Belt Trim Install

O.K. I bought new trim clips for the top of the door trim on my 1971 Cuda.
I mounted the clips on the door first - then installed the trim by pushing the trim down onto the clips. Is there a trick to this? I created some light dents in the top of the trim. I put a little auto detailer spray on prior to snapping them down hopping it would act as a bit of a lubricant without the mess. Any ideas would be greatly appreciated.
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Author: 1bolt@atime