I just ordered a new hood pad for my 83 300sd, and I'm not sure what kind of glue to use to attatch it, can anyone help?
300sd hood pad
Nov 11, 2006
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Autoparts stores have 3M trim adhesive, which is what I used. I think I used the spray on version, though not 100% sure, since it was a long time ago.
There is 2 different versions of the 3M spray trim adhesive: General -light duty and Super - heavy duty.
You want the heavy duty version. It is for hood pads and vinyl tops.
3M Super Trim Adhesive #080902nd one down here:
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3M makes a product, look at its website for the name
I wouldn't follow the advice on that website, which says to remove the hood and use 3M weatherstrip adhesive. Taking the hood off is the last thing I'd do, unless it was absolutely necessary, and to replace the pad, it isn;t. The website says to use a puddy knife? Is that what you eat pudding with? Also, Karl jogged my memory. The spray on
3m Super Trim Adhesive is what I used. You do need someone to help you, so you can get it positioned correctly.
Remember to cover the engine compartment with a tarp or something before you begin to take the old one off.
Last time I checked, there is no such thing as a "puddy" knife. Which is why I asked if it was used to eat pudding. The correct term is putty knife.
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