Looking for tips on removing dlx bus trim without damaging it

[tristanblue]

I have a `70 bus and I want to remove the dlx trim for cleaning ect but I don't want to damage or dent my original trim removing it. Is there a special too or trick to remove the trim from the clips without damaging it?

Thanks
T

[mikewire]

Use a plastic trim tool to carefully get under the bottom edge of the trim, push down on the top edge of the trim while you pry gently up until the lower part of the trim until the clip releases.

Try to start on the right or left side of the trim piece and work across, once you get going the clips will release easier, just go easy and be methodical and the trim will come off. Mark each piece with tape/number so you don't lose it's place.

I had a few broken trim clips. They seem to be made of unobtainium, so if you find some replacements hang on to them.
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1965 VW Beetle Deluxe Bahama Blue

[djdh68dlux]

[busdaddy]

I remove it by putting both thumbs together tip to tip underneath and pushing up while pulling out with all my leftover fingers on the top.
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[mikewire]

[skills@eurocarsplus]

dam, i paid more that for oem ones.

i now have enough for 30 buses
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[CanStan]

I've used those replacement plastic clips when I didn't have enough of the original metal ones to finish the job. They work fine and hold nicely, but if you need to pull the trim off again, I'd say 50% of them will break.
It's probably fine for the average owner. How often do you pull the trim anyway? But have some extras on hand if you use them.