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Body Side Moldings Removal

Discussion in 'Gen 5 Prius Main Forum' started by REBobBecker, Apr 14, 2024.

  1. REBobBecker

    REBobBecker New Member

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    I'm curious. Has anyone removed the body side moldings from a 2023-24 Prius? I'm assuming they're attached with tape, but I'm not sure. Was the removal easy; hard? Was there any noticable marks left on the paint? I'm not a fan of the moldings. I'd much rather park as far from other vehicles as possible and keep the smooth lines of the car as designed...without moldings.
     
  2. HacksawMark

    HacksawMark Active Member

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    A hair dryer or heat gun with gloves would work. Be careful if using a heat gun and they can get really hot. I used the wife's hair dryer to debadge the rear trunk lid. You will spend more time getting the glue residue off then you do taking off the side molding. I used Goof Off to remove the residue.
     
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