Topic: What kind of 2 sided sticky tape?
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I did some damage to my chrome trim on my 72 GMC pickup. I see the trim is held on with plastic clips and the trim snaps on to these plastic clips. These clips adhere to the body with sticky tape.
steves74 2007-10-01 17:39:24
Where can I find this 2 sided tape? I have access to Kragens, Auto Zone, Napa. I want something heavy duty. I assume something stronger than you get at Walmart.
I thought about just glueing the plastic clips back on with an epoxy. Might damage the paint?
Appreciate any ideas......thanks Steve
Steve, Lifetime Member #129
74 coupe 4 speed 350, 54K actual miles,
all original; paint, interior, engine,
split bumper. #'s match. 2nd owner, no stress cracks.
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About 6 years ago I had a 1989 Chevy pickup that I put a used but never rusted bed on and had it repainted by a friend who is locally known to be good at body work/paint. When it came time to put the trim on he said he would'nt use anything but 3M brand two sided tape. I bought some at a local auto paint supplier. It worked great and to this day the trim is still firmly in place.
Get the 3M at an auto paint supplier and apply it to a clean surface. Have the truck sit in the sun for a few hours before and after you apply it so that it sets up right. You don't want the metal to be cold when you first apply the two sided tapt.
It worked for me. Good luck!
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I have used the same stuff it is super strong. They sell it in rolls at our local WalMart. I use the Industrial grade.Tuxblacray 2007-10-01 15:59:42
Thanks you guys. Will check out my local Walmart for 3M. If not, will check at body shop/ paint supply. 
THANKS........
THANKS........
Steve, Lifetime Member #129
74 coupe 4 speed 350, 54K actual miles,
all original; paint, interior, engine,
split bumper. #'s match. 2nd owner, no stress cracks.
Lifetime MemberGreensburg, IN - USA
Joined: 9/24/2003
Posts: 5188
Vette(s): Previous: 1984 Silver / Charcoal Coupe, 1988 Maroon Coupe / 1989 Artic White Coupe / 2001 Speedway White Roadster / Present:1976 Stingray Black / Black, Auto, 350 slightly modified (355 hp) Luxor Wires Redline Tires. / 1989 Roadster Bright Red...
Steve they also carry it at my local Topps Hadware Store. Which is like a Home Depot, Menards, or Lowes but much smaller.
Tux...
Tux...
Believe it or not I had a PIA part on another car holding aluminum trim on the dash, so it had to look good and I got the stuff at WalMart. I checked all over and the WalMart stuff did the trick.
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3M VHB - Good Stuff!!!
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