1979 malibu drip rail chrome removal

[littlboo1]

hey im have a small issue getting the drip rail chrome off of the 79 malibu on the drivers side dont have the right tools i guess does anyone have any suggestions on how is the easiest way to get it to come off any help would be appreciated

thanks Rick

 

[mebe007]

There usually just held on by adhesive. Should be able to just pull them off

 

[Longroof79]

I've encountered a problem pulling my drip rail mouldings. Infact, I broke one side trying to get it off. I have noticed that they were stuck on with double sided trim tape.
I had pulled a set at the junkyard when there happened to be a wagon present. They came right off in my hands with a just a gentle twisting motion.
The ones on my car were a bear. I made a makeshift tool using a flat piece of metal bent in a loop with a narrowed edge that caught underneath the moulding. You then were able to pry upwards and it helped twist the moulding off. However, it had to be done a section at a time, or else you can easily destroy them. I learned the hard way first time around.
They are very soft metal, so caution is advised.

 

[gpguy]

Church key (okay Im old) old fashined little can bottle opener works well :lol:

 

[littlboo1]

thanks for the input i will try and see if i can get it off just need one for my new project it doesnt have one on it


Thanks Rick

 

[Longroof79]

Church key (okay Im old) old fashioned little can bottle opener works well :lol:

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:lol: It's funny that you mentioned a "church key". My buddy also suggested using one to remove the drip rail mouldings.
Placing a piece of tape on the part or tab that would come in contact with the moulding itself.
Nowadays, most younger guys probably haven't heard of a church key, or know what it is.