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Rear window Chrome Trim removal

Hey guys, i need to remove some chrome trim around the rear windscreen, getting a little rust appearing at the base of the window and want to attack it before it gets too bad.

now in the event that i break anything, i'm pretty stuffed as i won't be able to get replacements without major costs/effort.

I realise the question has been asked before, and i realise its held on with clips.
but i'd like to know the best method for getting the clips released.
If there is a tool available for it, does anyone have a photo of it?

thanks
83 Thunderbird Heritage - Right Hand Drive
95 Falcon GLi

Rear window Chrome Trim removal

Reply #1
And as my sig says, its an 83.
i realise theres a difference between earlier and later models.
83 Thunderbird Heritage - Right Hand Drive
95 Falcon GLi

Rear window Chrome Trim removal

Reply #2
double post
Fox-less at the moment

Rear window Chrome Trim removal

Reply #3
Here is a pic of my removal tool
Fox-less at the moment

Rear window Chrome Trim removal

Reply #4
From the 84 shop manual.
Not a very good picture but the tool looks pretty simple. I just slid a screwdriver under mine to pry it off, but something thinner may be better.

Rear window Chrome Trim removal

Reply #5
Thanks guys, both are very helpful.
Will see if i can find a tool like that locally.
83 Thunderbird Heritage - Right Hand Drive
95 Falcon GLi

Rear window Chrome Trim removal

Reply #6
Try an auto glass shop. They may have the correct tool.

Rear window Chrome Trim removal

Reply #7
I've ordered the pliers, just have to wait till they get here :D
don't want to take any chances!

that and i'll need them a few times anyway for when it gets resprayed.
83 Thunderbird Heritage - Right Hand Drive
95 Falcon GLi

Rear window Chrome Trim removal

Reply #8
I use something like this to remove almost all the trim on my car.
http://www.diyupholsterysupply.com/TL4C/upholstery-tack-remover.html
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Reply #9
Order some new clips too.  They like to rust.
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I glued my front trim on this time
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***** Project "EVOLUTION" 1987 Cougar LS  & 1985 Cougar Convertible *****
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5.0 HO 306 roller block, machined GT-40P heads, Wiseco dished forged pistons, Eagle forged floating I-beam connecting rods, Lunati pushrods, ARP bolts, Scorpion aluminum 1.6 rockers, Comp Cams Magnum 266HR, Explorer intake, 65mm TB, MAF Conversion, 19# injectors, Ford Racing stainless P-headers, 2-1/2" cat-less exhaust w/ Flowtech Afterburner lers , SC AOD with 2800 BDR torque converter, 3.73 T-Lok rear, CHE rear control arms, full 2-1/2" frame w/1" jacking rails & seat supports, Rear disk brakes, Turbine wheels, All original interior w/ floor shift upgrade .......
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Quote from: daminc;386721
I glued my front trim on this time

As did I.  The rear as well.  ;)
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Reply #12
Quote from: V8Demon;386724
As did I.  The rear as well.  ;)

I happened to get a bunch of new(ish) clips from Kitz for my back window.. or I would have glued that too
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5.0 HO 306 roller block, machined GT-40P heads, Wiseco dished forged pistons, Eagle forged floating I-beam connecting rods, Lunati pushrods, ARP bolts, Scorpion aluminum 1.6 rockers, Comp Cams Magnum 266HR, Explorer intake, 65mm TB, MAF Conversion, 19# injectors, Ford Racing stainless P-headers, 2-1/2" cat-less exhaust w/ Flowtech Afterburner lers , SC AOD with 2800 BDR torque converter, 3.73 T-Lok rear, CHE rear control arms, full 2-1/2" frame w/1" jacking rails & seat supports, Rear disk brakes, Turbine wheels, All original interior w/ floor shift upgrade .......
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