Looking for interior trim fasteners

I would call Michael at Ferrari of Seattle. Probably wont be that cheap but if you only need one they probably have one. You could call Daniel at Ricambi too. Same idea.

 

This site is specialized in fasteners and clips for classical cars. Take a look on it:

http://www.bresco.com/acatalog/Trim_Pad_Clips.html

An interesting web to navigate though.

 

I think I replaced a couple of mine with just generic ones from the local auto parts place. As long as it's about the same size and fits in the hole it should work no matter what shape it is.

 

I used some Chev Silverado fasteners, it required drilling the receiver hole ever so slightly larger to make them fit without excess force, they were maybe 15-25 cents each at the local autobody/paint supply. They were probably generic GM fasteners, but the sample I discovered would work was out on a 1980's Silverado, IIRC.

Doug

 

PS: The GM ones don't twist in and lock like the Fcar ones do, you just use them as push fasteners by pressing on the heads through the vinyl

 

Hi Flyngti,

Take a look at www.tifco.com to see if any of their bodyshop/interior fasteners will do the trick for you. They've got quite an assortment - I've found and ordered several for different cars over the years and have been pleased with their products. Look on their catalog starting at page D25 for Christmas tree fasteners. Hope this helps.

Ciao,

Vincent

P.S. I just tried to download their most recent catalog using Firefox as a webbrowser without luck but MS Internet Explorer seems to work fine.

 

Ok, not stock but after re-doing all my interior and not having to re-cover the pillar when the same part broke ---- I decided to use velcro and it worked perfectly --- does not affect the part, easily removable, wide enough, strong enough and has been on for the past 18 months.

 

+1
After having mine recovered in black vinyl I bought a pack at Napa that twist in.
Take the trim piece in, Napa has a big book with all their versions and just pick the correctly sized ones.

 

I'm planning to make my own retainers.
I've designed it with a 3D software and after that I've printed the part -on a 3D printer- just to see if it fits. The part works correctly. See attached image.

Now I've redesigned the part and I will send to print it again in better resolution, in order to make a mould. Is a little bit expensive, but the part is like the original, and for me is a hobby.

When I got the definitive trim retainer I will show the result.
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Wow! That is awesome! I need to find a 3d printing project for myself. ; )

 

I ordered a set of Magnum's trim retainers--they fit perfect!

The depth of support from the fchat community never ceases to amaze me.
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Nicely done magnum!

This is a good resource too. ClipsAndFasteners.com - Automotive Retainers,Clips and Fasteners.

Door & Trim Panel Clips

Best...Jim

 

How about the little lever on the set mechanism that allows you to fold the seat forward. It's unobtainable?


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Robert, any time you find a plastic part that you feel is unobtainable... contact Verell Boaen at Unobtainium Supply.

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If he doesn't already make it, he might know where to get it or be able to make some given enough interest

 

Once I've taken the 3d printing cert and some injection molding, etc - I will definitely assess it for you. I'm a little ways out right now though...using techshop in Pittsburgh. Amazing place.

 

Wonderful! Please let me know.


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i got mine from the dealer - they had lots of them at a very low price. check out your F dealer. I think i have one or two laying around i havent used. PM me if you want one, i will se if i can find it.
john

 

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Where can I get some of the trip clips?