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Old Oct 14, 2009 | 03:41 PM
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how do i debadge my g?

hey guys ive seen some pics of the the g without the INFINITI in the trunk how would i be able to do that??? i tried using the search but i dindt find it.. any replys would help pics even better because im still not sure if i want to debadge her

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Old Oct 14, 2009 | 03:45 PM
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go gone spray, and dental floss.
 
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Old Oct 14, 2009 | 03:48 PM
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A hairdryer helps a little bit too.
 
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Old Oct 14, 2009 | 03:49 PM
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Old Oct 14, 2009 | 03:51 PM
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"site:g35driver.com debadge my g"
 
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Old Oct 14, 2009 | 03:51 PM
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You might want to use fishing line instead of dental floss because the floss breaks apart, but either works just fine. Also, be sure to polish and wax the area after you finish.
 
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Old Oct 14, 2009 | 03:54 PM
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goo gone and floss?? its not gonna leave dents or holes??

that g looks koo without the badge im thinkin of just takin off the letters!! looks sick tho
 
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Old Oct 14, 2009 | 03:54 PM
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Originally Posted by parhamm1
A hairdryer helps a lot.

fixed.

http://videos.streetfire.net/video/debadgeing-a-wrx-sti_22344.htm
DO NOT use anything abrasive on your paint if some glue is still on. Heat it up and rub with the base of your thumb. No Nails, No Scrub Pad.

Also if you use Goo Gone, of Goof Off. Make sure to wash the area with some dishwasher soap when you are done.


Good luck!
 
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Old Oct 14, 2009 | 03:55 PM
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it took a while but you spray on the goo gone and run the floss underneath the badge and kinda wiggle it right and left....
 
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Old Oct 14, 2009 | 04:04 PM
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lol the dental floss did break alot but i had alot of dental floss
 
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Old Oct 14, 2009 | 04:27 PM
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First, use a hair dryer to heat up the adhesive. Then taking fishing wire (not dental floss, it falls apart) and go under the letters to lift them up. Then use the hair dryer again to heat up the exposed adhesive. Spray goo gone, and let it sit. Wipe off adhesive.

This IS NOT as easy as people make it out to be. Getting the adhesive off can be a real PITA. Good luck.
 
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Old Oct 14, 2009 | 04:32 PM
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lol it took me about an hour....it wasnt easy but the way i did it...helped alot

car after taking off the letters and before paint job
 
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Old Oct 14, 2009 | 04:55 PM
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thats how i want mine to look... hey guys i have the mcguiars wax but it is a spray will that work??
 
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Old Oct 14, 2009 | 07:42 PM
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you will be fine.
 
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Old Oct 14, 2009 | 08:33 PM
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Gotta question....SEARCH the answers are there!

I don't get it, there have been volumes written about DEBADGING and a simple SEARCH would have revealed everything you need to know. From reading the posts above there's also misinformation about how to DEBADGE a trunk lid. Ok one more time: You can use a hairdryer if the weather's cool.
1. Fishing line
2. GooGone or WD40 for removal of any glue left on the painted surface. You may need to saturate a rag but don't apply excessive pressure cause you'll scratch the paint. Keep it super wet while removing, that works best.
3. Once the glue is gone and since your cars aren't new you need to clean the lid by using clay/detail spray. Then Meguiar's ScratchX or Nu Finish Scratch Doctor to remove any scratches or shadows left from the letters.
4. Now apply a good quality wax using applicator pads and wipe off with micro towels for a perfect finish.
Do not use anything other than what I have listed above....No dish detergent, rubbing compounds or scrub pads!

Gary
 

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