View Full Version : Debadging mishap
NapaCoach
01-16-2007, 03:34 PM
i turn my back for 20 minutes & my buddys wife starts "helping" me (i take about a week to de-badge only doing 15 minuts a day until gone)
she scratched up the clearcoat around the the badge & still did not get all the sticky off
http://sneakystella.smugmug.com/photos/123616541-L.jpg
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http://sneakystella.smugmug.com/photos/123616078-L.jpg
i have never polished a car before can this be saved ?
what is needed ?
VroomVroom
01-16-2007, 04:31 PM
Debadging should actually only take 15-20 minutes entirely. What's your method? FWIW I use a blow dryer, QD spray, plastic putty knife, 3M adhesive remover, paint polish, and topcoat. (On my Audi the last two were Poorboy's products - Professional Polish and EX.)
This is a guess without actually seeing it, but I think you'll be okay. First get that adhesive off of there - a bit of hot air, some Goo Gone, WD-40, or 3M adhesive remover. Do you have any polishes? If not, try Scratch X from Meguiar's - it can be found just about anywhere and is pretty decent stuff. Work it in with pressure and speed to break it down. It may take a few passes, but you should see some progress. Follow up with your favorite wax/sealant for protection. Good luck!
NapaCoach
01-16-2007, 07:19 PM
thank you very much
i will try out the Maguiars scratch X tonight (spotted it @ Target but wanted to check back with you guys first)
Mattgfx
01-16-2007, 07:32 PM
had the same problem.. myen is done! scratched like crazy.. i need body shop to fix it :( or try to touch it up
A4Pdot
01-18-2007, 04:35 PM
To Debadge my ride took about 10 min. I used a hair dryer, fishing wire, and some "GooGone" so simple...and no way for a tool to scratch the car. Just remember don't heat it too hot.
NapaCoach
01-21-2007, 07:02 PM
thanks for the help guys
its back to normal now
used some Maguiars scratch x
im looking foward to detailing my cars on my own soon