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1"-2" Wide Auto Body Side Molding

Decorative, Protective Trim Molding forall Vehicles

Auto Body Molding Provides Ding and Dent Protection and a Custom look.
Easy Peel-and-Stick installation.
Protect your vehicle from door dents
Universal Black Auto Body Side Protective Trim Molding
Molding Protects your vehicle doors from dents
Universal Chrome Auto Body Side Trim Protective Molding
2" Chrome M99-GT shown installed on white truck
Chrome 2 inch Door Protection auto body side Molding
2" Wide Chrome Body Side Trim Molding Kit
M38-640 (99GT)  2" Wide Chrome
2-piece Kit, Cowles or Trim-Gard
 
16 feet kit - 2 pieces 8 feet long 
$79.50
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Chrome Mylar covered PVC Body Side Molding
2 inches wide by 3/16 inch thick PVC Molding
Both ends are die-cut to bullet shape

GMC-Chevy Style
Molding Prices include Free Shipping*

2" Black M38-680 shown installed on red truck
Black 2 inch Door Protection auto body side Molding
2" Wide Black Body Side Trim Molding Kit
M38-680  2" Wide Black 2-piece Kit
Cowles
16 feet kit - 2 pieces 8 feet long
$69.50
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Black PVC Body Side Molding
2 inches wide by 3/16 inch thick PVC Molding
Both ends are die-cut to bullet shape
GMC-Chevy Style

Chrome 1.5 inch Protective auto body side Molding 1-1/2" Chrome Body Side Trim Molding Kits
Trim-Gard, one piece Kits, Special order Call to order
MCMV01-20 1.5" Chrome 20 foot Kit $79.50
MCMV01-50 1.5" Chrome 50 foot Kit $199.50
Square-cut ends
Chrome Mylar covered PVC Body Side Molding
1-1/2 inch wide by 1/4 inch thick PVC Molding
Also available in Black # MCMV02 same prices

1-3/8" Chrome Molding Bullet end Molding 1-3/8" Chrome Body Side Trim Molding Kit
M1401DC-14 1-3/8" Chrome 2-piece Kit
Cowles
14 feet kit - 2 pieces 7 feet long 
$79.50
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Chrome Mylar covered PVC Body Side Molding
1-3/8 inch wide by 1/4 inch thick PVC Molding
Both ends are die-cut to bullet shape

Moldings Cut to Length are not returnable

15/16" Chrome Molding Bullet end Molding 15/16" Chrome Body Side Trim Molding Kit
MBT01DC-16 15/16" Chrome 2-piece Kit
Cowles
16 feet kit - 2 pieces 8 feet long 
$79.50
Buy This Item Now
Chrome Mylar covered PVC Body Side Molding
15/16 inch wide by 1/4 inch thick PVC Molding
Both ends are die-cut to bullet shape

 

Chrome 1 inch European style Protection Trim Molding 1" "European Style" Chrome Trim Molding
M33-111--1" Chrome $2.70 per foot
square-cut ends only, 20 foot minimum
M33-313--Cowles 1 piece, 24 foot kit, $59.50
Call to order

Chrome Mylar covered PVC Body or Wheel Well Molding
1" wide by 1/4" thick 

Moldings Cut to Length are not returnable

Black 1 inch European style Protection Trim Molding 1" "European Style" Black Trim Molding
M33-110 1" Black $2.50 per foot
20 foot minimum, Call to order
Black PVC Body or Wheel Well Molding
1" wide by 1/4" thick
Molding Prices include Free Shipping*

1 inch Chrome Auto Body Side Trim Moulding

M38-640 (99-GT) 2" Chrome with Bullet Ends
Reflects the image off the box perfectly.

2 inch Chrome Auto Body Side Trim Moulding
The pictures at left illustrate how our chrome moldings are perfect mirrors and reflect the product boxes they sit on.

Auto moldings by Cowles or Trim-Gard are made of the finest quality materials to provide easy installation and long lasting performance. Moldings are made with virgin PVC cores and 3M acrylic automotive mounting tape.

