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Old Jul 14, 2019 | 01:07 PM
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Just picked up some padded armrests which fit onto of the door armrests. Looking for something other than velcro to attach? Thinking 3M tape? Suggestions? Thanks
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Old Jul 14, 2019 | 01:47 PM
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3M double-sided adhesive tape will do
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Not so sure that 2 sided tape will hold up to the constant usage. I ran a trim shop once and we repaired arm rests often. The pad and the door panel where it goes get sprayed with 3m yellow glue. After spraying let stand of a little bit so the glue becomes tacky.
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Not so sure that 2 sided tape will hold up to the constant usage. I ran a trim shop once and we repaired arm rests often. The pad and the door panel where it goes get sprayed with 3m yellow glue. After spraying let stand of a little bit so the glue becomes tacky.

I also use LOCTITE Spray Adhesive High Performance for stuff that Velcro does not make sense. It is a middleweight Bonding agent.
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Mine came with double sided tape already on it and they've held up great for quite a few years now. Even here in Arizona heat.
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3M yes, foam core no. Go for the red backed permanent outdoor rated tape:
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The padded armrests I got from Vette Essentials had double sided tape on them. Adhered very well to the door panel.
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Originally Posted by The Rabbi
Not so sure that 2 sided tape will hold up to the constant usage. I ran a trim shop once and we repaired arm rests often. The pad and the door panel where it goes get sprayed with 3m yellow glue. After spraying let stand of a little bit so the glue becomes tacky.
That is something I've been looking for, for my wife's 07' Mustang GT. It is especially appreciated that this tip, not to say the others are not, is coming from a Pro.
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