Re: [DML] What adhesive should I use for Trim Panel door edges.
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Re: [DML] What adhesive should I use for Trim Panel door edges.



Thanks, Steve, for the advice on the adhesive.  I'll give the 3M can 
a try.

Paul

--- In dmcnews@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx, Steve Stankiewicz 
<protodelorean@xxxx> wrote:
> You should be able to find a "Spray Adhesive" at Home
> Depot.  If I remember correctly, the 3M is in a can
> that's red at the top and fades to black at the
> bottom.  Also, you can go to an automotive supply
> place like Pep Boys and get "3M General Trim Adhesive"
>  (White can, red letters).  I've done several
> headliners and interior projects and found the 3M
> brand to work better than the other "spray adhesives".
>  You do have to be careful not to get it on any
> finished surfaces as it can be a real pain to get off.
> 
> Another option that wouldn't risk the overspray
> associated with sprays is to use a little "DAP" it's
> also a contact cement, but comes in a can and is
> brushed on.  You put it on one surface, then some on
> the other surface, wait three minutes and stick them
> together.  Done.  (Just don't let them touch before
> you have them in position or it's like trying to get
> duct tape apart after it touches itself.)
> 
> Hope that helps,
> 
> P.S.  All of this stuff is flamable and nasty for the
> respiratory system so use only in a well ventilated
> areas, away from heat sources, with a respirator, etc.
> etc. etc.
> 
> Steve
> --- sweetp01569 <sweetp01569@xxxx> wrote:
> > After replacing my rear speakers, I need to adhere
> > the thin vinyl flap 
> > of the rear trim panels back around the door
> > edge/lip.  Someone 
> > mentioned 3M 90, but am not familiar with what that
> > is, nor could I 
> > find it or something suitable at Home Depot this
> > morning.  Any help 
> > with what I should be looking for?
> > 
> > Thanks,
> > 
> > Paul
> > VIN 010944






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