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Installing Enamel Cobra Emblems for Hood and Trunk
I picked up a set of the classic Cobra emblems for the hood & trunk. They have small pins on them, but I'm thinking it might be best to get rid of the pins and use 3M trim adhesive to install them. Any thoughts on this from those that have installed them?
Thanks,
Dave
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For sure cut off the pins. I've always mounted mine with 3M 03609 Scotch-Mount 1/2" x 5' Molding Tape. Widely available and works great. Also available in other widths and lengths.
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Originally Posted by
wallace18
That is what I would do.
Originally Posted by
edwardb
For sure cut off the pins. I've always mounted mine with 3M 03609 Scotch-Mount 1/2" x 5' Molding Tape. Widely available and works great. Also available in other widths and lengths.
Thanks guys!
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Seems to be the general consensus over the years Dave... cut and stick....
Kurt
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Hi Papa / Factory Five community - i'm actually looking for a set of emblems myself - any recommendations where i can get some / sizes i should use-location / etc.?
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Dremel the pins off and use the double-sided 3M tape.
Kyle
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I cut the pins and use a drop of silicone so they sit flat...da Bat
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Originally Posted by
j.miller
I cut the pins and use a drop of silicone so they sit flat...da Bat
Me too, cut the pins off and used silicone, perfect!
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I'd tell you where I got mine, but don't want to risk the wrath of Dave H. for promoting a non-supporting vendor's products.
PM me and I'll let you know where to look.
Last edited by Papa; 04-30-2019 at 01:35 PM.
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#8 2" long woodscrew, right in the middle
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Originally Posted by
rich grsc
#8 2" long woodscrew, right in the middle
If you use two screws, the emblem won't spin, unless you prefer the spinning effect.
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Originally Posted by
Papa
If you use two screws, the emblem won't spin, unless you prefer the spinning effect.
I like the helicopter effect, plus it makes a sound like a spaceship.
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Originally Posted by
rich grsc
I like the helicopter effect, plus it makes a sound like a spaceship.
Got to be real careful to get that screw right in the center or it will vibrate like hell.
George
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OK.....A dab of silicone, two screws and packaging tape and we are good to go !
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If everything seems under control, you’re just not going fast enough....
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MKIV complete kit # 9395 delivered 7/31/18
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I like a Gr8 3/8 bolt with a steel locknut, so the thugs cant necklace it.
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Originally Posted by
Boydster
I like a Gr8 3/8 bolt with a steel locknut, so the thugs cant necklace it.
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3m moulding adheadive here but I used several layers because the car is curved and the emblems are flat. Worked great and very solid just expensive.
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Originally Posted by
rsw81
Subscribed to see where people buy them from and preferred mounting method.
Ordered mine from Finish Line