<VV> Window Trim Installation

[N. Joseph Potts]

Be aware, this advice is offered by someone who has destroyed TWO new
windshields on Corvairs trying to remove or install this trim.
     First of all, clips go on first. I find a dull putty knife good for
installing them. Second, before laying the trim pieces on, place an
arrow-shaped piece of masking tape where it will show you exactly where each
clip is while the trim is hiding it. Shows you exactly where to hit with the
rubber hammer, enabling you to use minimum force. As for what overlaps what,
study the pieces carefully and lay them out beforehand. They will "tell" you
what order they want to be put on in.

Joe Potts
Miami, Florida USA
1966 Corsa coupe 140hp 4-speed with A/C

-----Original Message-----
From: virtualvairs-bounces at corvair.org
[mailto:virtualvairs-bounces at corvair.org]On Behalf Of the.tysons at comcast.net
Sent: Monday, April 04, 2005 1:51 PM
To: virtualvairs at corvair.org
Subject: <VV> Window Trim Installation

I could certainly use some advice before attempting to install the stainless
front and rear glass trim on my '65 Monza.  Since it took me the better part
of three years to learn how to paint and then paint the Corvair, I'm a bit
nervous about damaging the paint.  It's been a long time since I removed the
trim and even longer since I installed it.

Are the clips installed on the posts first?  Do the individual trim pieces
have to be assembled prior to mounting on the clips?  Are there any special
tricks to the installation that would make it go smoother?

Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

Rick T