HELP!!! CF fang cover coming loose!

ShockWave · 04-26-2012, 08:46 AM

I got some 3m tapes to install my Carbon Fiber fang cover but the tape don’t stick to the CF very well. Anyone know a good 3M bonding agent or something I can use? Mine CF fang cover keep coming loose. Thanks for any help!

kenchan · 04-26-2012, 10:01 AM

3M VHB...

jboffill · 04-26-2012, 10:40 AM

kenchan · 04-26-2012, 11:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jboffill

wtf... here, a roll of tape.

ShockWave · 04-26-2012, 12:24 PM

thats what i've used ...the 3M VHB ...didnt work for me.

kenchan · 04-26-2012, 12:48 PM

hummm... which VHB part number did you use?

anthonyy · 04-26-2012, 01:17 PM

I use this stuff: 3MTM VHBTM Heavy Duty Mounting Tape 5952 Black

ShockWave · 04-26-2012, 02:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kenchan

hummm... which VHB part number did you use?

3M 4926 VHB Double Sided Tape. Whats a good bonding agent for CF?

kenchan · 04-26-2012, 02:20 PM

i recommend a few coats of adhesion promotor (spray you can buy at autoparts store) on the CF back side, fully dry (maybe 1-2 hrs? read label).

then clean the bumper side with rubbing alcohol.

then re-try the VHB tape using a heat gun or in the sun keep it warm to the touch. GL!

TheGreatOne · 04-26-2012, 04:26 PM

My fangs fit so snug, I didn't even really need the tape

It was the upper trim that needed lots of it.

Also look in Home Depot (Lowes too i nthe US) for a tape called "No more Nails".

I think 3M tape is rated to hold 5lbs, No More Nails does 10lbs

jboffill · 04-26-2012, 05:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kenchan

wtf... here, a roll of tape.

I was talking about the fang

azn370z · 04-26-2012, 05:40 PM

If you're worried about the cover coming loose and flying off, it won't. I've had mine on for years and have sped much faster than I should have. You will probably need glue if the cover has warped and won't stick to your bumper.

ShockWave · 04-26-2012, 09:01 PM

I sprayed the underside of the CF fang cover with Loctite adhesive spray to see if it help the tape stick better. I'm letting it dry right now. I will let you guys know how it turn out.

tonybui · 04-26-2012, 09:08 PM

Do it in warm weather and hold that sh!t for a couple mins. Worked for me!

ShockWave · 04-29-2012, 02:31 PM

Heres pic of the fang coming loose.

I took the fang off and masked to be ready for spray.

I used Loctite water and heat resistant adhesive spray on the back on the fang. The adhesive didn't hold to the fang's back side as well as I thought but it holds a lot better then the tape did.

http://www.the370z.com/attachment.ph...1&d=1335727276

I let it dry over night then put the 3m double sided black tape on.This time the tape holds a lot better with the adhesive spray.

Put the fang back on. Hold on to the bumper a lot better now.

04-26-2012, 08:46 AM	#1 (permalink)
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TheGreatOne A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Montreal, Canada Age: 46 Posts: 1,980 Drives: E60 BMW M5 Rep Power: 21	My fangs fit so snug, I didn't even really need the tape It was the upper trim that needed lots of it. Also look in Home Depot (Lowes too i nthe US) for a tape called "No more Nails". I think 3M tape is rated to hold 5lbs, No More Nails does 10lbs __________________ 2017 SUBARU STI 2008 E60 M5 - SOLD 2010 40th Anniversary 370Z - SOLD (and missing her)

04-26-2012, 05:40 PM	#12 (permalink)
azn370z A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Seattle Posts: 1,722 Drives: z34 - R1 Rep Power: 489	If you're worried about the cover coming loose and flying off, it won't. I've had mine on for years and have sped much faster than I should have. You will probably need glue if the cover has warped and won't stick to your bumper. __________________ 2010 k23 H&R sport springs / Spc rear camber arms / SSR SP1 / Berk cbe / Varis cf lip / Nismo S-Tune side skirts

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kenchan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: N/A Posts: 76,801 Drives: N/A Rep Power: 141520	3M VHB...

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ShockWave Enthusiast Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: houston Posts: 303 Drives: 350z Rep Power: 13	thats what i've used ...the 3M VHB ...didnt work for me.

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kenchan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: N/A Posts: 76,801 Drives: N/A Rep Power: 141520	hummm... which VHB part number did you use?

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anthonyy A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Los Gatos, CA Posts: 1,027 Drives: Lexus CT Rep Power: 16	I use this stuff: 3MTM VHBTM Heavy Duty Mounting Tape 5952 Black

04-26-2012, 02:20 PM	#9 (permalink)
kenchan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: N/A Posts: 76,801 Drives: N/A Rep Power: 141520	i recommend a few coats of adhesion promotor (spray you can buy at autoparts store) on the CF back side, fully dry (maybe 1-2 hrs? read label). then clean the bumper side with rubbing alcohol. then re-try the VHB tape using a heat gun or in the sun keep it warm to the touch. GL!

04-26-2012, 09:01 PM	#13 (permalink)
ShockWave Enthusiast Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: houston Posts: 303 Drives: 350z Rep Power: 13	I sprayed the underside of the CF fang cover with Loctite adhesive spray to see if it help the tape stick better. I'm letting it dry right now. I will let you guys know how it turn out.

04-26-2012, 09:08 PM	#14 (permalink)
tonybui A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2009 Location: Maryland Posts: 1,397 Drives: 09 Sports 6 Speed Rep Power: 426	Do it in warm weather and hold that sh!t for a couple mins. Worked for me!