Lower Dash Rail

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YORKY
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Lower Dash Rail

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Stripping car for restoration. What is the best method for removing the lower dash rail chrome strip and padding. ( mk3s )

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jay weinstein
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Re: Lower Dash Rail

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Use a short block of wood and a small hammer on the chrome strip...the padded part..pull and pray!
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EMOKID
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Re: Lower Dash Rail

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Use of hairdryer on bottom rail covering to soften the adhesive and peel back very slowly a little at a time to prevent stretching if you are trying to save it.
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Re: Lower Dash Rail

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On the Ford I used glue remover and it worked a treat.
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Re: Lower Dash Rail

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As above. Carb cleaner will soften the glue. Try not to spray the plastic too much. It also works on the top rail covering.
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