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boostjunky · 12-30-2009, 01:45 PM

I have a set of eyelids I am going to install. What is the best adhesive to use that will keep them as close to the housings as possible.
I'm thinking double sided tape, but is there a particular brand that works best. I'm new to the paint and mirrors stuff.

LIPCOLL320 · 12-30-2009, 02:41 PM

3M double side tape is best, just make sure you use the red backed tape as opposed to the blue backed tape (the blue is thicker). Also it is very important to use 3M adhesion promotor on both surfaces prior to installation. Be sure to leave a 1/8 inch space between the tape and the outter edge of the peice being installed. Make sure that both surfaces are warm and that you apply 30 pounds of pressure after application. Do all this and its not coming off;)

Erik · 12-30-2009, 03:40 PM

i use 3m for allllll of my things. He pretty much nailed it up there!

12-30-2009, 01:45 PM	#1
boostjunky Tri-State Aficionado Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Lehigh Valley Member #5261 My Ride: 1993 D27, 1994 D22A, 2004 CS7A iTrader: (0)	eyelid adhesive? I have a set of eyelids I am going to install. What is the best adhesive to use that will keep them as close to the housings as possible. I'm thinking double sided tape, but is there a particular brand that works best. I'm new to the paint and mirrors stuff.

12-30-2009, 03:40 PM	#3
Erik Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: May 2006 Location: Glenside, PA Member #1962 My Ride: 2001 Audi A6 2.7 Twin Turbo iTrader: (4)	i use 3m for allllll of my things. He pretty much nailed it up there! __________________ --Eric '96 Mazda Miata \| FM V-Maxx Coilovers \| Jackson Racing Exhaust/Intake GONE To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 signatures. 01' Audi A6 2.7 Twin Turbo \| Daily \| NoMods

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12-30-2009, 02:41 PM	#2
LIPCOLL320 Former Vendor Join Date: Mar 2009 Member #11237 My Ride: 06' F-250 Lariet 6.0 PSD, 03' Cobra Sold iTrader: (0)	3M double side tape is best, just make sure you use the red backed tape as opposed to the blue backed tape (the blue is thicker). Also it is very important to use 3M adhesion promotor on both surfaces prior to installation. Be sure to leave a 1/8 inch space between the tape and the outter edge of the peice being installed. Make sure that both surfaces are warm and that you apply 30 pounds of pressure after application. Do all this and its not coming off;)