Pulled those moldings and skirts. They are covered (backside) w/dirt as well as the car. Getting ready for a major exterior detail and did not want to tape off.

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looks like a pretty good deal... mabe if ur trim is faded try and repaint them while their off

I read a thread w/ guys using peanut butter to polish these. I understand the oil shines the trim but won't it just wear off? Another tag said paint them with Krylon Fusion satin black. That sounds like the way to go. Did you have another suggestion?

Not sure what color your trim was... For black trim , try Forever Black. BTW, nice touch removing the trim--it's way better than taping off stuff.

Cheers

Clean 'em thoroughly with a degreasing cleaner such as 409 (let it soak for 30 minutes), then give 'em a scrub with a Mr. Clean Magic Eraser.

Then use the Forever Black or Krylon Fusion - preferences vary. I'm going with the Krylon since I couldn't find Forever Black in my area.

If you have factory-painted body color moldings, ignore all of this...

For black moulding - KIWI shoe dye. Black gets you perfect results.

For black moulding - KIWI shoe dye. Black gets you perfect results.


Nice tip, i'll try that one.

Slightly off topic- With much info and inspiration from this forum, I removed my side moldings (is it mould in the UK?) of my 95 M3 to clean and detail. One of the moldings has slight break of the ribs that the clips hold onto -- any advice on what type of caulk or whatever to hold the clip to the trim piece ?
Also, for the future, what is the best technique for removal and reinstallation to prevent breakage ?

Dan

Dan, The safest device I use is a tapered shim type item made of (flexible) polypropeylene. Check with any stereo install shop or trim shop that removes interior panels. They use them. It's about 6" long x .75". The guys gave one to me for free.

I'm able to slip it between the trim and panel and work it along to get direct, straight force on the section of trim and pop it right off. You may find a couple broken clips. Buy a new section of trim to replace the broken one or go to the seller section here to find it.

Thanks, that is helpful info. better than my method of determined gentle yanking.

Peanut butter? Kiwi black shoe polish, Nice! It is always good to get a more DIY approach to cleaning the car before buying tons of products.

Good luck. post pics when you're done.

It's nice to see someone from cary, moreover someone from nc on this forum