Z06 Screen Installation?
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Originally Posted by C52000C5
Any suggestions on how to install these screens? I like the idea of velcro but not the idea of the adhesive sticking on my paint. Input wanted.....
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I installed mine using the velcro method. Been on there for 4+ years and it still holds strong. I did have to remove a couple of pieces of the velcro a while back - not a problem taking them off and no paint damage.
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Originally Posted by JDs00PewterCoupe
I installed mine using the velcro method. Been on there for 4+ years and it still holds strong. I did have to remove a couple of pieces of the velcro a while back - not a problem taking them off and no paint damage.
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The other option is screws which is way more intrusive than velcro
I used small strips of heavy duty velcro which works well. No damage to the paint.
I used small strips of heavy duty velcro which works well. No damage to the paint.
Last edited by DeeGee; Nov 17, 2006 at 03:42 AM.
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I've been looking to buy the Z06 Front Inlet Screens (http://www.vetteshop.cc/default.asp?S=503&A=E&PKV=5004|0) for some time now but am concerned about the install.
Do you need to remove the nose to ensure the install is done properly? I figure the addition of velcro around the screen would make it difficult to simply push in from the front (tight fit) and safely secure?
Picture of install anyone?
Do you need to remove the nose to ensure the install is done properly? I figure the addition of velcro around the screen would make it difficult to simply push in from the front (tight fit) and safely secure?
Picture of install anyone?
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Originally Posted by C52000C5
Any suggestions on how to install these screens? I like the idea of velcro but not the idea of the adhesive sticking on my paint. Input wanted.....
question - how do get you get the velcro to stick?
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Originally Posted by Kevs50th
I've been looking to buy the Z06 Front Inlet Screens (http://www.vetteshop.cc/default.asp?S=503&A=E&PKV=5004|0) for some time now but am concerned about the install.
Do you need to remove the nose to ensure the install is done properly? I figure the addition of velcro around the screen would make it difficult to simply push in from the front (tight fit) and safely secure?
Picture of install anyone?
Do you need to remove the nose to ensure the install is done properly? I figure the addition of velcro around the screen would make it difficult to simply push in from the front (tight fit) and safely secure?
Picture of install anyone?
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Originally Posted by Tigershark3
To get the screens in from the front insert a piece of paper between the velcro pieces before you push the screen in. After the screens are positioned simply pull the paper out and presto it's secure.
Last edited by Kevs50th; Nov 17, 2006 at 03:46 PM.
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Originally Posted by Kevs50th
Hmmm... makes sense but what about the adhesive side of the velcro? Taking the approach above I think you would have had to peel off the tape on the adhesive side of the velcro prior to pushing the screen into the opening? Given what I assume is a tight fit to start with I would think you would have issues with it sticking before you reached the final resting place? Just trying to picture this...
I used 4 two inch strips, two on top and two on the bottom, on each side.
Last edited by MYRagtop; Nov 17, 2006 at 04:46 PM.
You just need to be careful when you first attach the velcro to the car and ensure you have placed it where it will be out of sight when all is said and done.