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Camaro Research Group Discussion => Restoration => Topic started by: 69Z28-RS on February 20, 2012, 06:42:01 AM

Title: Removal the retention clips on the inner fender for wiring and hoses
Post by: 69Z28-RS on February 20, 2012, 06:42:01 AM

I'm trying to 'non-destructively' remove parts from my inner fenders for cleaning.  Pictured are the original clips for retaining the wiring harness and vacuum hoses along the drivers side inner fender.   Is it possible to remove these without damage for reinstallation?

Gary / 89Z28-RS

Title: Re: Removal the retention clips on the inner fender for wiring and hoses
Post by: Petes L48 on February 20, 2012, 04:55:03 PM

They really weren't designed for re-use.  I suppose you could try gently pressing the plastic studs from inside the wheel well, with something like a 2x2 or stiff tubing that only goes part way down the stud.  Others here may have a better idea.  Not sure if the repops are 100% correct.   

Title: Re: Removal the retention clips on the inner fender for wiring and hoses
Post by: tmodel66 on February 20, 2012, 05:18:37 PM

I got some of these that are GM when I bought mine from Classic Muscle. Might go that route and just replace them.

Title: Re: Removal the retention clips on the inner fender for wiring and hoses
Post by: sixt9x33rs on February 20, 2012, 05:38:14 PM

I have pulled them off with a small screwdrive...carefully and reused them.

Title: Re: Removal the retention clips on the inner fender for wiring and hoses
Post by: 68Zproject on February 20, 2012, 06:38:40 PM

I've taken mine off and on a number of times with no problems, but mine is still very flexible.

Title: Re: Removal the retention clips on the inner fender for wiring and hoses
Post by: jacmac on February 21, 2012, 12:29:54 AM

The after market ones are a little short "if you have the RS option" I just heated them up alittle & stretched them a bit.

Title: Re: Removal the retention clips on the inner fender for wiring and hoses
Post by: 69Z28-RS on February 21, 2012, 04:30:16 AM

I don't want to destroy them, so I was going to find 'another way' if it was not possible to reuse..  sounds like a couple of your guys have done so, so I'm going to try it..    it sorta looks like a little 'ball and socket' on the back....I wasn't sure if I should pull from the front, or push from the back....?

thanks for all the comments...  giving me courage.  :)

Gary

Title: Re: Removal the retention clips on the inner fender for wiring and hoses
Post by: 68Zproject on February 21, 2012, 06:35:28 PM

Push from the back.

Title: Re: Removal the retention clips on the inner fender for wiring and hoses
Post by: IZRSSS on February 21, 2012, 06:43:28 PM

Quote from: 69Z28-RS on February 21, 2012, 04:30:16 AM

I don't want to destroy them, so I was going to find 'another way' if it was not possible to reuse..  sounds like a couple of your guys have done so, so I'm going to try it..    it sorta looks like a little 'ball and socket' on the back....I wasn't sure if I should pull from the front, or push from the back....?

thanks for all the comments...  giving me courage.  :)
Gary

Have you thought about using a little heat? Maybe a hair dryer?

Like your style...let us know how it turns out.

Title: Re: Removal the retention clips on the inner fender for wiring and hoses
Post by: 69Z28-RS on February 21, 2012, 10:19:58 PM

Thanks Marty...  Yes, adding a little 'warmth' to the old plastic part might help..   :)