[C2] Windshield trim removal
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Windshield trim removal
I’m in the process of preparing my convertible for paint. I was able to remove the interior chrome trim around the windshield with no problem. Is there a trick to removing the exterior trim? I removed the screws and nuts but it won’t budge.
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Did you get the ones on the window frame where the door shuts?
Also, there's one at the top in the inside...look into the hole of the window frame...when you remove the screw be careful...there's a special >>nut/spacer<<<...
Also, there's one at the top in the inside...look into the hole of the window frame...when you remove the screw be careful...there's a special >>nut/spacer<<<...
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yes, I removed the trim piece on the top and the two side pieces on the inside. I then removed all the nuts and the two end screws. The exterior top and side trim pieces still won’t budge.
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If you're sure you have all the screws/bolts removed, it could be sealant holding the trim in place.
Grab it from the inside and roll it forward...
The side pieces will take a little more care as there's a part of it where the 'tail' has a trim clip that keeps it in place where it laps over the lower trim...
Grab it from the inside and roll it forward...
The side pieces will take a little more care as there's a part of it where the 'tail' has a trim clip that keeps it in place where it laps over the lower trim...
