Re: [T3] Squareback rear mat removal

[Jim Adney <jadney@vwtype3.org>]

On 23 Sep 2002, at 11:57, Everett Barnes wrote:

> Yey, I found a near-mint replacement rear mat for my '67 Squareback.

Wow! Congratulations (envy, envy....)

> Any tips on prying up the big crimp seam that holds the mat in?  I'll probably
> just razor blade off the old mat and then pop out the little pieces left under
> the seam first, then pry it up a bit with something very wide?
> 
> Tool suggestions needed.

I start on one end with a screwdriver and then use my Channelock pliers. 
Opened just the right amount they will grip in there easily and let me work 
my way across the car.
 
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Jim Adney
jadney@vwtype3.org
Madison, WI 53711-3054
USA

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