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2004 Ranger Window Belt Molding Replacement
I need input on replacing the outside weatherstrip belt molding...I know the door panels must be removed and the outside mirrors..My question is first how to pry the old weatherstrip molding off without mistake and how to apply the new molding, the line-up and pressing into place without denting or damaging the new one as they are not cheap and any dent would stick out like a sore thumb...If you have done this please share your knowledge with me so I can make this a simple easy mod that I can look at and not notice a slight dent or mistake and admire the new ones...Thanks for sharing...Bob C.
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08-01-2013, 05:16 AM
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Re: 2004 Ranger Window Belt Molding Replacement
the new ones just press on no problem really dont have to worry about getting it lined up right...the issue is getting the old ones off...i have a belt molding tool that i use to pull them off...here
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Lisle-Tools-...b1465a&vxp=mtr
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08-01-2013, 06:00 AM
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Re: 2004 Ranger Window Belt Molding Replacement
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So if I understand correctly the tool pulls the dimples loose so the old weatherstrip pops out easier..A friend of mine has a body shop I might be able to borrow his...Thanks, DJ
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08-01-2013, 06:02 AM
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Re: 2004 Ranger Window Belt Molding Replacement
yea...what you do is slip it between the window and molding and gently pry up/back..it should pop right off
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Re: 2004 Ranger Window Belt Molding Replacement
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yea...what you do is slip it between the window and molding and gently pry up/back..it should pop right off
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So is it best to start at the front or back of the door? Does it matter? I wish I had a person to take a video while I do this to explain the process...DJ did you replace yours when you had your Ranger? When have you done this?
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Re: 2004 Ranger Window Belt Molding Replacement
when i worked in a body shop i took countless ones off...best bet..start right by where the mirror would be...not much holds them on there because of the mirror
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Re: 2004 Ranger Window Belt Molding Replacement
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when i worked in a body shop i took countless ones off...best bet..start right by where the mirror would be...not much holds them on there because of the mirror
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Thanks DJ I'm just anal and want them perfect and scared I will bend the new ones because they have metal on the inside for the Ranger...I ordered new ones and one came in dented,Damn!
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Re: 2004 Ranger Window Belt Molding Replacement
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Thanks DJ I'm just anal and want them perfect and scared I will bend the new ones because they have metal on the inside for the Ranger...I ordered new ones and one came in dented,Damn!
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fuck!..
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fuck!..
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That's what I said,LOL!
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08-01-2013, 01:15 PM
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Re: 2004 Ranger Window Belt Molding Replacement
Just got a email stating they will be sending me another one to replace the damaged one..Hope it's not damaged too...
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I replaced mine a couple of years ago. I got mine through a friend that worked a local ford dealership for a good price. You don't new that tool. I was able to pull mine out by hand. There's no need to remove the mirror or anything. The new one just slides right in. Just hit it with your fist and it'll pop right into place. Just make sure the metal on the new weather stripping doesn't scrape your paint
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08-01-2013, 03:51 PM
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Re: 2004 Ranger Window Belt Molding Replacement
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I replaced mine a couple of years ago. I got mine through a friend that worked a local ford dealership for a good price. You don't new that tool. I was able to pull mine out by hand. There's no need to remove the mirror or anything. The new one just slides right in. Just hit it with your fist and it'll pop right into place. Just make sure the metal on the new weather stripping doesn't scrape your paint
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Charlie it appears all the gripping locking part of the weatherstrip is on the inside rather than run the risk of scratching the paint on the door I am going to at least loosen the mirrors ...I have manual door locks and mirrors so I can have the door panel off in less than 5 minutes..Thank you for the reply...Bob C.
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08-06-2013, 03:07 PM
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Re: 2004 Ranger Window Belt Molding Replacement
I am getting ready to tackle this job anyone else done this and have any tricks or tips? TIA, Bob C.
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08-06-2013, 05:23 PM
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08-06-2013, 05:23 PM
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Re: 2004 Ranger Window Belt Molding Replacement
like i said before start at the mirror end and slowly work your way back
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