Mitsubishi Eclipse Car & Truck Exterior Mouldings & Trim
Revitalize your Mitsubishi Coupe or Spyder with exterior mouldings and trim. In addition to protecting your vehicle from bumps and dings, these pieces have an enormous impact on your Eclipse models appearance. However, you should know your options before upgrading or replacing the pieces on your Mitsubishi.
What are the moulding and trim options for the Eclipse?When it comes to highlighting and protecting your Mitsubishi Spyder or Coupe, you have many choices. For example, you can use the pieces to add pizazz to the Eclipses doors, as well as protect areas prone to scratches and dents. The spots that may need attention include window frames and wheel wells.
- Window and door moulding: Rubber or PVC strips bend to the shape of the Eclipse models frame to keep out dirt, water, and wind.
- Body moulding: The pieces adhere to the sides of the Mitsubishi to prevent dings. Usually, they are thick and rigid, bringing attention to the lines of the Eclipse Spyder and Coupe models.
- Wheel moulding: These flexible components have a thin profile, allowing you to emphasize the Mitsubishi Spyders curves and areas around the Coupe’s wheel well.
- Side skirts and rocker panels: The parts give the Eclipse a low profile design.
- Front and rear bumpers: The guards protect the front and rear of the model from bumps and dings.
The material you choose will depend on the application and look you want for your Mitsubishi. You may prefer to put stronger, shinier materials on the body of the Eclipse. Here is a brief description of commonly used materials for the Mitsubishi Eclipse.
- Chrome: The look of chrome shining against the backdrop of your newly waxed ride attracts attention to the exterior profiles of the Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder or Coupe. Items with a chrome finish for the Eclipse include pillar posts and fenders.
- Billet aluminum: This lightweight body side moulding is stylish and durable. It gives your Mitsubishi Eclipse a custom look while protecting the paint.
- Polyurethane (PVC) Exterior Moulding: This flexible substance is scratch-resistant. Usually, it is used to make side skirts and rocker panels for the Mitsubishi Eclipse.
- Rubber exterior mouldings: Rubber moulding fills the gaps in window and doors to keep out debris, water, and drafts.
- Carbon fiber exterior moulding: Carbon fiber is strong, and it offers and gives your Mitsubishi Eclipse a sleek appearance.
Look for the manufacturer’s instructions, as the process will vary per material, location, and application. You will need a blow dryer, painter’s tape, and string or a plastic prying tool to remove the old piece.
- Heat up the old pieces with a hair dryer to loosen. Slowly pry the piece(s) from the car.
- Use an adhesive remover to get rid of residue. Clean the area with soap and water, and let dry.
- Peel the adhesive backing.
- Apply the piece carefully, and press firmly.