Body Side Molding
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Burning Brakes
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From: Murphy TX
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Body Side Molding
Hello
I know this question has been asked before, but a friend of mine just got a C5 with BSM and wants to take it off.
1. How do you go about removing the BSM?
2. Is there any problems that I should warn him about before he does this?
3. Is there any noticeable marks, or residue left on the paint afterwards. I mean can you tell that the car every had the BSM on after you take it off?
Thanks :cheers:
I know this question has been asked before, but a friend of mine just got a C5 with BSM and wants to take it off.
1. How do you go about removing the BSM?
2. Is there any problems that I should warn him about before he does this?
3. Is there any noticeable marks, or residue left on the paint afterwards. I mean can you tell that the car every had the BSM on after you take it off?
Thanks :cheers:
Melting Slicks
Joined: Aug 1999
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From: Rocklin CA
Re: Body Side Molding (VICOUS)
You can use 3m adhesive remover, it helps but you should use a hair dryer to warm up the molding and the body.
Work slowly and gently. After you get the BSM off, don't work on one area to long it will mar the paint. (work a little here then move to another spot, just keep working it) It's a long process and takes allot of elbow grease and skin. Your finger tips will be very sore. It's easier to take it to a body shop and let them take the risk. But if you want to do it, put a day aside when it's warm out and take your time.
Best of luck to you.
Tim
[Modified by C54TIM, 8:50 AM 1/11/2002]
Work slowly and gently. After you get the BSM off, don't work on one area to long it will mar the paint. (work a little here then move to another spot, just keep working it) It's a long process and takes allot of elbow grease and skin. Your finger tips will be very sore. It's easier to take it to a body shop and let them take the risk. But if you want to do it, put a day aside when it's warm out and take your time.
Best of luck to you.
Tim
[Modified by C54TIM, 8:50 AM 1/11/2002]
Le Mans Master
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From: Illinois
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Re: Body Side Molding (VICOUS)
I took mine to a Street Rod buider near my home, he did charge me $55 (one hour body shop rate), but you would never know they were there. If you do it yourself follow the advise above and TAKE YOUR TIME!
