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Old 04-04-2023, 02:59 PM
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What is this sticky pad

What is this sticky pad called? its under the carpet. stick on both sides. it covers holes in the body. I need to replace a few of them.
What is its name and where can i buy some?

I'll also need to clean off the old one. its been may years since the carpet was removed. Is there any tips on removing the old one?

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Re: What is this sticky pad

I call it a sticky pad. There is no official GM name for it.
Dont worry about it. Or if you are just that picky that the thought of a worn out sticky pad out of sight UNDER the carpet keeps you from sleeping at night just grab a tube of seam sealer and smooth it over.
And if you insist on cleaning off the old gooey substance use lacquer thinner or standard paint thinner.

If you spend a lot of time worrying about this petty crap you will probably never drive and enjoy that car like it was made to be. Dont overthink it.
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Re: What is this sticky pad

Have removed this from other vehicles.....grab some dry ice and a hammer. Once its really cold you can just whack it a bit and it will shatter.
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Re: What is this sticky pad

There should aslo be a metal plug or something that coves that hole
Old 04-05-2023, 07:43 PM
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I have the metal plugs. I dismantled the car in 2007 and moved twice since then but i did take many pictures and have the parts packed and labeled. its been a long time but I'm ready to start putting it back together.
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