Fittin rear panel 2 back of mk3 astra

[Blippi]

right i should have a GSi rear panel 2 fit 2 the back of my mk3 astra an i got a few queries

1. Do i just remove the handle round the lock??

2. Will it be possible just 2 bond it on??

3. If so wats best 2 use??

4. Do the existin number plate holes line up with the panel??

5. Is anything else needed that i havn't 4 seen??

thx in advance

Blippi
aka Darren

[adamSRi]

Hi Darren,

Yes, remove the handle on the tailgate. Do this by removing the inner tailgate trim and undoing the (I think) 2 nuts.

You can bond the panel on, and I would think silkoflex will probably be the best to use. However, bolting it on will allow you to remove it, wheareas once its bonded on, it aint coming off, easily anyway.

I would imagine numberplate holes match up, wouldnt know as mine is stuck on instead of bolted on.

You will also need the black round lock surround for the rear tailgate panel. These are pennies.

H2H
Adam

[Blippi]

thx m8 think u've covered it i'll give ya a shout if i have any probs

[AndyMk3Astra]

The panel uses clips to attatch the the tail gate, which in turn are bolted/screwed to the tailgate, so your best/easiest option is to bond it on.

Yep, handle is just two bolts hidden behind the interior trim.


1. Remove interior trim
2. Undo two bolts
3. Remove handle
4. Clean tailgate and prepare surface for bonding
5. Attach panel
6. Buy the little trim which push-fits over the lock barrel
7. Sit back and admire.

[OllyHewitt]

done it yet mate?

[adamSRi]

He doesnt have the panel yet.
He should have it by beginning of next week

[Blippi]

oh yes lmao