Can somebody tell me how to fix this? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

Steve Cole · 08-19-2014, 11:15 AM

My side marker lights (both sides) the stainless trim piece (upper) has fallen off from being brushed against due to a small garage with no space.

My question is, what would be the best glue or whatever to re-attach these small trim pieces and have them stay? Thanks for any advice!

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Keith Seymore · 08-19-2014, 11:42 AM

3M emblem adhesive.

K

Steve Cole · 08-19-2014, 12:28 PM

Thanks Keith. Can I buy it at the auto parts store?

68shortwide · 08-19-2014, 01:39 PM

You should be able to, or any dealer or rod shop

**Ol Blue K20** · 08-19-2014, 01:45 PM

I would use a clear silicone. It's not such a mess to use and once it's dry excess can be trimmed off easily.

Lee H · 08-19-2014, 01:54 PM

If you can't find it at your local auto house it's available from amazon.com.

turp mcspray · 08-19-2014, 01:57 PM

I like clear silicone as well!

Andy4639 · 08-19-2014, 02:59 PM

A couple of drops of supper glue would work to I would think since it's plastic.

boraxman · 08-19-2014, 05:57 PM

JB Weld - Yup

Aussie Ol' Blue · 08-19-2014, 06:59 PM

I had exactly the same issue and used plumbers silicon. I pulled off all the others and re fixed them as well, surprising how little glue they were originally fixed with! Handy hint.. I put the plumbers silicone into a small 5ml syringe. nice clean, no mess, beading!

elimontfort · 08-19-2014, 08:04 PM

My ones from LMC simply fell off after about 6 months and the truck is kept inside and was not driven that time.

Steve Cole · 08-19-2014, 08:17 PM

Thanks for the great tips guys. No matter which one I use, I'm definitely using the syringe! Great idea!

Orange67 · 08-19-2014, 09:28 PM

Don't use super glue- it's water soluble. Which means, it will eventually fall off again after washing/being rained on.

Tinkermc · 08-19-2014, 09:31 PM

Sounds like a handful of good sugestions.

**70shortfleet** · 08-19-2014, 09:47 PM

100% clear silicone

**truckdude239** · 08-19-2014, 10:06 PM

3m emblem gule it will never fall off again i use taht stuff at work its crazy!!!

71K20chevy · 08-19-2014, 10:07 PM

Clear silicone is what I would use. Super glue will work, but it could also fog the lens.

**thelonerife** · 08-19-2014, 10:47 PM

maybe epoxy

jmorri34 · 08-20-2014, 07:47 AM

Yea I used 2 part clear epoxy with the syringe and you couldnt blow mine off with a stick of dynomite!!

**BIG ORANGE** · 08-20-2014, 07:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Keith Seymore

3M emblem adhesive.

K

I second that,, pick it up at Advance Auto,,,

Steve Cole · 08-20-2014, 11:38 AM

Thanks for all the great ideas guys!

Mr-Jack · 08-20-2014, 12:31 PM

2 part epoxy gets my vote here

Quote:

Originally Posted by Orange67

Don't use super glue- it's water soluble. Which means, it will eventually fall off again after washing/being rained on.

from the looks of that truck, I don't think it's been rained on in quite some time.

**67 cst swb** · 08-20-2014, 12:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Steve Cole

My side marker lights (both sides) the stainless trim piece (upper) has fallen off from being brushed against due to a small garage with no space.

I think a larger garage would fix it as well.

08-19-2014, 11:15 AM	#1
Steve Cole Registered User Join Date: May 2012 Location: Faith,NC Posts: 1,626	Can somebody tell me how to fix this? My side marker lights (both sides) the stainless trim piece (upper) has fallen off from being brushed against due to a small garage with no space. My question is, what would be the best glue or whatever to re-attach these small trim pieces and have them stay? Thanks for any advice!

08-19-2014, 11:42 AM	#2
Keith Seymore Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: Motor City Posts: 9,237	Re: Can somebody tell me how to fix this? 3M emblem adhesive. K __________________ Chevrolet Flint Assembly 1979-1986 GM Full Size Truck Engineering 1986 - 2019 Intro from an Old Assembly Guy: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=342926 My Pontiac story: http://forums.maxperformanceinc.com/...d.php?t=560524 Chevelle intro: http://www.superchevy.com/features/s...hevy-chevelle/

08-19-2014, 12:28 PM	#3
Steve Cole Registered User Join Date: May 2012 Location: Faith,NC Posts: 1,626	Re: Can somebody tell me how to fix this? Thanks Keith. Can I buy it at the auto parts store?

