Reproduction windshield trim issues

[JohnnyK]

Originally Posted by ScottsGT

I saw a video of Chip Foose showing how to do this with a set of punches, chisels and miniature dollys.

Do you know where to find this video? I've been searching to no avail. I would be very interested to see it!

[Fstbk]

I have seen videos on youtube of polishing stainless trim, even dent repairs.

Here is a start.

Episode 9 Season 2 Polishing Musclecar Stainless Trim Autorestomod 1 - YouTube

Episode 9 Season 2 Polishing Musclecar Stainless Trim Autorestomod 1 - YouTube

[Black Gold 380R]

I used repos and they fit very well. I did notice they were thin and could dent easily, so I just made sure I was very careful. It was also nice that my bro was there to help. The extra hands helped a lot.

[ScottsGT]

Originally Posted by JohnnyK

Do you know where to find this video? I've been searching to no avail. I would be very interested to see it!

It was actually on an episode of Overhaulin' where they were reworking a car.

[JohnnyK]

Don't recall which one eh?

[ScottsGT]

Originally Posted by JohnnyK

Don't recall which one eh?

Naa, sorry. But you're basically raising the dent using a blunt punch without going too high. File with flat file, see more low spots, peck it from behind again. I found it helps to use a bench vise opened just a little less than the width of the trim so it can be supported from the edges. Cover vise with thick shop towels and peck away!

[ScottsGT]

Originally Posted by Black Gold 380R

I used repos and they fit very well. I did notice they were thin and could dent easily, so I just made sure I was very careful. It was also nice that my bro was there to help. The extra hands helped a lot.

Mine fit nowhere as nice as yours does. I had at least a 1/2" gap at the top that tapered in about 2" before it was flush against the body.