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jshcobra

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Does anyone know how to remove the aluminum trim from Cobra interior door panels. I want to swap the aluminum panels onto some other panels that have the woodgrain panels.
 
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On my panels, I don't believe you can separate the aluminum trim from the vinyl. Perhaps somebody else with more experience might know a way???

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Nope, it's all dielectrically sealed together. AND, the vinyl in that area is adhered very firmly to the masonite door panel board. I have skinned one panel, and it can be done, but here's something else to consider:

SOME of the woodgrain panels are actually aluminum underneath (maybe all). I haven't tried it, but a person might be able to CAREFULLY mask off the perimeter and strip the woodgrain via chemical stripper, leaving the aluminum. I have used sandpaper to freshen up the "brushed" trim (can't remember if it was 150 or 220). Do NOT try this on dash bezels!
 
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THE COBRAMAN said:
Nope, it's all dielectrically sealed together. AND, the vinyl in that area is adhered very firmly to the masonite door panel board. I have skinned one panel, and it can be done, but here's something else to consider:

SOME of the woodgrain panels are actually aluminum underneath (maybe all). I haven't tried it, but a person might be able to CAREFULLY mask off the perimeter and strip the woodgrain via chemical stripper, leaving the aluminum. I have used sandpaper to freshen up the "brushed" trim (can't remember if it was 150 or 220). Do NOT try this on dash bezels!
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Looking at it, I think you're right. I've got a junk set so I think I'll try stripping off the woodgrain to see how it works. Thanks.
 
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