I bought new side moldings (83 300D) and when I went to put them on using the supplied "buttons" (bullet shaped as opposed to the shorter tube shaped ones that were there) they didn't snap in firmly as I expected they would. Are the supplied buttons correct and I just need to push the molding harder? or should I try to find a source for the short tube shaped ones?

Don't know the answer to your queston, but I was wondering where you got the side moldings? I need some for my SL.

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Chris Meyer
1980 450 SL (99k miles)
2003 Honda Odyssey (Family Hauler)
2006 BMW 330i (daily driver)

I have heard from various sources, more recently a MBZ restoration company im contracting for body work, that replacement side moldings arent going to fit exactly like the original ones did, and that if I were to replace them that i shouldnt be suurprised if theyre a little loose. Apparently the company that used to manufacture the original style clips and trim pieces is no longer in business..... who knows....

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Nate

1995 E420
1992 BMW 525i
1984 300D Turbo sold
1993 Volvo 244 sold
1995 Volvo 944T R.I.P!


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