08-19-2014, 01:39 PM	#4
68shortwide Registered User Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Missouri Posts: 1,427	Re: Can somebody tell me how to fix this? You should be able to, or any dealer or rod shop __________________ Jack 1968 swb on air

08-19-2014, 01:45 PM	#5
Ol Blue K20 Proprietor of Dale's Corner Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Vacaville , CA Posts: 16,247	Re: Can somebody tell me how to fix this? I would use a clear silicone. It's not such a mess to use and once it's dry excess can be trimmed off easily. __________________ "Some Days Chickens And Some Days Feathers" Dale XNGH ECV Sam Brannan 1004 R.I.P. 67ChevyRedneck R.I.P. Grumpy Old Man R.I.P. FleetsidePaul

08-19-2014, 01:54 PM	#6
Lee H Registered User Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Upland Ca Posts: 4,148	Re: Can somebody tell me how to fix this? If you can't find it at your local auto house it's available from amazon.com. __________________ 1972 C10 SWB, Air, PS, PB, 350/350THM. Second owner. 1965 Corvette roadster, 44K miles, 327/365 SHP, 4 speed, side exhaust, knockoffs, teak, second owner (bought in 1970), Have ALL numbers matching components. My frame off restoration thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=556703

08-19-2014, 01:57 PM	#7
turp mcspray Registered User Join Date: May 2007 Location: Rapid City South Dakota Posts: 2,359	Re: Can somebody tell me how to fix this? I like clear silicone as well! __________________ Turp Mcspray New life for an old 2wd, farm blazer http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=505987 My Blazer build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=342299

08-19-2014, 02:59 PM	#8
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,945	Re: Can somebody tell me how to fix this? A couple of drops of supper glue would work to I would think since it's plastic. __________________ 1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs.

08-19-2014, 05:57 PM	#9
boraxman Keepin an eye out Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: So.Cal Posts: 3,920	Re: Can somebody tell me how to fix this? JB Weld - Yup __________________ 1970 Chevy C10 SWB 5.3 1996 Toyota Tacoma SR5 4x4 2007 Vespa GTS 250 Scooter ZIP 91351

08-19-2014, 06:59 PM	#10
Aussie Ol' Blue Registered User Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Sassafras. Victoria. The beautiful Mount Dandenong Ranges Posts: 234	Re: Can somebody tell me how to fix this? I had exactly the same issue and used plumbers silicon. I pulled off all the others and re fixed them as well, surprising how little glue they were originally fixed with! Handy hint.. I put the plumbers silicone into a small 5ml syringe. nice clean, no mess, beading! __________________ CLASSIC 1970 C20 WITH A RUMBLIN' V8. IT'S MY MID-LIFE CRISIS ONLY IT AIN'T A LITTLE RED SPORTS CAR OR A HARLEY! IF YOU'RE GUNNA SKATE ON THIN ICE, YOU MAY AS WELL TAP DANCE!

08-19-2014, 08:04 PM	#11
elimontfort Registered User Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Sunbury, N.C Posts: 140	Re: Can somebody tell me how to fix this? My ones from LMC simply fell off after about 6 months and the truck is kept inside and was not driven that time.

08-19-2014, 08:17 PM	#12
Steve Cole Registered User Join Date: May 2012 Location: Faith,NC Posts: 1,626	Re: Can somebody tell me how to fix this? Thanks for the great tips guys. No matter which one I use, I'm definitely using the syringe! Great idea!

08-19-2014, 09:28 PM	#13
Orange67 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Syracuse, Utah Posts: 499	Re: Can somebody tell me how to fix this? Don't use super glue- it's water soluble. Which means, it will eventually fall off again after washing/being rained on. __________________ Justin '67 C20 CST Custom Camper '04.5 LLY Duramax CCSB...sold

08-19-2014, 09:31 PM	#14
Tinkermc Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Farmville, Va Posts: 3,026	Re: Can somebody tell me how to fix this? Sounds like a handful of good sugestions.

08-19-2014, 09:47 PM	#15
70shortfleet Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: St.Peters, MO Posts: 2,242	Re: Can somebody tell me how to fix this? 100% clear silicone



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08-19-2014, 10:06 PM	#16
truckdude239 Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Lewisville, Nc Posts: 10,238	Re: Can somebody tell me how to fix this? 3m emblem gule it will never fall off again i use taht stuff at work its crazy!!! __________________ David fuller Ase Certified Mechanic Click here to help support our board!! 1971 Chevy c-10 under going a 4.8l LSx swap Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=421305 2007 Honda Accord my daily 145kmiles 2002 Honda Accord 4 door With 330k(sisters car) 2005 toyota Avalon 228k( brothers car) 2002 Sububran 5.3 245k 2000 Tahoe 5.3l 378 General manager for Marco's Carwash & lube

08-19-2014, 10:07 PM	#17
71K20chevy Registered User Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Ft Wayne Indiana Posts: 1,205	Re: Can somebody tell me how to fix this? Clear silicone is what I would use. Super glue will work, but it could also fog the lens. __________________ 71 K20 64 GMC mud truck

08-19-2014, 10:47 PM	#18
thelonerife Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Clarksville TN 37043 Posts: 8,702	Re: Can somebody tell me how to fix this? maybe epoxy __________________ Chuck 68swb Fleetside build ''Choncho'' http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=374892 My trailer redo http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...69#post5893869 Chuy my 59 bug http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=653798 Putnam 87 GMC Shop truck http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=707687

08-20-2014, 07:47 AM	#19
jmorri34 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Spring, Tx. Posts: 479	Re: Can somebody tell me how to fix this? Yea I used 2 part clear epoxy with the syringe and you couldnt blow mine off with a stick of dynomite!! __________________ 1969 cst prostreet http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=568661

08-20-2014, 11:38 AM	#21
Steve Cole Registered User Join Date: May 2012 Location: Faith,NC Posts: 1,626	Re: Can somebody tell me how to fix this? Thanks for all the great ideas guys!

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