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bcolins 04-09-2015 06:54 PM

Any suggestions for securing a grill that is loose due to broken tabs?
 
Passenger side grill is loose,....it actually fell out at the car wash today. I have it secured with some wire ties at the moment.

I thought I would secure it with some RTV silicone adhesive unless someone here has a better way to address this. I figured the Silicone would be strong enough to hold it, and still be easily removed if I decide to do a different grill in the future.

BC in Cedar Park

14thbmw 04-09-2015 08:01 PM

I had to do that too - if you can't bend the metal tabs on the car or otherwise get it to hold, then silicone glue is fine. Then we hit a deer and broke it, so I ordered a new one and it fit right :)

imalabil 04-09-2015 08:46 PM

I used a wooden wedge that I RTV'd in place.
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jdstrickland 04-09-2015 09:10 PM

Get a new one, or a bottle of super glue.

ScoobyDooBMW 04-10-2015 07:22 AM

I replaced both of mine they fit perfect. Just replace them.

g300d 04-10-2015 07:45 AM

Double sided tape can work too.

Zulu95 04-10-2015 08:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by g300d (Post 1033957)
Double sided tape can work too.

3M red body panel tape should put it in place for as long as you'll need. It is used for body moldings etc.
I picked my last roll up on fleaby for good money.


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