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From: Rockwall Texas
You can purchase a "Door Plug Puller" ($6.00) at a local auto supply store.. also get a few additional plugs (3 for $1.99). You can use your plug over and over and over again.. But, you WILL drop one and believe me, they never fall on to the ground!
Some have also used BBQ forks or screwdrivers to pop out the plugs...
Good luck,
Paula
Some have also used BBQ forks or screwdrivers to pop out the plugs...
Good luck,
Paula
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From: Ohio
Originally Posted by rkhegler
Need a special tool?
Take your time when doing it.
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How to take it off has been answered, so best of luck in your painting project. Just take your time and hope it turns out great.
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Originally Posted by ptdrummer54
no, it is an easy removal - just pop out the retainer plugs and it's off...
just remember it soaks up paint so you will need to put a lot of coats to cover nice
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Originally Posted by ptdrummer54
no, it is an easy removal - just pop out the retainer plugs and it's off...
just remember it soaks up paint so you will need to put a lot of coats to cover nice........if your just doing the logo use an air brush....great results
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Easy DIY Mod. Take as long as necessary to get the look you want.I got high temp flat black grill paint(spray can) and did the entire liner 1st. Then I used fabric paint and have seen others that used glass paint. Both from fabric stores or craft shops. Its like painting a sponge. I fooled around with mine for a week. Hour or so here and there. have fun with it. 
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What a popular thing to be doing! I'm on coat 5 of white and red and 1 0r 2 more should do it. I did break a couple of the retainers, 6 for $5 at NAPA. I found that getting my fingers under the tab and twisting CCW while pulling was the easiest (without a tool) removal method.
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Originally Posted by KC Vette
Claw hammer works good to remove the plugs, used one several times.
I have done the same thing. Claw on the plug. The head of the hammer in one hand the other on the handle. Pop those suckers right out.
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Originally Posted by NDMIKE88
Will driving without the liner on harm the paint on the hood ?