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oldredpolo1990
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wheel arch trim

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Hi - my 1990 polo saloon has blck plastic wheel arch trims which have separated from the body and have become a bit ditprted in shape. any idea if i can get them back in shape or get spares to reolace that fit snug. thanks
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VW Heritage sell replacments

To reshape youll need a heat gun and tigerseal to bond them to the bodywork
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bit worried about using a heat gun in case i melt them. Any further details please?
thanks
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How bad are they warped? You might find a hairdryer is hot enough to help tease them back into shape

Post some pics if you can
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