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ctx
27-08-2012, 06:09 PM
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/3M-Genuine-Double-Face-Sided-Tape-8mmX3-meters-Automotive-Grade-12V-LED-/130754568831?pt=AU_Car_Parts_Accessories&hash=item1e7194627f#ht_1690wt_1163

Would this be too thick? I'm going to re-apply an emblem to my car and was just wondering if it'd be good enough for this purpose. I don't want to buy tape that's too thick and noticeable when attached to the body.

Thanks :)

brandonek1
27-08-2012, 06:33 PM
I used very similar tape and just used a stanley knife to cut away the small amounts of excess and it came out fine

And assuming the tape in the picture is the same, estimating based off comparison of the 8mm width, that tape will be thin enough

ctx
28-08-2012, 12:12 PM
Okay cheers. Thanks for the info :)

GU357
28-08-2012, 02:13 PM
what type of emblem? the just a H? or the H in a back ground?

ctx
28-08-2012, 05:36 PM
Just the typical H you see on most Hondas. Not the Type R style.

GU357
28-08-2012, 05:37 PM
ahh, i would of just gone with silicone on the little legs and let it set then push it on.

ctx
28-08-2012, 06:30 PM
Ah, already bought the tape so we'll see how that goes.

brandonek1
29-08-2012, 07:01 AM
just make sure you prep both surfaces properly first and it should be alright - soapy water then wax and grease remover

ctx
31-08-2012, 08:27 PM
My 3M double sided tape arrived today, so I'm gonna do this tomorrow. Would a hair dryer be enough to heat up the adhesive so I can remove the emblem?

GU357
31-08-2012, 08:35 PM
give it a shot, depends how strong the hair dryer is.

ctx
01-09-2012, 01:58 PM
Got it done today. Took under an hour. A hairdryer was more than enough to heat up the stuff they used to stick it down. I used the dental floss method and used a flathead screwdriver to pop out the clips. I would definitely say wrap the screwdriver in sticky tape to prevent scratching the paint. Sticking it back on was a breeze.

Thanks for the help everyone!