Roswell

Hi guys,

I need your help on what to use as adhesive or removable glue on my CF trim kit.

I'm having troubles with the door pieces, I first used the double sided tape provided with the kit but it start peeling (yes, I prepped my OEM door trim already). It just that our door trim has a curve to it, and the trim kit is straight.

I also used my own 3M double sided tape, same result. Now my last resource would be to buy a kind of glue that is easily removable/ reversible ... unlike crazy glue or super glue.

Thanks in advance.

Here is the pieces i'm talking about:

m a x i m u s

i would think that you would have to prep the trim in a way that wouldn't make the process reversible, ie, scuff it up with sandpaper so that the adhesive grips better, or use some super tacky stuff. or, depending on what the material is, maybe use a heat gun or something to mould it a bit before applying?

-Lightning-

The double sided tape ive used holds really well. Try applying some constant pressure, perhaps over night.

Roswell

I know the best route would be to sand the clear from the OEM trim so the trim kit adhesive grab better but I want to keep the OEM trim in 100% shape.

That's why I refuse to use super glue on it too. Any other glue that is like silicone that would stick & be reversible?

Roswell

What kind of tape did you used? I used 3M first, then bought from WalMart the super strong double sided tape (it says it can hold up to 50lbs with the roll?), but it didnt work at all.

I also put masking tape overnight to apply pressure, no luck.

DuaneC63

Clear silicon sealant. Easy to peel off but sticks pretty good to most surfaces.

604 C63

there is an uber sticky 3m adhesive. it holds like a ****. I have a roll of it so I'll check out the model number (?) in the am and let you know.

prindone

Where do ou found these trim?

Roswell

Thanks Duane, any exact brand of silicone u recommend? How long will it takes to dry?

Thanks 604 C63, for always being there when I need help! Lol I would appreciate the brand & serial number.

Prindone, I got the kit on eBay. It's from Hakimov. It was less than 200$ for a lot of pcs.

prindone

Amazing, 32 parts exactly! thx

Roswell

Yes that's the one.. 32 pcs !

Roswell

Update: I found double sided tape for car moldings/trim at Canadian Tire.

I applied many short strips vertically instead of 3 long strips horizontally, it looks like it's holding much better now. *keeping fingers crossed*

604 C63

Ok we'll hopefully that works. The tape I have used is 3M VHB (very high bond). Use that and it ain't coming off unless you tell it to. Can you shoot me a link for this kit? I have the CF package but I wouldn't mind a couple of pieces. I looked on eBay for but got like 2400 products.

Roswell

I've tried searching for klassno/hakimov trim kit, but it says sold out. Well, check this thread, i got the link from here:

https://mbworld.org/forums/c63-amg-w...r-overlay.html

I talked to fast, tonight my door trims started peeling again at the bottom... unbelievable!!! i dont know why, i tried 3 different tapes & prepped the area well.. but no luck.

I used electrical tape to apply pressure on that area overnight... if it still peels off tomorrow, I'll let my bodyshop deal with it. LOL

The best would be to take the oem trim off, but i checked the DIY & it looks like a lot of work. MB doesnt make anything easy on our cars.

Fung63

Hey Meng,

already said this the other day, the best way to handle this is to contact whoever you bought the set from and order in a replacement

Roswell

Hi Tim,

LOL, I bought the kit 2 years ago... so I'm not expecting any sort of warranty on it. It's too easy to blame the product, but sometimes it's part of the wear & tear ... actually part of the modding game.

Fung63

haha not saying ask for warranty... but to pony up some $$ for a replacement piece. Sometimes, nothing else compares to the original.... adhesive included

you never know, maybe he has that specific piece hanging around

Roswell

oh i get ur point.. sorry english is not my first language.. i studied french. LOL

well, i doubt they will sell the 32pcs kit separately. and there is nothing wrong with my door trim, besides the adhesive. :P

AMGFANs

are the door trim same for all years model?

Roswell

I believe the facelift model (2012-2013) are different from the pre-facelift.

-Lightning-

Hey roswell maybe shower rods will work. The extendable ones..from door to door..overnight.

Fung63

Why just overnight? could be a permanent mod. Will act like a safety bar when Meng is driving

he can also do chin-ups when waiting on a red

prindone

Do you know how to take out the gear knob as i want to change by the one of the SLS with the top in carbon?

Roswell

LOL... you guys are funny! I'm giving up on my CF door trim overlay. I will most likely removed them this week-end & replace them with some 3M CF Dinoc I have laying around my house.

If I like it, I might start removing the rest of the kit slowly & wrap them instead.

natman316

sometimes i wonder why I opted to pay 2.5k for the OEM CF. the aftermarket one looks awesome!