Dashpad Bead Moulding

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Old June 26th, 2023, 11:30 AM
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Dashpad Bead Moulding

Is there a good method to install this stuff?

https://www.oldsparts.com/product/dashpad-molding/


I've worked trying to get it relatively straight until my thumbs are toast. Used the hot sun to try to soften it, but it still will not uncoil. I don't think those little plastic clips will hold it in place if I use the original holes.

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Old June 27th, 2023, 07:20 PM
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maybe try heating it with a hair dryer? I bought a moulding kit a few years back essentially just for the clips - my original moulding was in decent shape but for some worn clips which weren't staying put in their mounting holes.

I do recall noting the kit moulding was a bit stiff and wouldn't immediately straighten out for mounting without some kind of help.

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Old June 28th, 2023, 12:35 AM
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As noted warm the trim up and use the clips in new holes in the dash groove. If you pre drill a small pilot hole first in the dash groove it makes the clip push in a bit easier. Patience is the key.
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Old June 28th, 2023, 05:06 AM
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Thanks guys, it's in! You are right, patience is the key.
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