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moltuae 26th May 2017 07:11 AM

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Originally Posted by briang9 (Post 128261)
There is an easier way, get a black interior+++

Good idea Brian.

Leave your car unlocked at the meet. I'll bring my tools +++

moltuae 26th May 2017 07:16 AM

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Originally Posted by David's8 (Post 128252)
Truth is I have only just downloaded the photos in the last few minutes and I cannot really say that I can see the difference!! I attach a few photos to see what you think. I have used 3mm "chrome" trim to highlight the drab grey trim lines. As you can see, the rings are sat on top of the grey, plastic rings (as I didnt want to drill out the originals) and whilst it gives them a slightly "3-D" appearance you can see the slight mismatch in size (only 2-3mm - but it shows).

You've done a very neat job of the chrome lines +++

Was that just self-adhesive chrome strip?

David's8 26th May 2017 08:22 AM

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Originally Posted by moltuae (Post 128266)
You've done a very neat job of the chrome lines +++

Was that just self-adhesive chrome strip?

Thanks, yes, just 3mm chrome strip with 3M backing. Another couple of photos which show off the lines....

moltuae 26th May 2017 09:33 AM

Shiny! +++

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Originally Posted by David's8 (Post 128268)
Thanks, yes, just 3mm chrome strip with 3M backing. Another couple of photos which show off the lines....

Well I guess we'll find out soon enough if 3M backing can cope with the heat under there!

If we arrive at the meet, your horizontal strips hanging vertically and my rings stuck to the underside of the bonnet, we'll know we need to find a more suitable adhesive! :ROFL:

David's8 26th May 2017 10:16 AM

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Originally Posted by moltuae (Post 128273)
Shiny! +++



Well I guess we'll find out soon enough if 3M backing can cope with the heat under there!

If we arrive at the meet, your horizontal strips hanging vertically and my rings stuck to the underside of the bonnet, we'll know we need to find a more suitable adhesive! :ROFL:

I'm working on the theory that the hotter it is, the stickier the glue will be :)

now, where's that fire extinguisher......

The_Laird 27th May 2017 07:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by briang9 (Post 128261)
There is an easier way, get a black interior+++

Now that's a bit drastic! Who'd want a black car with black leather? You'll be suggesting we replace the chrome with black next! :eek: ;)

briang9 27th May 2017 07:59 PM

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Originally Posted by The_Laird (Post 128347)
Now that's a bit drastic! Who'd want a black car with black leather? You'll be suggesting we replace the chrome with black next! :eek: ;)

well why not....+++

moltuae 19th June 2017 07:28 PM

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Originally Posted by notorious (Post 128157)
Yes, please.

Would be great to know if it'll survive a 2-3 of months of summer driving.

Just to update: Rings are still stuck solid after several hundred miles, including various drives in the present heatwave we're having +++






How are your horizontal chrome strips holding out David?

David's8 19th June 2017 07:48 PM

... and the stripes are still ok too. +++

tintin 19th June 2017 10:01 PM

And the beadings still ok on mine too ;). Must find time for some beading porn...


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