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How to Stick Words/Numbers to Cars?

I have a Vauxhall Astra but the V fell off at some point.
I have a replacement - how can I stick it back on so it won't fall off when using a pressure washer or a bump in the road?

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  • ffacoffipawb
    ffacoffipawb Posts: 3,593 Forumite
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    I have a Vauxhall Astra but the V fell off at some point.
    I have a replacement - how can I stick it back on so it won't fall off when using a pressure washer or a bump in the road?

    Superglue worked for me a few cars back.
  • AdrianC
    AdrianC Posts: 42,189 Forumite
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    You can buy double-sided trim tape by the roll.

    Did you buy a replacement letter from the dealer? If so, I'm surprised it didn't come pre-taped on the back. If it's from a scrappy, of course, then remnants of the old tape'll need cleaning off first.
  • Lum
    Lum Posts: 6,460 Forumite
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    I just used hot glue when replacing the V on my old Volvo 940

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    Lasted for as long as I had the car, which was admittedly only a couple of years.
  • pete428
    pete428 Posts: 49 Forumite
    call back to the dealership or motor factors where you got it from, and ask for a number plate sticker. its a fat spongy double sided tape. it shouldn't cost anything or at worse 50p. cut it to your shape and stick it on.
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