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Can I replace the chrome molding on my rear window? 200

posted by  neptune242 on  Fri Sep 24 03:38 CST 2004
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I am not too sure when the back window changed (or if it did), but the chrome strip should be just two halves inserted in the black rubber moulding. It is not terribly hard to pull out the chrome, but I have not figured out the trick to getting the trim back in! I've worked on it for several hours and pretty much given up. My black trim is hanging from my shelves in my apartment and has been for a month or two.
GT's and GLT's (sedans) should have a black metal trim instead of the chrome that is far more common. And then 91 or 92 should have black trim. Maybe flush trim, I don't know.
Unless someone has a good method for getting the trim in or you are luckier than I am, I would go with Aye Roll's suggesting of painting the chrome. I like to use a satin black epoxy paint, it is tough to scratch. I used it on my grille.
The car doesn't look bad without the trim, mine did not have it when I bought it and it took me six years to notice that it was missing something. It just looks more "finished" with it.
And if you figure out how to install the trim you're welcome to drive up and do mine too!
Good luck.
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1981 242 GLTi 1967.5 122S
Seattle, WA






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