I would recommend the bolt on... you won't regret it. TREVOR __________________ TREVOR 1970 CST swb 4x4 (speedwarning,cruise,tilt,tach,8track, original red shoulder belts,tow hooks) 1972 Jimmy (soon to be Hickey cloned) 1971 Cheyenne Super 4x4 swb (tilt,tach,buckets, original blue shoulder belts,am/fm,cruise,tow hooks, dealer 8 track) 1972 Cheyenne Super K20 4x4 Custom Camper (tilt, tach, am/fm, tow hooks, bed toolbox, aux gas tank 1972 Cheyenne Super Crew Cab K30 4x4 Duramax, Allison, np205, buckets, tow hooks (CURRENT PROJECT) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=624819 1989 V3500 Crew Cab (454tbi, NV4500, np205) 1970 Chevelle SS (LS5 454,th400,8track,buckets,tach) :2004 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon (daily driver) WTB: 1968-70 Cruise Control Lever

04-15-2004, 01:14 AM	#3
super_kev Wonder Boy Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: - Posts: 75	Ok good, that's what I was leaning towards doing (original.) __________________ Currently restoring a 1970 K5 CST.

04-15-2004, 04:51 AM	#4
BobbyK Registered User Join Date: May 2000 Location: Petrolia,Ontario,Canada but working in Port Huron,Mi. Posts: 1,771	I used 3m's trim adhesive tape on all my trim. Sticky stuff. Here's some pic's. Here I havn't taken off the red backing. Closeup of the tape. The trim is still holding strong 8 months later. __________________ 71 blazer,350SBC,approx.375HP,700R4,factory GM TPI.Dual electric fans,33x12.5x15 ATR on stock suspension. Petrolia,Ontario,Canada but working in Port Huron,MI. See ALL my Blazer pic's HERE

04-15-2004, 10:36 AM	#5
super_kev Wonder Boy Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: - Posts: 75	Has anybody else used the 3M stuff? __________________ Currently restoring a 1970 K5 CST.

04-15-2004, 10:50 AM	#6
barn9 Half a bubble off! Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Winfield, Ks, USA Posts: 5,588	I did. Been on over 3 years, no problems. One other good thing about adhesive, it doesn't rattle! __________________ Just call me LB. '71 Cheyenne, 402BB, hauls blondes, brunettes, or redheads.

04-15-2004, 03:01 PM	#7
Mike Culpepper Red Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Llano... Texas Hill Country Posts: 448	With the 3-M stuff, how far away from the body does the trim sit? It looks pretty thin in the pics, but wasn't sure. __________________ '72 Cheyenne LWB 350/350 "The sun don't shine on the same dog's ass all the time." - Catfish Hunter (commenting on why he was not able to pitch another perfect game).

04-15-2004, 07:57 PM	#8
BobbyK Registered User Join Date: May 2000 Location: Petrolia,Ontario,Canada but working in Port Huron,Mi. Posts: 1,771	A 1/16th...if that. __________________ 71 blazer,350SBC,approx.375HP,700R4,factory GM TPI.Dual electric fans,33x12.5x15 ATR on stock suspension. Petrolia,Ontario,Canada but working in Port Huron,MI. See ALL my Blazer pic's HERE

04-15-2004, 08:44 PM	#9
Mike Culpepper Red Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Llano... Texas Hill Country Posts: 448	Cool. Where do you get it? I guess any auto paint supply, but what about autorice, or o'rileys? I'm tired of the trim rattle on my truck. Mike __________________ '72 Cheyenne LWB 350/350 "The sun don't shine on the same dog's ass all the time." - Catfish Hunter (commenting on why he was not able to pitch another perfect game).

04-16-2004, 06:49 AM	#10
BobbyK Registered User Join Date: May 2000 Location: Petrolia,Ontario,Canada but working in Port Huron,Mi. Posts: 1,771	yea,I've seen it at Walmart and various parts stores. My Dad used to work for 3M so I am able to go to the company store and buy over produced runs of various 3m products VERY cheap. That roll only cost me $18.00. I think a 6ft roll costs close to $5-$8 bucks in a store. That roll is about 30ft. __________________ 71 blazer,350SBC,approx.375HP,700R4,factory GM TPI.Dual electric fans,33x12.5x15 ATR on stock suspension. Petrolia,Ontario,Canada but working in Port Huron,MI. See ALL my Blazer pic's HERE

04-20-2004, 01:38 PM	#11
Bill72BB Thats the Hillbilly way Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Torrance,Ca Posts: 5,980	I may try some of this my trim is due to arrive today ,wish me luck. __________________ BILL Torrance Calif 90504 Member DUF Club Member Old Farts Club 72 3/4ton Custom Camper BB402/400 trans Dynomax Cerama-coat headers , Hei distributor ,Edelbrock 1411 air,ps,pb,leafsprings ,98 chevy 60/40 seat,S10 shoulder belts tilt,3.54 Dana 60 rear. 16" Eagle wheels with LT265/75 16 tires,Gaylord Lid,H4 headlights with 100W relay conversion. " If I knew I was going to live this long I would have taken better care of myself " Marriage changes passion...suddenly you're in bed with a relative. A GUY'S PRAYER.... Lord, I pray for a nympho with huge boobs who owns a liquor store and likes to fish and hunt and has a Harley .Amen ,

04-20-2004, 11:17 PM	#12
BobbyK Registered User Join Date: May 2000 Location: Petrolia,Ontario,Canada but working in Port Huron,Mi. Posts: 1,771	This is how thick it is. __________________ 71 blazer,350SBC,approx.375HP,700R4,factory GM TPI.Dual electric fans,33x12.5x15 ATR on stock suspension. Petrolia,Ontario,Canada but working in Port Huron,MI. See ALL my Blazer pic's HERE



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