Chrome Moldings are made with a reflective aluminized polyester film (Mylar) sandwiched between a UV protective coating and a vinyl backing that attaches the film to the translucent gray extruded vinyl core. In most cases, the Mylar film is wrapped around the molding core to the back side so the edge is protected by the 3M tape and not exposed to the elements. Care should be taken to avoid abrading the protective film, which can then allow salt and road chemicals to degrade the reflective properties of the Mylar film.

All mouldings are flexible and easy to work with.

Wider widths come with two strips of 3M peel'n'stick tape, narrower widths come with one strip.

Molding Kits come packaged in lengths convenient for the do-it-yourself installer.

Body side moldings can be used to enhance the appearance of your car or truck as well as function as a protective barrier for those nasty parking lot mishaps.  Side trim molding for trucks, cars, vans, SUV's, RV's, etc.

Easy to install. All of our molding comes with 3M acrylic automotive foam tape attached and ready to peel and stick on. Once applied, 3M peel-and-stick pressure-sensitive self-adhesive backing not is affected by weather or road chemicals. Not available in stores, we offer our trim moldings direct to you! Why pay for expensive dealer installation?

Prevent most minor dings, paint-chips and body blemishes that can happen when someone opens their door and whacks your vehicle. Many vehicles come with decorative side moldings strategically placed at "door-ding height" to help prevent this problem. If your vehicle lacks such protection, you may want to consider installing it yourself. Installing side protective body molding is a fairly simple undertaking, provided that you take the time to apply it carefully and meticulously.

Measure: Be sure to measure the area you want to protect. Note the length of the pre-cut kits, some trucks may need two kits if you want to extend the molding to the box as well as the cab.  If you are installing moldings into slots in bumpers or body side panels, be sure to allow adequate clearance so you do not need to force the molding into place. Order enough so you have a foot or two extra to practice your cuts.

INSTALLATION:
Materials: Body Side Molding kit, Sharp Cutting tool, Rubbing alcohol, Clean white rag, Masking tape, Grease pencil (whose marks will easily rub off). A warm garage or a sunny day makes the whole job a lot easier. Do not use a heat gun, and do not heat by close proximity to a radiant heater. High heat may damage the UV protection layer over the aluminized film (Mylar).

Moldings with 3M tape are best installed at temperatures warmer than 65 degrees. Plastic moldings are more flexible, easier to manipulate and cut when warmer than 70 degrees. Smaller moldings can be easily cut with heavy sharp kitchen shears or tin snips. For larger moldings, more than 1 inch wide or 3/16 thick, a clean straight cut is somewhat more difficult. A clean sharp anvil pruner will make it easier to get a straight cut on all sizes. A carpenter's utility knife with razor blade inserts also works well, but not one with the break-off blades.

This picture shows the professional tool used by our installers to cut molding. You will note that it is very similar to a set of anvil pruners, except the blade is 3.75 inches long replaceable razor blade. An anvil pruner from a local garden store will do nearly the same job if it is sharp and clean.

Prepare the vehicle bonding surface by cleaning it thoroughly with alcohol and a clean white cotton rag. This removes wax residues so the 3M Peel-and-stick adhesive can bond to it securely. Avoid using colored cloth for this purpose, as the dyes in the fabric may leave colored residue behind.

If you do not have a ridge or line to follow on the car,
Apply a strip of masking tape to be a guide
to help position the Body Side Moulding to be perfectly straight. You may want to measure up from the ground at each end to get a parallel line. Stick the masking tape at one end, and hold it a few inches away from the car while pulling tape off the roll to the other end, eyeball your line, then stick it down lightly. Step back and look to see the lines are right, change if necessary. It is easy to change the tape at this point. Once the body molding is installed and the glue sets for a few days, it does not come off!

Once the straight line of masking tape is in place to provide a guide, use pieces of masking tape to temporarily "dry-fit" the entire length of body molding in place on the vehicle.

