windshield trim

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mrkidyid

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As I wait for my radiator to come in, I would like to put the front right chrome trim piece on over the windshield. The clips that come w/molding attach to a little nub that sticks out windshiled molding. (As you all know). These nubs are worn down and not holding the clips tight in place. The trim also came w/screws. I'm guessing I should cut the nubs off and drill holes and screw the clips in tight. Am I wrong?
 
ponyboy289

ponyboy289

Classic Mustang Guru
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Hey,
You are correct you would be screwing them in like Ford did in 65. That said don't forget to put some sealer on the threads of the screws other wise you will get water leaks. Out of curiousity is your windsheild out of the car? I only ask because I've never been able to mount the 65 style screw in clips with a windsheild installed,assuming we are talking about the same moldings. BTW Are you able to post pictures of your car or projects? I only ask because it would definately make things easier almost as if I was standing there looking at the car.LOL.
 
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mrkidyid

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The windshield is affixed to where it should be. I'm talking about the chrome trim piece that goes on top of windshield, the clips go right on top of the molding. I will start taking pics.
 
ponyboy289

ponyboy289

Classic Mustang Guru
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Paul, to the best of my knowledge, I don't believe you can gain access and successfully drill the hole and install the new screw in windsheild molding clips with the windsheild installed. That said I have seen a couple of attempts which resulted in cracked windsheilds......
 
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mrkidyid

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10-4 on that. I think I will just fill up gap w/ silicone and leave for when I take windshield out to clean it up. It won't look pretty, but hey I just got her.
 
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ponyboy289

ponyboy289

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mrkidyid said:
10-4 on that. I think I will just fill up gap w/ silicone and leave for when I take windshield out to clean it up. It won't look pretty, but hey I just got her.
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If you're going to do that,why not stick the molding piece in there while you're at it. If you use good silicone the molding won't go anywhere.Then it will look pretty until you get around to pulling it all out,down the road.
 
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mrkidyid

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Ya know, I was just thinking that on way home from work. But wasn't sure. Then read your post 10 min. later. Done deal. You made up my mind. Cool
 
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mrkidyid

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I don't need the grill and chrome for now. I have it and will paint grill and polish chrome ring/horse. If it doesn't come out good I'll ring ya. As per other parts- Not sure. The car does need a inside dash, chrome all around outside. Windows, window treatments. I just got her 2 months ago. I need a heaterbox, heater cables(3). resistor(attachedd to box) to start. Thanx Paul
 
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mrkidyid

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Raider, I really don't know exactly what I need. However I do know I need alot and you live close by. So with that, find all that you can, let me know, and then I will come by or you come by here(whatever). Where in Bklyn r u? I am right over vz. Paul
 
ponyboy289

ponyboy289

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Hey Raider and Paul,
Paul, I know you've got a 68 so we should be cool(I don't want you to think I'm trying to step on your toes).Raider, if you happen to have any 64-66 Parts that you are looking to sell,please let me know as I am always in the market for stuff as well.Thanks
 
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