Cowles uses 3M pressure sensitive acrylic foam tape on most of its moldings. Its U-shaped products (door edge molding and edge trim) use a pressure sensitive glue.
A molding should be applied at temperatures above 65°F (18°C).
Cowles recommends using pruning shears available at hardware stores.
Newly painted vehicles should set for 5 days before applying a molding. The surface should be cleaned of road film, wax, or other contaminants that may interfere with the bond of the molding to the surface. To clean the surface, a 50/50 mixture of rubbing alcohol and water on a clean cloth is recommended. The area must be dry before applying. Allow the molding to set for 24 hours prior to washing the vehicle.
Moldings marked “paintable” may be painted directly. If you would like to paint a molding not marked as “paintable” Cowles recommends the following: clean the molding thoroughly with 39362 SEM soap and a scuff pad. Lightly sand or scuff the molding with a 400 grit sandpaper. Apply a 3834 vinyl prep (either aerosol or quart). Do not allow the vinyl prep to stand on any painted surfaces as discoloring or lifting may occurs. Wipe off with a damp rag. Apply the paint system of choice.
If applied with little pressure, it can be removed very shortly after application. For applications that have been installed for longer periods of time, loosen one end of the molding and peel away from the vehicle. Any tape or adhesive residue can be carefully stripped away. For stubborn residue, use a 3M stripe off wheel or 3M prep solvent 70 and a 3M general purpose adhesive cleaner.
Cowles warrants products manufactured by Cowles Products Company to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one year from the date of manufacture. In the event of any claim under this warranty or otherwise with respect to Cowles products which is made within such one-year period, Cowles will, at its option, repair or replace such products. In no event shall Cowles Products Company be liable for any other loss or damage, whether direct, indirect, and incidental or consequential. This warranty is your exclusive remedy and shall be in place of any other warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. This warranty may not be assigned or transferred and any unauthorized transfer or assignment thereof shall be void and of no force or effect.
All products are subject to change at any time without notice. Actual colors may vary from the color on your screen due to monitor color restrictions.