Editing Badge removal

[[category:Cosmetic]]

==Removing Badges==

This is a commonly asked question in regards to the cosmetics of the [[R31]].

[[Badges|Badge]] removal is a very simple process.
Unlike older cars, the [[R31]] has adhesive badges.
They are not invasive, so once you have removed them, there are no holes left underneath.
They are held on with a layer of black double sided tape.


==Before you begin!==

Before you begin to remove your badges, be aware that once the badges are off, you may be left with dark patches where the [[badges]] once were.
Remember, the [[paint codes|paint]] underneath the [[badges]] hasn't been exposed to daylight in 15+ years. 


Due to popular opinion, our members have decided that the best way to remove badges is as follows.

'''Items required for removal:'''
* Hair dryer
* Fishing line
And your prefered choice of any of the following products to remove the sticky residue:
* Methylated spirits
* Big Kev's goo remover
* Prepsol
* WD40

Use the hair dryer to heat up the badges.
This will help to make the gum on the adhesive tape turn "gooey".
Once your gum is gooey, grab a length of fishing line, and run it along behind the badge.
If you encounter too much resistance, heat it up a bit more.
Once the badge is off the car, you will find that you are left with a sticky mess.
Apply some of your chosen residue remover to a soft cloth, and apply it to the gum.
Don't try to rush this step, you may end up damaging your paint.
Gently rub at the gum in a circular motion until it is all removed.
Once you've got the gum off, wash the area to get rid of any excess residue remover.

DONE!