Just did this earlier since here in Indiana it was fairly nice out. Pretty simple and basic but I had absolutely no idea how to remove the front one and the way I seen on here to remove the rear was incorrect in my case; so this is why I am posting this, for anyone else wondering. I've searched and did not find another like this. These bowties are similar to the ones on ebay..
What I used:
1) 3/8" drill
2) 17/64" drill bit (Any other similar size will work fine like 1/4 and such.)
3) Flat head screwdriver
4) Smaller scraper
5) Lighter fluid and rags
The stock front AND rear bowties have an acrylic cover then underneath that is the gold/reflective sticker on top of the adhesive. VERY EASY, center the drill and SLOWLY drill. You only want to just pass thru the acrylic, if you go any further the chrome trim around the bowtie will be damaged. The bowtie actually sets inside the chrome trim. There are no clips, bolts, or anything; just adhesive. Here is just a basic picture of where to drill.
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Next use a screwdriver that fits inside the hole you just drilled and simply pry it out. It will come out in pieces but come out rather easily. I used a smaller 9oz hammer and tapped the end of the screwdriver at first to get it in there good before the initial pry. Here is another, basic, picture of how the screwdriver is used.
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After all the plastic is removed it will be filled with adhesive. I used a scraper to remove the majority of it, but if you are limited to just a screwdriver you can make that work. I would not worry about leaving scratches on the chrome since you will be covering it up in a few minutes anyways.
Once you get as much adhesive as you can out, I used lighter fluid but there are other things to use that will work, put some on the tip of the rag and use your finger on the other side of the rag to rub the adhesive completely off. DO NOT GET LIGHTER FLUID ON YOUR PAINT. I have no personal experience but I've heard of it ruining paint.
Next, I would test fit the bowtie you purchased that it does fit the curve of the front bumper and that it fits completely inside the rear trim.
Then, remove the adhesive film cover and press on. I think it's something like 15 lbs of force for 30 seconds, not too sure. Since it was 46°F out, I used a heat gun and warmed it up a fair amount and gave it another firm push just for insurance. A hairdryer also works. And that's all. This post kind off draws out the process, but it took me ~30 minutes. Have fun and I hoped this helped! :th_alc:
Final product:
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What I used:
1) 3/8" drill
2) 17/64" drill bit (Any other similar size will work fine like 1/4 and such.)
3) Flat head screwdriver
4) Smaller scraper
5) Lighter fluid and rags
The stock front AND rear bowties have an acrylic cover then underneath that is the gold/reflective sticker on top of the adhesive. VERY EASY, center the drill and SLOWLY drill. You only want to just pass thru the acrylic, if you go any further the chrome trim around the bowtie will be damaged. The bowtie actually sets inside the chrome trim. There are no clips, bolts, or anything; just adhesive. Here is just a basic picture of where to drill.
2013-04-20 17.50.34.jpg
Next use a screwdriver that fits inside the hole you just drilled and simply pry it out. It will come out in pieces but come out rather easily. I used a smaller 9oz hammer and tapped the end of the screwdriver at first to get it in there good before the initial pry. Here is another, basic, picture of how the screwdriver is used.
2013-04-20 17.56.34.jpg
After all the plastic is removed it will be filled with adhesive. I used a scraper to remove the majority of it, but if you are limited to just a screwdriver you can make that work. I would not worry about leaving scratches on the chrome since you will be covering it up in a few minutes anyways.
Once you get as much adhesive as you can out, I used lighter fluid but there are other things to use that will work, put some on the tip of the rag and use your finger on the other side of the rag to rub the adhesive completely off. DO NOT GET LIGHTER FLUID ON YOUR PAINT. I have no personal experience but I've heard of it ruining paint.
Next, I would test fit the bowtie you purchased that it does fit the curve of the front bumper and that it fits completely inside the rear trim.
Then, remove the adhesive film cover and press on. I think it's something like 15 lbs of force for 30 seconds, not too sure. Since it was 46°F out, I used a heat gun and warmed it up a fair amount and gave it another firm push just for insurance. A hairdryer also works. And that's all. This post kind off draws out the process, but it took me ~30 minutes. Have fun and I hoped this helped! :th_alc:
Final product:
2013-04-20 19.32.40.jpg2013-04-20 19.36.06.jpg