Window trim removal question

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  1. AdsMav

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    How do I remove the trim around the window on the doors? My car doesn't have it and I like the look of it. The pieces I found are perfect and I don't want to damage them. Thanks for the input.
     
    AdsMav, Apr 13, 2003
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    Well I got it off without damage! Used a putty knife and took my time.
     
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    I took a small straight slot screwdriver and hammer and started at one end and gently tapped the top edge off the lip, slowly working my way back to the other end.
     
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    I used a church key wrapped with electrical tape. Works well.

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    I use a bottle opener to remove drip rail trim .... worked very well but i tried the same process with the window trim and messed it up very bad .... Putty knive seemed to work very well just bend the tabs back and slide the knive between the trim and door post working down one side then the other... If you try to go back and forth between sides it will most likely warp ...
     
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