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Old 02-28-2005, 09:04 PM
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Sunglass Holder Foam dislodging

Ok I've had this problem since for a long time and it really is a problem only in the summer on hot days

the black foam insulation in the sunglass holder in the headliner...KEEPS FALLING OUT!

Drives me nutz...in fact during a TSB trip I told the dealer...some of the guys lauged but they said they'lll reapply the adhesive. The did and it worked for about a week...then kept falling out...moving around, sticking to my sunglasses

Anyone have this problem?

Anyone know a fix or suggest a fix?

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Velcro?
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hmm that still involves adhesive
Old 02-28-2005, 09:21 PM
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i know this might not help u now
but prevention could come with one of those
reflective sunshields,
which reminds me i need to order one!
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Originally Posted by mr2000x
i know this might not help u now
but prevention could come with one of those
reflective sunshields,
which reminds me i need to order one!
I have one :D but I never use it since I live in minnesota and the car is garage kept at home and work

any alternative adhesive suggestions...would be great

hmmmmmmmmm should I have them replace the overhead console just for a new foam piece pre-assembled at factor? :p
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I remember a friend in Illinois used this on his carpeting on his Camaro. http://products3.3m.com/catalog/us/e...er/output_html
But since you'll be applying to plastic I'm not sure.

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any other ideas?
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krazy glue

that'll stick anything to anything
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3M makes an adhesive referred to as "Gorilla Snot". Should hold it forever. Of course with any adhesive, preparation is important to get a bond. You may need to do some light sanding and wipe down good with alcohol to remove any old, crumbly adhesive and let dry, before using the glue.

Gorilla Snot = 3M #8001 Weatherstrip Adhesive

Another adhesive I've had good luck with is something called "Marine Goop". Used it to re-attach my Miata's top to the overhead rails and lasted about 8 years until I got rid of the car. Stinks like rotten meat though. Takes a while for the smell to fade.
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Gorilla snot has ruined a couple of projects of mine because I didn't account for the area it oozes. The stuff 'foams up' and comes out all over the place...use sparingly.

Perhaps a nail gun and 3/4" ribbed nails would hold your foam pad in place.
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