C4 Front and Rear Emblem Removal Help - ZR-1 Net Registry Forums

lfalzarano · 03-09-2021

I'm trying to replace the faded front emblem on the nose and the one in the rear on the gas cap access flap. After watching YouTube videos, it looks simple, but not in real life.

I started with the rear emblem on the gas cap access flap. I removed the two retaining nuts from the emblem and taped around the edge of the emblem's black circle to protect the paint finish. I was able to pry up the thin black outer ring, but I was unable to pry up the red and checkered flags in the center section of the emblem. Why they are glued down and bolted is another engineering mystery for another time.

Any successful procedures or suggests are sought for the removal of the emblems would be greatly appreciated.

DRM500RUBYZR-1 · 03-09-2021

Apply heat GENTLY AND CAREFULLY in order to loosen the adhesive.
Use a nylon / plastic trim removal tool while working it.

Marty

Jagdpanzer · 03-09-2021

Some guys use monofilament fishing line.

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tf95ZR1 · 03-09-2021

Dental Floss!

Jagdpanzer · 03-09-2021

https://jalopnik.com/how-to-de-badge...ols-1774617183

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secondchance · 03-09-2021

And, when installing the new emblem, defeat sticky side by rubbing baking soda on it. This way, you can remove the emblem periodically and clean dirt build up without scratching inside hoops.

mpiecyk · 03-09-2021

Dental Floss and A blow dryer,

Paul Workman · 03-10-2021

Another vote for adhesive remover and fishing line here.

3M adhesive remover comes in very handy on a number of projects - so I keep some on hand always. The 3M stuff will not hurt the paint, and after it is allowed to work for ~ 15 minutes or so, sawing the monofilament fishing line (e.g., I used 4 to 6# test [i.e., thin!]) and a heat gun to just warm the surface slightly.

Lots a ways to skin a cat!

P.

lfalzarano · 04-11-2021

Quote:

Originally Posted by Paul Workman

Another vote for adhesive remover and fishing line here.

3M adhesive remover comes in very handy on a number of projects - so I keep some on hand always. The 3M stuff will not hurt the paint, and after it is allowed to work for ~ 15 minutes or so, sawing the monofilament fishing line (e.g., I used 4 to 6# test [i.e., thin!]) and a heat gun to just warm the surface slightly.

Lots a ways to skin a cat!

P.

The 3M adhesive remover did the trick in softening the ancient glue holding down the emblem! Thanks!

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03-09-2021	#1
lfalzarano Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Clayton, North Carolina Posts: 1,133	C4 Front and Rear Emblem Removal Help I'm trying to replace the faded front emblem on the nose and the one in the rear on the gas cap access flap. After watching YouTube videos, it looks simple, but not in real life. I started with the rear emblem on the gas cap access flap. I removed the two retaining nuts from the emblem and taped around the edge of the emblem's black circle to protect the paint finish. I was able to pry up the thin black outer ring, but I was unable to pry up the red and checkered flags in the center section of the emblem. Why they are glued down and bolted is another engineering mystery for another time. Any successful procedures or suggests are sought for the removal of the emblems would be greatly appreciated.

03-09-2021	#2
DRM500RUBYZR-1 Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Mullica Hill, NJ Posts: 2,632	Re: C4 Front and Rear Emblem Removal Help Apply heat GENTLY AND CAREFULLY in order to loosen the adhesive. Use a nylon / plastic trim removal tool while working it. Marty

03-09-2021	#3
Jagdpanzer Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Northern VA Posts: 2,651	Re: C4 Front and Rear Emblem Removal Help Some guys use monofilament fishing line. Sent from my iPhone using ZR-1 Net Registry __________________ Phil Wasinger 1994 Torch Red ZR-1 WAZOO Member George Braml Intake

03-09-2021	#4
tf95ZR1 Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Northridge, CA Posts: 1,457	Re: C4 Front and Rear Emblem Removal Help Dental Floss! __________________ 1995 ZR-1 #106 Blk/ Blk Owned by me since 2000. 93K miles, but not on motor :-) Mods the way I want it, Not afraid to drive it!

03-09-2021	#5
Jagdpanzer Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Northern VA Posts: 2,651	Re: C4 Front and Rear Emblem Removal Help https://jalopnik.com/how-to-de-badge...ols-1774617183 Sent from my iPhone using ZR-1 Net Registry __________________ Phil Wasinger 1994 Torch Red ZR-1 WAZOO Member George Braml Intake

03-09-2021	#6
secondchance Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: McLean, VA Posts: 3,730	Re: C4 Front and Rear Emblem Removal Help And, when installing the new emblem, defeat sticky side by rubbing baking soda on it. This way, you can remove the emblem periodically and clean dirt build up without scratching inside hoops.

03-09-2021	#7
mpiecyk Join Date: Nov 2018 Location: Bartlett Illinois Posts: 188	Re: C4 Front and Rear Emblem Removal Help Dental Floss and A blow dryer,

03-10-2021	#8
Paul Workman Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Squires (near Ava MO in the Mark Twain N'tl Forest) - Missouri Posts: 6,466	Re: C4 Front and Rear Emblem Removal Help Another vote for adhesive remover and fishing line here. 3M adhesive remover comes in very handy on a number of projects - so I keep some on hand always. The 3M stuff will not hurt the paint, and after it is allowed to work for ~ 15 minutes or so, sawing the monofilament fishing line (e.g., I used 4 to 6# test [i.e., thin!]) and a heat gun to just warm the surface slightly. Lots a ways to skin a cat! P.