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Posted by vsfoxe [Email] (#1025) [Profile/Gallery] (more from vsfoxe) on Wed, 19 Jun 2013 00:23:18 Share Post by Email
In Reply to: Re: decor strips, Saabu [Profile/Gallery] , Tue, 18 Jun 2013 20:49:47
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Around 5-6 years ago I didn’t really want to spend $175-$200 on original Saab parts (some of which are discontinued), so I toured some car lots seriously searching for a suitable replacement. Best I could find was the rear bumper trim from a ‘98-’02 Buick Century. It’s chrome finished, but a more-roundish profile (Saab OEM is almost flat), and a little narrower (+/-1 mm?) vertically than the original. It’s also self-adhesive (peel-n-stick), which made the job somewhat easier – no end clips to deal with.

The trim strip for Buick is thicker, so I carefully trimmed the backside with a utility knife for 3/8 to 5/8 inch where it gets inserted into the bumper cover & panels. Cleaned the area with Brake Cleaner, so it adheres nicely, and was careful to align it with the top of the slot. Looks quite good, won’t pass Concours judging, but does look very nice – and I’m old and critical! I bought 2 rear bumper trim strips at the Buick dealer for $75, and had just enough, plus 10” or so left over. They had it in stock for the body shops.

Then, a couple years ago I purchased some from Steve Lewis on the auction site. I think he was English and it took forever to get delivered. Looks great, has a nice flat profile. I haven't used it yet, so I don't know how the adhesive holds up. Vern

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