SL/R129: Wood Panels around seat switches
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1991 300sl 5 speed manual
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THey were glued on from the factory. I have the same issue right now. Im looking for some type of adhesive for intior. or I may have to take it to an appulstry shop. IF anyone can recomend some type of adhesive that would be great. JJ
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From: Fort Worth, Tx
97 SL500
You need trim adhesive which is really a contact adhesive. You spray or brush (depending on which type you buy, I like the spray) some on both surfaces and let it cure for about 5-10 minutes then you stick 'em together. I don't remember the name of what we used at the car stereo shop but it worked great. I get it at local supplier (J&J Supply) that sells automotive carpet and vinyl.
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Mine do the same and look rather tacky as the door closes as they bounce in/out.
Regrading adhesive, you will need something that can be detached without damaging the lether behind as if/when you need to remove the door panel these wooded covers need to be removed.
I would suggest something from the enormous range at 3M
Lea
Regrading adhesive, you will need something that can be detached without damaging the lether behind as if/when you need to remove the door panel these wooded covers need to be removed.
I would suggest something from the enormous range at 3M
Lea
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they should have metal clips on them
you can go to your dealer and show them the metal clips and get new ones for a few cents as the old ones may have lost their spring
were they supposed to be glued in initially?? i didnt think that
on mine also some of the plastic slides that hold it to the door have snapped also, im looking to fix them soon, hopefully we can cure this problem
ill post new info if i find anything
you can go to your dealer and show them the metal clips and get new ones for a few cents as the old ones may have lost their spring
were they supposed to be glued in initially?? i didnt think that
on mine also some of the plastic slides that hold it to the door have snapped also, im looking to fix them soon, hopefully we can cure this problem
ill post new info if i find anything
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500 SL R129, Blue - 1991. Mini Cooper S, Works Kit Silver - 2007. Mitsubishi FTO, Silver - 1996.
Reliks right, they are clips and mine have snapped as well, if anyone ever finds the part number could they post it up?
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I have done the repair, simply to change the plastic clips and cost little money and time. I 've got the parts number for both sides, and also the procedure pictures. My friends, DO NOT GLUE IT! wait for my pictures coming soon.
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500 SL R129, Blue - 1991. Mini Cooper S, Works Kit Silver - 2007. Mitsubishi FTO, Silver - 1996.
Originally Posted by MorrisWu
I have done the repair, simply to change the plastic clips and cost little money and time. I 've got the parts number for both sides, and also the procedure pictures. My friends, DO NOT GLUE IT! wait for my pictures coming soon.
Ok, thank you.... can you post the part numbers plaese Morris.... I think my 1991 has metal clips though
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Thank you Morris. These are the clips we need the part number for, the are metal and springy....
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I am sorry, there is no any number on it. But, if the clips drop, they must be inside the car or limited inside the door panel. Or, it would be not difficult to make a duplicate.
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1998 E320, 1994 320 SL,2000 Ford F 150.1997 Gixxer 1100
Same problem here. However, My Dad thought he would help and while I was on vacation, drilled self tapping screws into both sides. Needless to say, he has not been back in my car since then. I had to purchase new ones. Well, not really new, but from a parts car.
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