My 86 GN came with the factory side moldings (option B88)
They are still on the car and seem to b in decent shape. I have finished the mechanical restoration (frame off, engine rebuild, the works) and it will bee going to the paint shop this winter. So I have a few questions.
1. Even with the30 year old paint, the moldings look more tired than the paint. If I keep them I was wondering if they were glossier black when new and can that be recreated with paint
2. Since I am putting two new doors on, the moldings will have to come off anyway. I have heard three different explanations of how they are attached at the factory (screws, rivets, adhesive) Looking for a definitive answer to this one. Any tips on removal?
3. Lastly, wondering of the general opinion as to whether the GN looks better with/without. The big advantage of leaving them is ding protection. It does seem to have cleaner lines without. The car is far from original now so that isn't a concern for me. What do GN drivers think?
They are still on the car and seem to b in decent shape. I have finished the mechanical restoration (frame off, engine rebuild, the works) and it will bee going to the paint shop this winter. So I have a few questions.
1. Even with the30 year old paint, the moldings look more tired than the paint. If I keep them I was wondering if they were glossier black when new and can that be recreated with paint
2. Since I am putting two new doors on, the moldings will have to come off anyway. I have heard three different explanations of how they are attached at the factory (screws, rivets, adhesive) Looking for a definitive answer to this one. Any tips on removal?
3. Lastly, wondering of the general opinion as to whether the GN looks better with/without. The big advantage of leaving them is ding protection. It does seem to have cleaner lines without. The car is far from original now so that isn't a concern for me. What do GN drivers think?