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Old November 11th, 2020, 02:01 PM
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Halo Trim Removal

!970 Cutlass Supreme with a factory vinyl top.
I've searched and didn't have a lot of luck.
The halo trim is pristine and I don't want to damage it of course.
I did find the studs and nuts (4) in the rear lower corner and was able get those loose, then I stopped. There is no doubt a sequence for removal of the trim. With a flashlight I can see screws protruding under the sail panel area. I assume these are holding the clips in place to which the trim snaps onto. I'm going to try to find a picture of the clips so I can determine the best approach for removal.
Anyone care to enlighten me further?
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Old November 11th, 2020, 02:32 PM
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There is a gm trim removal tool idk if it works on that trim tho
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Old November 11th, 2020, 02:45 PM
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Thanks Retro. I'll figure it out, to me that's part of the challenge working on these older cars.
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Old November 11th, 2020, 03:03 PM
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The Fisher Body Manual shows all the trim attachment methods.

Cheaper than ruining the trim.
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Old November 11th, 2020, 03:11 PM
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Thanks, unfortunately I don't have that manual.
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Old November 12th, 2020, 01:38 PM
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Originally Posted by klleetrucking
Thanks, unfortunately I don't have that manual.
Buy one.
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Old November 12th, 2020, 02:42 PM
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Originally Posted by klleetrucking
Thanks, unfortunately I don't have that manual.
Check your PM..
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