Trim Clips

[BadBird]

I looked on the TFFN web site and found quite a few hits on how to install the body side trim on my 64. Bunch of different ideas but not sure which is best. Most say to install the clips in the square holes on the body with a sealant. But they don't say what type sealant to use. Any one know the best product to use?
Then they mention to install the screw on type clips onto the trim, seal around the hole and clip and then snap the trim in place. Also when snapping the trim in place is there a preferred process that minimizes paint damage?

[BadBird]

Help!! I am still looking for some help on this issue and am prepared to install the chevrons on both sides. Is there a specific seal that is used to put in those large holes prior to bolting down the chevrons? Any help appreciated. Thanks

[Nathan289]

I think FOrd just used that black seem sealer stuff that they used everywhere..
The same putty stuff used to attach the water shields behind the door panals. Somebody sells it in a roll.
Try mac's or kanter.. but I think 3m makes a simular product.

Nathan

[Luva65wagon]

Larry,

Strip caulk by 3M sold at Wesco (in a blue 1 x 8 x 4 box) is what you use for all that trim and all the seams where body panels bolt to one another. It cleans off with mineral spirits, which is pretty benign when used on painted surfaces (if it oozes out and needs to be cleaned off). I checked my Falcon book and that's what they show.

[BadBird]

Thanks, I appreciate the input and I'll stop by there on the way home from work.

[BadBird]

I bought the box of Strip Caulk from Wesco yesterday and it works great on the fasteners for the chevrons. It looks like there is a lifetime supply in the box but at least it didn't cost and arm and a leg. $14.50. Thanks for the help Roger