Gas door emblem removal..... - ZR-1 Net Registry Forums

Roadster · 06-03-2016

Detailing the Z, I figured I would remove the emblem from the gas door. Not a good thought, as the outer rings broke and so did a stud. Also not remembering that there is adhesive on the emblem which holds it in place.
What is the best way to remove emblem safety without doing further damage?
I have a replacement ready to go!!! Thanks for any info.......

Ok, figured it out.......needed string, a long punch & my 5 lb. mini sledge did the trick....now for adhesive removal....
Would post pics, but I get an upload error everytime I try. First time this has happen......

We Gone · 06-03-2016

Heat gun or hair dryer & fishing line. take your time and don't glue them back on.

Tripler · 06-03-2016

Use photobucket to upload pics . Just use the (img) version of the pics . Copy and paste into your post ...

Tripler · 06-03-2016

Jagdpanzer · 06-03-2016

Use Direct and paste it in Image box

Paul Workman · 06-03-2016

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Originally Posted by Jagdpanzer

Use Direct and paste it in Image box

I used fishing line and 3M Adhesive Remover. No problems...!

Roadster · 06-07-2016

Got the pics working, just need the adhesive remover and hair dryer as
"We Gone" suggested to clean up and install the new one....

Paul Workman · 06-07-2016

Having fun yet?

I don't know (or want to know) what the hammer and punch is for!! And, as for the fishing line, I used 20# mono-filament between right and left index fingers, sawed back and forth in presence of the 3M solvent.

Oh, well.... Looks like your having fun!!

GOLDCYLON · 06-07-2016

Now you need some goo gone. Works pretty well on that left over adhesive or 3M Adhesive remover.

Roadster · 06-07-2016

Quote:

Originally Posted by Paul Workman

Having fun yet?

I don't know (or want to know) what the hammer and punch is for!! And, as for the fishing line, I used 20# mono-filament between right and left index fingers, sawed back and forth in presence of the 3M solvent.

Oh, well.... Looks like your having fun!!

Well, I'll tell you anyway.....the hammer and punch was used to separate the emblem from the door.

The string only work so far....then I had to resort to a more persuasive manner for removal. Holding the fuel door with my left hand, and against the emblem in the upright position, I used the punch and the mini sledge to whack the studs and what was left of the one stud, to have the emblem come apart from the door. This is not for the faint of heart......

That mini sledge is one of the best tools I have ever purchased. It has helped me numerous times for years, believe me when I tell you.

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Originally Posted by GOLDCYLON

Now you need some goo gone. Works pretty well on that left over adhesive or 3M Adhesive remover.

I think I have some of both, but since retirement a few weeks ago, its tough to schedule finishing the job........lol
I am concerned about getting anything on the paint, but I imagine I will be ok, hope to get done by the weekend, that's if my "busy" retirement schedule allows........lol

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Roadster Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Warrington PA Posts: 1,913	Gas door emblem removal..... Detailing the Z, I figured I would remove the emblem from the gas door. Not a good thought, as the outer rings broke and so did a stud. Also not remembering that there is adhesive on the emblem which holds it in place. What is the best way to remove emblem safety without doing further damage? I have a replacement ready to go!!! Thanks for any info....... Ok, figured it out.......needed string, a long punch & my 5 lb. mini sledge did the trick....now for adhesive removal.... Would post pics, but I get an upload error everytime I try. First time this has happen...... __________________ Tom 1994 ZR-1 #009 "captured test fleet car" 1974 LS4 454 Vert 1982 L83 CFI...now a retired "dd"....Sold WAZOO Member Last edited by Roadster; 06-03-2016 at 12:40 PM.

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We Gone Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: ATL. GA. Posts: 2,162	Re: Gas door emblem removal..... Heat gun or hair dryer & fishing line. take your time and don't glue them back on. __________________ Steve 1990 Steel Blue/Black #2355 1990 Red/Red #1473 1991 Quasar /Black #118 Sold 1991 Turquoise/Black #766 Parted Out 1993 Yellow/White #179 Sold 1990 Black/Gray #1361 Headers/4:10s Sold

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Tripler Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Toronto Posts: 716	Re: Gas door emblem removal..... Use photobucket to upload pics . Just use the (img) version of the pics . Copy and paste into your post ...

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Tripler Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Toronto Posts: 716	Re: Gas door emblem removal.....

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Jagdpanzer Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Northern VA Posts: 2,644	Re: Gas door emblem removal..... Use Direct and paste it in Image box __________________ Phil Wasinger 1994 Torch Red ZR-1 WAZOO Member George Braml Intake Last edited by Jagdpanzer; 06-03-2016 at 04:32 PM.

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Roadster Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Warrington PA Posts: 1,913	Re: Gas door emblem removal..... Got the pics working, just need the adhesive remover and hair dryer as "We Gone" suggested to clean up and install the new one.... __________________ Tom 1994 ZR-1 #009 "captured test fleet car" 1974 LS4 454 Vert 1982 L83 CFI...now a retired "dd"....Sold WAZOO Member

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Paul Workman Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Squires (near Ava MO in the Mark Twain N'tl Forest) - Missouri Posts: 6,493	Re: Gas door emblem removal..... Having fun yet? I don't know (or want to know) what the hammer and punch is for!! And, as for the fishing line, I used 20# mono-filament between right and left index fingers, sawed back and forth in presence of the 3M solvent. Oh, well.... Looks like your having fun!! __________________ Good carz, good food, good friendz = the best of timez! 90 #1202 "FBI" top end ported & relieved Cam timing by "Pete the Greek" Sans secondaries Chip & dyno tuning by Haibeck Automotive SW headers, X-pipe, MF muffs Former Secretary, ZR-1 Net Registry

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