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Old 04-05-2000, 09:48 AM
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How hard is it to debadge and does it leave holes that would need to be filled.
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Old 04-05-2000, 09:59 AM
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It's real simple. I used a hairdryer to heat up the glue and some waxed dental floss to "saw" off the badges. There aren't any holes, just a real smooth surface.
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Not too hard, the badges are glued, not screwed on so there will not be any holes. Just heat up the badges using a hair dryer, then using a fishing line remove the glue and the badge. Clean the residual with water and soap and voila!

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Default you may need to use something like WD-40 or Goof-off to remove the residue afterwards.....
soap and water may not be enough, depending on how much crap is on there.<p>Raj
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Default wd40 doesn't work well, goof off is scary, there are other adhesive removers...but...
with anything that is strong enough to take off the goop, you have to test it somewhere inconspicuous first. if nothing happens then use it.
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Default Goof off is fine, just be sure to wash and wax the area when finished.
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You'll also want to spend a little more time with the hairdryer.. it'll come off easier and the clean up is also easier...
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i finished off with a little poishing compound just to make it nice and smoooof.
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Default I had good luck with "Goo Gone"...
...as Dave suggests, make sure to wash and wax afterwards!<p>
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Thanks for the info guys, i am going to go and try it.
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