Trim
Thread Starter
|
Posting Guru
Joined: Jun 2006
Posts: 1,019
Likes: 0
From: Slatington PA
Trim
Whats the best way to remove the trim around my wheel wells. i want to paint the trim balck, instead of the ugly tan it is now(with krylon!!). I dont know what the best way is to remove those plastic things theat hold it on, and if i remove it my ay, it'll end up with a trip to the dealer to get 32 of those thingys for replacment(and i bet they charge you a good arm & leg for em too). also, any recomendations for removing the bumper, i think some of the bolts are rusted on, so i'm getting a couplke cans of Liquid Wrench in case.
Post Fiend
Joined: Feb 2003
Posts: 6,940
Likes: 2
From: Eastern WA
I use a trim tool to pull that type of fastener (go buy one at Autozone for about $8). While you could buy replacements at the dealer, it just so happens that NAPA has a wonderful selection of all sorts of plastic fasteners, including the barbed ones that you will probably need. I say probably since I don't know what year you are driving and must assume.
Elder User
Joined: Mar 2005
Posts: 905
Likes: 0
As for the bumper bolts, Try spraying the liquid wrench on them and let them sit for a while. Tap them with a hammer, and I wouldn't use a breaker bar, the head might shear off. If you have access to a jewelers torch, heat them a little that will definately help.
Post Fiend
Joined: Jul 2005
Posts: 8,462
Likes: 4
From: Durant, OK (SOSU)
WD-40 works as well. That being said, I had no problems with my '94, though they were torqued on with a GOOD bit of force.
Trending Topics
Elder User
Joined: Aug 2006
Posts: 761
Likes: 0
From: Southeast MI
I read from G2Iwraith's superlong battle that diesel #2 great for overnight soak & as good or better than liquid wrench overall.
FTE Stories
Ford Trucks for Ford Truck Enthusiasts
3 Best / 3 Worst Parts of Modern Ford Ownership
Brett Foote
10 Amazing Upgrades That Solve Common Ford Truck Owner Headaches
Pouria Savadkouei
Every 2026 Ford Engine Explained
Brett Foote
10 Ugly Ford Trucks That We Still Kinda Love
Joe Kucinski
10 Things Every Truck Owner NEEDS (2026 Edition)
Michael S. Palmer
Rezvani's Latest Post-Apocalyptic Monster Is a Ford F-150 Raptor Underneath
Verdad Gallardo
Top 10 Most Expensive Ford Trucks Ever Sold on Bring a Trailer
Joe Kucinski
2027 Ford Super Duty Buyer's Guide (Every Model, Engine, & Package)
Brett Foote
Top 10 Ford Truck Tragedies
Joe Kucinski
Posting Guru
Joined: May 2004
Posts: 1,343
Likes: 0
From: Higginsville, MO
I don't know if anyone here has access to Conklin products(I used to be a rep) but they have a product called Rust Bomb that is absolutely the best penetrating oil I have ever used in my life and I have tried a lot of different things. You might be able to buy direct from their site at www.conklin.com but I'm not sure. Its not cheap at 11 or 12 dollars a can but trust me, it works like a champ.
Thread Starter
|
Posting Guru
Joined: Jun 2006
Posts: 1,019
Likes: 0
From: Slatington PA
Ok, thanks. i wanted to take them off to repain, because i'm putting a black scoop on it, and thing the rest of the truck should match. i also bought undercarriage lights for at night.