How difficult is it to install body side moldings

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Old Oct 15, 2008 | 09:52 PM
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How difficult is it to install body side moldings

Want to install body side moldings on my 2008 MDX. Anyone done it and if so how difficult? Best place to buy them?

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Old Oct 16, 2008 | 07:48 AM
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Doesn't look too bad at all.

https://hondacuraworld.hostasaurus.c...7/07mdxbsm.pdf

I would buy them here:

http://www.hondacuraworld.com/Mercha...gory_Code=AMDX

It may be a good idea to ask a body shop, they may charge you under $100 and can at least guarantee their work. It may be worth having a professional do it just to be safe. Have you asked your local Acura dealer yet? May be a good place to start
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Old Oct 17, 2008 | 12:24 PM
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I did it on my -04 MDX without instructions. They send you a mockup(spelling) and it was not trhat hard.
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Old Oct 21, 2008 | 02:50 PM
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Just make sure and use some rubbing alcohol to remove any wax, etc from where you plan on installing them. Also make sure it is warm enough for the adhesive to stick.
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Old Oct 21, 2008 | 07:40 PM
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let me tell you. i get paid to do them and i don't do them.
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Old Nov 7, 2008 | 10:40 AM
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Originally Posted by formula1
I did it on my -04 MDX without instructions. They send you a mockup(spelling) and it was not trhat hard.
Don't let anybody fool you. I also did this on my 04 MDX and it was a piece of cake. Just take your time and follow the simple directions. It's not worth taking this one to the dealer and spending a rediculous amount for the work.
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Old Feb 20, 2009 | 09:44 PM
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Just put the wide ones on an '06 MDX.

They came with cardboard templates, alcohol wipes, and instructions, etc.

I kept the wipes for future use and cleaned well with a clean rag & a bottle of alcohol. Then did it again.

The hardest part was picking at the release liners on the adhesive strips - Go for it.
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Old Feb 22, 2009 | 10:57 AM
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I've installed/removed several moulding kits and it's relatively easy. As others said, take your time, follow the instructions and you'll be fine. As far as mods/upgrades go, this one is about a 1.5 - 2 on the 1-10 difficulty scale.

Good luck and let us know how it goes

PS: Welcome to Acurazine SBM MDX...
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