wheel arch trims

[richard157 0]

Thought i would have a look at my arches with the idea of,if they were in good condition i would leave them off and get some cl side trims.Unfortunately theres a bit to much grot on the rears so ive got rid of the rust and tried to put the arches back on with screws where the rivets were and strong double sided tape.The problem ive got is where the top part of the arches touched the body work they have rubbed a deep line down to the primer coat and when the arches are fixed in place they sit lower than originally and the line shows,i can push the arches up but they wont stay there.Im getting some Tiger seal tomorrow,any body got any ideas or tips on how to hold the arches in place while the sealant dries?

[Ben Seabrook 4]

just use masking tape to hold them in place mate while the glue dries

[richard157 0]

i thought that but they need quite a bit of upwards pressure to get them in the original position so the marks where they sat originally cant be seen.wondered if theres any sort of clamps out there or special ways of wedging them up?

[VR6_Jim 0]

i used duck tape with mine didnt leave any sticky marks or any thing like that

Jim

[richard157 0]

never thought of duck tape.is there no end to its usefullness?lol,ill give that a go as soon as it stops raining.

[Ben Seabrook 4]

yeah duct tape would also work but masking tape is surprisingly strong mate and tried and tested ! :)

[richard157 0]

hmmm,perhaps a combination of both,some cunningly placed wedges and a crafty beer.go away rain,grrrr.

[Ben Seabrook 4]

ha ha sounds like a plan good luck mate