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This is a PSA on the two different types of 3M black weatherstrip adhesive - 08008 and 08011. I did a quick test and found that 08011 is in fact...
I did some testing and discovered that VHB tape doesn't stick all that well to the foam rubber weatherstripping. Low surface energy I guess. Good...
Anyone ever use VHB tape instead of adhesive to attach door weatherstripping? Seems like it would be way less mess and easier. I'm trying to think...
I had watched most of those videos. Pretty helpful, although it's tough to tell just how polished those parts are getting without having close up...
Just a dremel with the included felt bits. I also tried polishing it by hand with a micro fiber cloth. I'm a noob.
I'm trying to restore my '64 F100 dash trim panel by myself after a local shop nearly ruined the part (semi-long story). It's some grade of...
I was just about to ship my parts out to King of Trim when I discovered Tru6 Restoration & Design right here in MA. I've heard/read great things...
Unfortunately the other guys were a bust too. It seems no one does OEM-style bright anodizing anymore. I might have to bite the bullet and ship...
NE Chrome doesn't do any anodizing. Neither does American Electroplating in Lawrence. Both pretty much said "good luck with that". :D I'll check...
Thanks Stretch. NE Chrome did my bumpers. I don't think they do anodizing but will double check with them.
Anyone know anyone who does classic auto trim restoration in the New England area? Need to have a grille along with several other smaller trim...
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