I found a wrecked '05 GXP/SLE that I want to remove the door cladding and rocker molding.
Never having seen one with the parts already removed, I need to know the best way to remove them (and without BREAKING them).
Any pics or suggestions on HOW to get them off, special tools, issues to watch for, etc.?
Thank,
Ken
Best way to remove GXP Rockers and door cladding
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Kersh
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2001 Olds Aurora 4.0 w/GXP Exhaust and High-flow cat (OSV Wannabe) *Sold*
2001 Pontiac Bonneville SSEi, 3.4" MPS, Intense Tune, SD headers, high-flow Cat, GXP exhaust, Modified Air Intake, 180* thermostat, GXP: 18" GXP wheels w/255/45/18 tires, CF Trim, Brakes and Strut Tower Brace. SOON TO HAVE: GXP Swaybars.
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nos4blood70
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Re: Best way to remove GXP Rockers and door cladding
No special tools needed. The door cladding is taped on with double sided tape. Carefully pry them off.
The lower skirts and cladding have clips on the bottom and in the wheel well, from what I remember.
The lower skirts and cladding have clips on the bottom and in the wheel well, from what I remember.
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Re: Best way to remove GXP Rockers and door cladding
Fishing line with two dowels can be used to "saw" through the tape once you get enough space to start working it. Use at least 10lb fishing line or a microbraid.
A temporary fix does not exist. It becomes a solution until it needs to be fixed again.
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