Determine where you'll need to cut the body molding for the doors and seams for a precise and accurate installation. Use pieces of tape or a grease pencil to mark the exact locations on the molding where you'll need to make the cuts. At the door-openings, and where the molding terminates at the edge of wheel-wells, you may need to cut angles to match the vehicle lines. Allow 1/8" minimum gap for door clearance. At the hinge side of the door you may need to bevel the end of the molding so that there is enough clearance when the door is opened.

Once you've marked the locations, carefully cut the molding. The molding is made from a relatively soft plastic. Cutting isn't difficult, but it is easier when the molding is warmer than when it is colder. Always cut chrome moldings with the blade entering the chrome side, cutting down through to the tape side.

Work with one section at a time, peel about a foot of the backing from the adhesive strips and press the molding into place. Then pull on the loose end of the backing and move along the molding, pressing it into place. Do not peel so much of the backing away that thesticky glue surface can contact other dirty surfaces which could then impair its adhesion.

After it is applied to the vehicle surface, rub each section of molding firmly with a soft clean cloth to help ensure that it is seated securely. You may want to come back a few hours later, or the next day, to give it another pressure rub to ensure the best adhesion.

Open and close the doors slowly, watching to ensure that the side molding is not touched or rubbed as the door moves.

Allow the molding adhesive to set up for at least 24 hours before washing your vehicle. Maximum adhesion is reached after 3-5 days in temperatures above 70 degrees, longer if it is cooler.

 

Chrome Moldings are made with a reflective aluminized polyester film (Mylar) sandwiched between a UV protective coating and a vinyl backing that  attaches the film to the translucent gray base vinyl extrusion. In most cases, the Mylar film is then wrapped around the molding to the back side so the edge is protected by the 3M tape and not exposed to the elements. Care should be taken to avoid abrading the protective film, which can then allow salt and road chemicals to degrade the reflective properties of the Mylar film.

3M Automotive Attachment Tape is a .045-inch thick, medium-density white acrylic foam tape with high performance acrylic adhesives on both sides and a red release liner. 3M Automotive Attachment Tape uses automotive OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) approved acrylic foam core and adhesive technology. It is characterized by high peel and shear adhesion, high internal strength, high conformability and excellent plasticizer resistance. Typical applications would include body side moldings, rocker panel trim, claddings, bumper trim and other automotive trim components. Because it requires no drilling into automotive painted surfaces, 3M Automotive Attachment Tape eliminates the concern for rust development associated with the use of mechanical fasteners. The unique stress relaxation properties of the tape's foam core allow it to expand and contract with temperature changes. Stress forces of an application are dissipated throughout the foam core, providing excellent long-term performance. The viscoelastic properties incorporated into these tapes allow it to conform to surface irregularities and gaps, providing a better fit by compensating for some part-to-vehicle mismatch. The use of 3M acrylic foam tapes eliminates the unsightly appearance of bolt, screw or rivet heads associated with mechanical fasteners. Surfaces remain clean and smooth, contributing to styling and aerodynamic design. The use of acrylic foam tape can eliminate steps in the installation process, often requiring fewer parts and less labor time.

Phil, I received the (1/4" Chrome) Molding today. It was exactly what I needed. I appreciate your help with the order. I will add you to my favorite sites. I may want to add molding on the car after it is painted. I will stay in touch. Thanks again for your help!!!!!!!! Mel L, Lagrange Ga

I received the (1/8" Chrome Trim) molding yesterday in good condition and some is on the car already. I am waiting for a dashboard piece to be painted to do the rest. It went on easily and I got exactly the results that I wanted. You have a happy customer. Grant B, Harisburg PA

Phil I purchased the (M38-640 2 inch Chrome side molding) some time ago and today because it was warm I put it on my Canyon. I am surprised how good the truck looks. Thanks for suggesting the chrome molding. Another happy customer. Robert G Millsboro DE

Chrome Auto Trim Moulding installed on 75 Mustang Bumper

Phil:
Here is a picture of my 1975 Mustang, with the 1-3/8" molding installed. It fits the 74-78 Mustang bumpers perfectly, and is the final touch for the car show.
Bobby A, Placerville, CA.