comet question..

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  1. FastMav5

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    uhmmm..do these trims bolt on or stick on??

    Sorry guy's, first time looking at a comet..
     

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    The blue ones stick on and I'm pretty sure the others bolt on..
     
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    Thanks BG..
     
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    looks like aftermarket trim. if so, it sticks on...:bouncy:
     
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    so the red arrow ones bolt on correct?
     
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    Craig Selvey Indiana State Rep - MCCI

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    The red arrow ones are mounted mostly on plastic clips held on by studs welded to the car. There are a few holes in the body where a clip is bolted to the car.
     
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    That is what I was thinking..

    I have found that most, if not all, bolted clips are usually at the tips or ends of trim.. The "studs" will look like a nail head.
     
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    ok..thanks fella's


    looking of Com or Mav with no trim then...
     
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    Craig Selvey Indiana State Rep - MCCI

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    I would look for the most solid, rust free car you can find. Trim can be easily removed....compared to removing rust. :yup:
     
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    Those studs can be cut off..
     
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    The studs can be ground off, too. The ends of each piece of trim is bolted on and the holes could be welded shut.

    I have nice upper chrome strips for the doors and rear fenders if anyone is looking for these pieces.
     

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