mesh grill installation question-which silicone?
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mesh grill installation question-which silicone?
just got some mesh grills for the vette. I am planning on using silicone instead of the double sided tape. is there a 'special' silicone to use or will the GE silicone II I bought at home depot work?
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If you want to use something that is easily removable, RTV silicone, like instant gasket-type formula may work. You can always try the GE silicone; it may be okay. Another option that might be okay is 3M gasket adhesive. 2-part epoxy will definitely bond well, but will be tough to remove should the need arise.
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thanks for the replies guys. I thought that all of the install threads said to use silicone-apparently I don't research too well.
is there a brand of 2 part epoxy you suggest? remember I have to buy this stuff in Canaduh
and sometimes I can't get the same products as you can. Is there a specific type of 2 part epoxy you suggest?
thanks
edit: I'd rather this be hard to remove than have to worry about it coming lose!
is there a brand of 2 part epoxy you suggest? remember I have to buy this stuff in Canaduh
and sometimes I can't get the same products as you can. Is there a specific type of 2 part epoxy you suggest?thanks
edit: I'd rather this be hard to remove than have to worry about it coming lose!
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thanks for the replies guys. I thought that all of the install threads said to use silicone-apparently I don't research too well.
is there a brand of 2 part epoxy you suggest? remember I have to buy this stuff in Canaduh and sometimes I can't get the same products as you can. Is there a specific type of 2 part epoxy you suggest?
thanks
edit: I'd rather this be hard to remove than have to worry about it coming lose!
is there a brand of 2 part epoxy you suggest? remember I have to buy this stuff in Canaduh
and sometimes I can't get the same products as you can. Is there a specific type of 2 part epoxy you suggest?thanks
edit: I'd rather this be hard to remove than have to worry about it coming lose!
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My side coves came with the double sided sticky tape. They have been on for 5 years with no problems, however I like the idea they would not be too difficult to remove if I had to.
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silicone....I applied the silicone and then I took a paperclip and hooked one end in the mesh and taped the other side to the car until it dried( I applied some painters tape to the car first to make sure no scratches) worked like a charm...no issues over a year later
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Just a thought here - using heavy duty velcro is not a bad option. If you have fog lights, you would be able to easily remove the screens to clean them. I used velcro on mine - had them on for well over 5 years and never had a problem with them coming loose or falling out.
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thanks again for the replies. I should have been more clear with my question. I am talking about using silicone on all the screens except the fog light covers (z06 screens). I did use velcro on the fog/z06 screens and hit worked like a hot dang!
another question. did you guys have to do a lot of fitting and bending on the rear screens? mine don't seem to sit too flush. it's not like these are really expensive pieces so some fitting is understandable.
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another question. did you guys have to do a lot of fitting and bending on the rear screens? mine don't seem to sit too flush. it's not like these are really expensive pieces so some fitting is understandable.
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Like you I used velcro for the fog screens. I used the 3M tape initially but I ended up using glue. I may try epoxy when I refit them as the gill screens are starting to come loose.
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Did something real similar to this, works great!
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Use the silicone. I used clear on mine and it worked great.
Dry fit the screen first and shape if necessary. Then apply the silicone and use a bungee cord hooked to the screen and wrapped around you mirror to hold in place until the silicone sets up. You don't need a lot of pressure so use the appropriate length cord. if your bungee end won't fit in the screen then use a paper clip or string and then hook the end of the bungee to that.
Dry fit the screen first and shape if necessary. Then apply the silicone and use a bungee cord hooked to the screen and wrapped around you mirror to hold in place until the silicone sets up. You don't need a lot of pressure so use the appropriate length cord. if your bungee end won't fit in the screen then use a paper clip or string and then hook the end of the bungee to that.
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Use the silicone. I used clear on mine and it worked great.
Dry fit the screen first and shape if necessary. Then apply the silicone and use a bungee cord hooked to the screen and wrapped around you mirror to hold in place until the silicone sets up. You don't need a lot of pressure so use the appropriate length cord. if your bungee end won't fit in the screen then use a paper clip or string and then hook the end of the bungee to that.
Dry fit the screen first and shape if necessary. Then apply the silicone and use a bungee cord hooked to the screen and wrapped around you mirror to hold in place until the silicone sets up. You don't need a lot of pressure so use the appropriate length cord. if your bungee end won't fit in the screen then use a paper clip or string and then hook the end of the bungee to that.
yup silicone you got perfect 
i used rubber bands
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thanks for all the replies again!! I put the side coves in with a chit load of silicone and used rubber bands to secure them. I had to leave them on for my short commute this morning as I didn't get it done until close to 10pm last night:o kinda ghetto but the should be very secure
I am going to use the same method for the rear and hope it works.
once its done I'll post up some pics.
I am going to use the same method for the rear and hope it works.
once its done I'll post up some pics.
