Installation and removal of the side moldings

One can argue about the need of installing the moldings on the side doors, but you can just put them on your car to feel more confident and freer. The fact that you and only You determine how best to manage the opportunities that this variety presented in the modern automotive industry.

Where and why are fastened side moldings?

We will not give here all "for" and "against" the acquisition of machine elements gears, still the main driving force behind this whole process is simple and does not require additional arguments, the imperative "I want". The main thing is to purchased the body kit didn't look alien to education on the body and won't harm Your vehicle. After all, the details varying shape, color and relief, different look and combined with the other elements of the exterior. It is important to consider when selecting the place of application and type of device. Traditionally there are 3 zones of their host: in the lower and middle part of the door and top molding over the door. The device in the first two to a greater extent perform a protective function against accidental bumps and contact with solid objects in the third - protects against penetration into the interior of the precipitation.

Features of installation

The type of attachment can be divided into two main areas in achieving the fixed connection:

• landing on the double-sided tape;
• installation snap on or screw mechanisms.

The first method does not require any special training or knowledge. Simply use common sense and instruction. We must remember that this operation should be performed in the clean dry place at an ambient temperature of +15°C. in addition, for the first time after installation, you need to avoid washing cars and getting wet under the rain.

Somewhat more complicated is the case with the second method of fastening. For its implementation it is necessary to remove the inner lining of the doors, drill holes for fixing on the molding and install the accessory on a pre-defined area. The coupling is provided with screws, bolts or self-latching rivets. After that, the casing will return to its rightful place and can be tested with the new body parts.

Sometimes both of the described method are combined and is getting excellent results, precluding the possibility of withdrawal or failure of fixtures, offsets, cracks and irregularities. Although the dismantling in this case you will have to work hard.

The dismantling of the moldings

The removal of parts requires considerable effort to prevent damage to the contact surface. In General we can say that this process takes place in reverse order to the installation. However, there are some nuances that I want to draw Your attention. Mostly it comes to landing on the tape or the combined attachment of the moldings. For this purpose, using the hair dryer heats the edges of the attachment, the resulting gap gently pokes a plastic or rubber spatula. Gradually warming up the areas from the edge to the middle and progressively inserting the tool moving along the line of contact. Adhesive residue removed with a rag with solvent.

Of course, there are no special secrets for motorists, we haven't finished, but I think this information will give you the confidence and determination to all the doubters. Carefully selected mouldings will not hurt Your machine, but self-installation will save you from unnecessary spending and bring true pleasure to all lovers of tinkering.