Tuning cars: what to fix chrome trim?

External tuning of a car (styling) is the installation of aerodynamic body kits, roof rails and chrome packages on the body. We have written about all this more than once, so today we will talk about what to attach chrome pads to, which are mounted on mirrors, sills, bumpers, trunk, headlights, etc.

In our online tuning store, various accessories for styling of different brands of cars are presented and everything related to linings is installed on American 3M adhesive tape (included in all sets). It is about him that we will talk about, since many car owners for some reason mistrust this method of installation.

But before that, we immediately want to warn you - everything that will be written below applies only to original spare parts for tuning a car and has absolutely nothing to do with Chinese products and fakes of basement production. All of them are equipped with the cheapest components and are made of low-quality materials that cannot withstand operation in our climate. Hence the conclusion : beware of fakes and do not "get fooled" by super low prices, otherwise you risk getting the same super low quality.

What is so good about 3M scotch tape in car tuning?

• Possesses high strength.

Acrylic polymers are used for the base of 3M adhesive tape, which is a kind of guarantee that the adhesive tape will withstand heavy loads and will not collapse under the influence of climatic factors.

• Provides reliable and sealed adhesion to the surface.

Such a tape after the sticker is able to withstand not only chrome covers for mirrors or headlights, but even a heavy body kit for a sprinter . At the same time, the clutch is characterized by increased tightness, so you do not have to worry about moisture accumulating under the tape and corrosive processes in the body begin.

• Allows you to quickly install the accessory, saves time and labor.

3M tape speeds up installation, which does not require any special training. In this case, you do not need to drill holes in the body, screw self-tapping screws or apply adhesive sealant. All you need is to get the chrome trims out of the packaging, remove the protective red strip and press the adhesive side to the body surface for 3 minutes (it is better to degrease the installation site with alcohol or solvent beforehand). As you can see, 3 minutes of work - and a spectacular car tuning is ready for many years!

You may also be interested in our article " Door handle covers: selection and installation ", which describes in more detail the process of installing chrome parts.