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I have a '62 Chevy Impala SS. I have new SS inserts(engine turned)for the side trim. I bought them form Classic Ind., they said to use "trim adhesive glue", but couldn't give a brand name or parts number for such a product.
Can anyone out there in Chevy land help me with a good trim adhesive to install these trim inserts? They are too expensive to have come loose from the wrong trim adhesive.
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I suggest you use "3M Plastic and Emblem Adhesive" "CLEAR", Part #08061  
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If in doubt use a 3M product. If still in doubt contact 3M or a good distributor and they will direct you to the best product available.
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How do you get the old trim off without damaging the aluminum trim piece?
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Slowly and carefully! Start at one corner and with a putty knife or similar thin tapered metal device lift up one corner slightly. Push the tool in as you lift so as not to kink the trim piece. If you have a heat gun or hair dryer it will help warm the area you are working on and soften the adhesive. Don't use direct flame as it will damage paint/trim. Direct sunlight on the part will also help. Forget any solvents as they are only effective on the outside edge.
If the trim is held on by clips (some are blind clips) then the putty knife is the best. Work it to the edge of the clip and then try to twist and lift to dislodge the clip.
Sometimes you can use a razor blade to slide between the panel and trim or emblem to cut the adhesive loose. That is particularly useful for modern emblems.
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Do not use the two sided tape. Its OK for emblems but will not look good when used behind the thin material.
Get 3M spray adhesive and apply a very light coat.
removing the old will be a real problem as the stickum Chevrolet used will be hard and dry. There is a solvent sold for removing things like the wood grain decals used on older station wagons. I would go to a proffesional auto paint store and see what they have to offer....ans tell them what you are doing.
Gene Schneider
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