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Posted: March 13 2008 10:28 PM
 
Ken Springhorn (aka REBORN55) [ View ] [ Email ] [ Car Ads ] [ Blogs ]
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I need to attach some velcro to the inside of a convertible top. The double back tape stuff won't stick to the material. Any recommendations as to what type of adhesive to use, 3M super weatherstrip cement, 3M super trim adhesive, etc. Needs to adhere very well. Thanks
 
 
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Posted by Starfire  -  03/13/2008 10:53 PM
Chances are the material that nothing wants to stick to has some sort of mold release residue on it and it's possible nothing, including the 3M adhesives you mentioned, is going to stick to it without cleaning the area with an appropriate solvent. The question is what will cut the release residue without harming that which it is on. In a case like this plain rubbing alcohol might make for a good test and if that doesn't do it try soap and water with a good rinse. Just be careful or you might end up with an unwanted moon roof with no way of closing it. Meaning I wouldn't touch it with anything like acetone, lacquer thinner, or MEK without first testing on a piece of scrap material.
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Posted by REBORN55  -  03/13/2008 10:58 PM
probably so---there are velcro strips glued on there now--very well--don't know how long they have been on there. Just need to know what would be best after area is scuffed and cleaned
Ken [ View ] [ Email ] [ Blogs ] [ Car Ads ] De soto, Illinois
 
Posted by RedricoAdelphianet  -  03/14/2008 09:56 AM
possable to sew?
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Posted by Crazyhorse Rod Shop  -  03/14/2008 10:11 AM
good contact cement . apply to both side and let dry overnight then apply a thin coat and let dry until tacky.
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Posted by 31tudor  -  03/14/2008 01:32 PM
Self tapping screws about 3" long should hold it just fine!
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Posted by REBORN55  -  03/14/2008 04:16 PM
screw would work but it sure would be a pain in the butt unscrewing it every time I want to put the top down
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