moodster 55 Report post Posted January 27, 2017 My interior pillar molding along the windshield is busted in several places. I'm certain it is original. It looks like it is made out of a hard thick plastic of some sort. It's about a 1/4 inch thick. How can I repair this? Should I use fiberglass, epoxy, etc? david 7 aapedVem, zapedVem, eapedVem and 4 others reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mike65 475 Report post Posted January 27, 2017 I would use epoxy. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BryanFerry 0 Report post Posted January 27, 2017 Spamaroo Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ridge Runner 1,113 Report post Posted January 27, 2017 I just fixed one with plastic pipe glue ,let it dry a day or two and it will work well Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PercymeLve 0 Report post Posted January 28, 2017 Spam Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JayEstes 172 Report post Posted January 28, 2017 I repair alot of this kind of stuff with JB Weld. I'll work a little bit of it into the crack, and set the piece, then if there's room on the backside, I'll build it up a bit. JB dries quite hard, and can provide some additional structural support. While you've got it out, put a nice coat of plastic paint on it to make it look new. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RPM 1,190 Report post Posted January 28, 2017 I used Plastic Weld from JB Weld on the same trim piece. It's held up fine, and as pot metal pieces repaired with their Steel Stik. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mustangstofear 608 Report post Posted January 28, 2017 3M 8115 :) 1 JayEstes reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
barnett468 418 Report post Posted January 30, 2017 i repair them by buying other ones. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
1969_Mach1 333 Report post Posted January 30, 2017 I agree, a small part like that, replace it. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RPM 1,190 Report post Posted January 30, 2017 3M 8115 :) Is not the 3M glue and gun mucho more dollars than a replacement piece? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
moodster 55 Report post Posted January 30, 2017 Are the replacement pieces of a good fit and quality? I know my originals are pretty thick and fit well but are busted around the screw heads. david Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RPM 1,190 Report post Posted January 30, 2017 Are the replacement pieces of a good fit and quality? Always a good point. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
1969_Mach1 333 Report post Posted January 30, 2017 I'm sure there are plenty of used good A piller trim pieces available if the replacements are poor quality. First place I can think of is Perogie Enterprises. I'm sure there are many other places with used parts as well. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rsanter 152 Report post Posted January 31, 2017 Use epoxy and also epoxy on a patch on the back side to add strength. I like to use the aluminum from drink cans. Pieces missing can be built up with epoxy and the use an exact to scratch in the graining. Bob 1 JayEstes reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JayEstes 172 Report post Posted February 1, 2017 Use epoxy and also epoxy on a patch on the back side to add strength. I like to use the aluminum from drink cans. Pieces missing can be built up with epoxy and the use an exact to scratch in the graining. Bob Frickin' genius! Love the idea of the simple alum patch piece. Ideas from guys who either have more time than money, or love the originals more, or no one makes a good repro. Great input. I gotta be honest, I'm pretty disappointed in most of the repro stuff out there. it is usually cheap, and there is usually a reason for that, found sooner, or later. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
larryc94 38 Report post Posted February 1, 2017 When you use a patch like the alum can use a paper punch to make holes so the epoxy flows through for added "bite" Sometimes use flat or angle alum stock and drill holes for epoxy to flow through Larry Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stangnet33 88 Report post Posted February 1, 2017 make holes so the epoxy flows through for added "bite" Use the same process when repairing plastic bumpers 1 JayEstes reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mustangstofear 608 Report post Posted February 2, 2017 Is not the 3M glue and gun mucho more dollars than a replacement piece? Not when you do it for a living and have cases of it in stock :) 1 RPM reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
barnett468 418 Report post Posted February 2, 2017 When you use a patch like the alum can use a paper punch to make holes so the epoxy flows through for added "bite" You should also use cans made in the USA like the ones Budweiser or Pabst Blue Ribbon Beer come in as they are thicker and better material than the ones Corona or Tsingto use. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
