Does that double sided tape really hold?
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Does that double sided tape really hold?
OK, I got my screens today from Vetteshop. Nice quality and finish. But I'm looking at the attached double sided mounting tape and I'm wondering if this stuff is going to hold.
Should I just pull that stuff off and use some epoxy? Even duct tape looks like it would be a better choice.
Should I just pull that stuff off and use some epoxy? Even duct tape looks like it would be a better choice.
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Not sure what came with your kit, but good 3M double sided automotive tape works great, but surface prep is paramount. Remove wax from paint and make sure it is clean, clean, clean.
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Originally Posted by JMc
Not sure what came with your kit, but good 3M double sided automotive tape works great, but surface prep is paramount. Remove wax from paint and make sure it is clean, clean, clean.
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I got the same screens and cleaning is very important. If you take some sand paper and scuff up, and then clean it real well (they send alcohol pads to clean the area with) where the double sided tape is going stick, I don't thing you will have any problems. Mine are on seem to be holding just fine.
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Originally Posted by Blowtorch
OK, I got my screens today from Vetteshop. Nice quality and finish. But I'm looking at the attached double sided mounting tape and I'm wondering if this stuff is going to hold.
Should I just pull that stuff off and use some epoxy? Even duct tape looks like it would be a better choice.
Should I just pull that stuff off and use some epoxy? Even duct tape looks like it would be a better choice.
...If you ever try to get the screens off its murder unless you use velcro. Use velcro so the screens can be removed easily. I used velcro on my Z06 screens and to get them out I just slip a sheet of stiff plastic to seperate the velcro...otherwise it holds like its permanent 
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It will hold. Be very careful with the install on the rear screens. I lost both of mine in less than a week... All of the other ones have been good for about a year so far and over 20k miles.
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I got the same 3 pc set from Vetteshop. On the driver side cowl one side came loose and had trouble with both the back ones. I got some 3m industrial strength double sided tape and haven't had any problems since.
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I cleaned that area very well and used a large bead of silicone adhesive , placed on the screen wherever it was to touch the body. I
placed the screen and spread the silicone out to smooth it over. I help the screen in place with a yard stick as a prop...
the silicone will allow removal.
worked real good and I know they will stay in place. The screen look cool...kinda exotic looking IMHO
placed the screen and spread the silicone out to smooth it over. I help the screen in place with a yard stick as a prop...
the silicone will allow removal.
worked real good and I know they will stay in place. The screen look cool...kinda exotic looking IMHO
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Some of the grey 3M double sided tape works very well.
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Originally Posted by Blowtorch
OK, I got my screens today from Vetteshop. Nice quality and finish. But I'm looking at the attached double sided mounting tape and I'm wondering if this stuff is going to hold.
Should I just pull that stuff off and use some epoxy? Even duct tape looks like it would be a better choice.
Should I just pull that stuff off and use some epoxy? Even duct tape looks like it would be a better choice.
Velcro is another good, and even better option in my opinion.
BUT, if you are talking about the Z06 front screens, they are NOT going to fall out with 2 sided tape. They are constantly being shoved into your car as you drive
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Originally Posted by MY1STPEWTER
I got the same 3 pc set from Vetteshop. On the driver side cowl one side came loose and had trouble with both the back ones. I got some 3m industrial strength double sided tape and haven't had any problems since.
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From: pawleys island sc
I put my screens on 3 years ago with double side tape and I'll have to use a crowbar to get them off.
Allow me to tell you where you can get the best double sided, water proof tape - Golfsmith ( or any other golf club component distributor ) sells double sided tape for REGRIPPING golf clubs. I use this stuff at least 2 times a week for jobs that come up around the house and it's never failed.( just don't buy the water soluable type ). When you apply it you can spray it with a solvent or some turpintine and it will remain moveable until the turp evaporates - allows you to get the right fitment.
Allow me to tell you where you can get the best double sided, water proof tape - Golfsmith ( or any other golf club component distributor ) sells double sided tape for REGRIPPING golf clubs. I use this stuff at least 2 times a week for jobs that come up around the house and it's never failed.( just don't buy the water soluable type ). When you apply it you can spray it with a solvent or some turpintine and it will remain moveable until the turp evaporates - allows you to get the right fitment.
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From: Paducah Ky
Originally Posted by charlene
Where did you buy your 3m double sided tape?I asked in one store and they looked at me like i was a nut and said they only carry one type and it was not the industrial kind.Thanks charlene