Best way to install body moldings

[JorgeDavidson]

Hi Folks! Maybe someone ask for it before, but I couldn´t find anything... A friend and I are working on a '51, and the point we were not sure how to install molds in any Split -`cause of its shape- without damaging Split´s molding´s curves.
I never use this method, even in later models, I guess it only works w/stainless steel moldings:

http://www.5min.com/Video/How-to-Restore-Chrome-Molding-on-VW-Volkswagen-30438025

Is there a "correct" way to fix them on the body? is it the same for all models?
Thanks!
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1957 Oval Window - Polar Silver L324
2008 VW Suran Trendline

[splitpartsunlimited]

don`t tell me that the butcher from Roca street is trying to put a split together ....he should finish my customer`s 61 before he goes to the next level in pursue of perfection ......he`ll never get the black belt though

give me a call or come to my house , i can show you my split and discuss anything you want to know about it ....for free !!!
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in my Garage:

1951 crotch cooler split
1971 1302 cabriolet
1981 Mercedes Benz 230 military "Gelandewagen"
2010 Mercedes Benz c200 kompressor touring

[JorgeDavidson]

Thanks! you really surprised me with that of "special body molding clips" for Splits.. not to mention that of Splits don´t use seals under BM.. I´ll looking for some pics on the web. See U.
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1957 Oval Window - Polar Silver L324
2008 VW Suran Trendline

[splitpartsunlimited]

split clips are different from later clips , no rubber cupt under it except for some "witch" hats glued under the hood and doors .... too funny they will keep water between the body steel and the clip after you wash and dry the car ....correct me if i am wrong ...
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in my Garage:

1951 crotch cooler split
1971 1302 cabriolet
1981 Mercedes Benz 230 military "Gelandewagen"
2010 Mercedes Benz c200 kompressor touring

[johnshenry]

Use a small piece of wood to press on the moldings to distribute the pressure and not leave a "thumb dimple".
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John Henry

'57 Deluxe
'56 Single Cab

[splitpartsunlimited]

it is just a clip issue , john , and the fact that he thought early cars would use the small rubber cups from the outside ....
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in my Garage:

1951 crotch cooler split
1971 1302 cabriolet
1981 Mercedes Benz 230 military "Gelandewagen"
2010 Mercedes Benz c200 kompressor touring

[virtanen]

I use 2 thin steel spattles to press on each side of a clip to prevent paint damage during assembly. Clip has sharp edges to cut paint on hole.

I use the same method to remove moldings.

Grooved moldings has no big risk for "thumb dimple", they are much more stiff than newer model molding.

[splitpartsunlimited]

i do use 2 credit cards , either for instalation or removal of moldings

never leave home without them
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in my Garage:

1951 crotch cooler split
1971 1302 cabriolet
1981 Mercedes Benz 230 military "Gelandewagen"
2010 Mercedes Benz c200 kompressor touring

[williamjagers]

Hello

I have a 50, that is currently be restored (3 years ): I thought the bug was 100% original. However, I took a close look at the hood, and its only 3 tabs. Is there any possible way this could be original to the car ?

Thx
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1950 Standard
1955 Oval Rag
1957 Oval Rag
1967 Bug

[Suboval]