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Hey guys,
Anyone out there ever tried to replace the nails in the nailer trim strips that goes on the roof fabric? I got mine of and all cleaned up. The previous owned drilled through the trim and used some finishing nails. I can weld those holes shut but what about all those bad nails that need to be replaced? Any ideas as to what to do.
Thanks
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You can get the new fold down trim from Bob's Automobilia. They have it listed on their web sight and show they have it in stock. I found this when looking for other trim for my Buick. I went with a different type of moulding. They advertise it as fitting most early 1930's GM vehicles. Chuick
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The fold over molding for the 31 is not close in looks and is really difficult to install. Follow the process described by JYD and you will have an original and better looking job when finished.
Steve D
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Thank you all for the information. I want to stay originial as possble of course. I assume the spacing on the screws should be about the same as the nails for a flat fitting install? By using the screws I hope I never need to replace the top again in my life time.
Thanks again guys! Merry Christmas
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I used the method JYD suggests and it works great.
Mac
Last edited by geezer 32; 12/24/13 08:49 AM.
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On my sedan the trim on the top is nailed on, is it supposed to be screwed down then sealed?? Maybe another difference betweem us cars and canadian cars .
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My original trim was nailed but had quite a few broken off. I just drilled out a series of small holes, counter sunk them and used brass, flat head wood screws to hold the trim down and used JB weld to fill the flat head spots. Sanded it and painted it black. So far so good.
Merry Christmas,
Mac
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On my sedan the trim on the top is nailed on... The original roof crown moulding was nailed on. Your moulding is correct with the nails.   
The Mangy Old Mutt
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Ok thanks .I have a couple on nails that are a bit loose,usually rip my shammy.I tap it back in but being that the nail is just a straight no barb finishing nail it tends to work its way back out.I like the idea of JB weld and the hidden screw idea.
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Thanks to Junkyard Dog I now know that the molding from Bob's Automobilia only fits the earlier Chevrolets. I was able to use my original molding on my 31 Chevrolet coach. Chuick
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