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Inspired by some pictures on the forum, I decided to debadge the Corvette lettering, as well as the Stingrays on my 2016 C7. As this was my first time debadging, I was not sure what to expect, so I thought I would take some pictures of the process for others who might tackle this project.
I started off by soaking the Corvette lettering badge with Goo Gone. After five minutes or so, when I noticed the emblem had more give, I started sawing off the lettering with dental floss (you can also use fisherman's line). Lettering comes off rather easy, compared to the Stingrays.
Afterwards you will have some black adhesive to deal with, which requires some elbow grease. (Note: Whether you use your thumb or a credit card, as I have heard others use, make sure you have some lubrication to ensure you don't scratch the paint.) I used more Goo Gone to get the majority of it off. Once it was only small bits of adhesive, I used WD-40, and a Mr. Clean Eraser. Afterwards, used some detailing spray, and a quick spritz of Black Fire Crystal Seal, and it looks great.
Pictures of the process:
Emblem will have some give after soaking...
After sawing off with dental floss (or fisherman's line).
I also have a 2016 shark gray and have considered removing the corvette lettering on the rear. Although I don't see any in your pictures, is there any fading noticeable after having remove the badges? How long have you had your car? I read someone on here quite a while back saying that some noticeable fading had occurred when they remove their lettering. I would assume if there were it would go away over time.
I also have a 2016 shark gray and have considered removing the corvette lettering on the rear. Although I don't see any in your pictures, is there any fading noticeable after having remove the badges? How long have you had your car? I read someone on here quite a while back saying that some noticeable fading had occurred when they remove their lettering. I would assume if there were it would go away over time.
I did not notice any fading, but I have only had my C7 since August 2016. I think even a small amount of fading would not be as noticeable with the Shark Gray, as it would be with other colors.
That's a really great tip about using fishing line...I wonder why people debadge their cars though. It is a cleaner look for the back end? Just wondering.
That's a really great tip about using fishing line...I wonder why people debadge their cars though. It is a cleaner look for the back end? Just wondering.
I think it just looks cleaner, and the chrome just distracts and pulls your eyes from all the other amazing lines on the car.
I would NOT use a Mr Clean Magic Eraser on paint - those things are abrasive - that's why they clean so well! There should be no fading on any C7 Corvette - they're all too new!!
I would NOT use a Mr Clean Magic Eraser on paint - those things are abrasive - that's why they clean so well! There should be no fading on any C7 Corvette - they're all too new!!
Magic erasers can definitely be abrasive (have seen they are equivalent to 3000 grit). I certainly would not recommend any hard scrubbing, but with lubrication and a light touch, I did not have any issues.
Magic erasers can definitely be abrasive (have seen they are equivalent to 3000 grit). I certainly would not recommend any hard scrubbing, but with lubrication and a light touch, I did not have any issues.
I debadged my car took the letters off the back and the stingrays off the side.
I used welding wire (non wax dental floss works well too) and acetone to remove the goo. Clean up with soap and water.... I have done it this way on at least 5 cars no issues.
Here is a thought: a bright white color affects depth perception, under certain lighting conditions you perceive the car in front is farther away than it actually is, therefore a white car is more susceptible to being rear ended. Removing the Corvette script on the rear will eliminate a focal point that aids in determining your actual distance from an object increasing the chance of an accident.
Here is a thought: a bright white color affects depth perception, under certain lighting conditions you perceive the car in front is farther away than it actually is, therefore a white car is more susceptible to being rear ended. Removing the Corvette script on the rear will eliminate a focal point that aids in determining your actual distance from an object increasing the chance of an accident.
Here is a thought: a bright white color affects depth perception, under certain lighting conditions you perceive the car in front is farther away than it actually is, therefore a white car is more susceptible to being rear ended. Removing the Corvette script on the rear will eliminate a focal point that aids in determining your actual distance from an object increasing the chance of an accident.
I'm not sure that much thought was put in the design of badging, but maybe that would help explain the strip of chrome on the grill Regardless, if my tail lights, reflectors, Corvette badge, white license plate, and shinny exhaust tips don't catch someone's attention, than they should't be driving...
Removed the rear Corvette emblem and the fish on the fenders. Used a hair dryer and a plastic tool. peeled right off. Most of the glue stayed on the badge. Cleaned off the rest of the glue with Isoproply Alcohol. Re-waxed and looks as new.
Two things… Agree with all the posts above about Mr. clean Magic eraser, it's the equivalent of 3600 wet dry sandpaper. A little bit of scrubbing and your gloss is gone, don't ask me how I know. Also this Chevy adhesive is tough. The most cutting, best thing you can use is fishing BRAID #20 pounds… Cuts right through it.
Why debadge? Because the badges are cheap plastic, stuck on with adhesive, and catch on all your detailing tools......
Here is a thought: a bright white color affects depth perception, under certain lighting conditions you perceive the car in front is farther away than it actually is, therefore a white car is more susceptible to being rear ended. Removing the Corvette script on the rear will eliminate a focal point that aids in determining your actual distance from an object increasing the chance of an accident.
Two things… Agree with all the posts above about Mr. clean Magic eraser, it's the equivalent of 3600 wet dry sandpaper. A little bit of scrubbing and your gloss is gone, don't ask me how I know. Also this Chevy adhesive is tough. The most cutting, best thing you can use is fishing BRAID #20 pounds… Cuts right through it.
Why debadge? Because the badges are cheap plastic, stuck on with adhesive, and catch on all your detailing tools......
thanks everyone for the tips... got mine off and cleaned up in 15 minutes. Removed the rear Corvette emblem on my Z06
I seriously would NOT use goo-gone. That's a solvent. Not a good idea. Just use fishing line and it will be fine. Then rub your finger over the remaining double sided tape and roll it off.
C7 - Debadging (How To)
Regardless, if my tail lights, reflectors, Corvette badge, white license plate, and shinny exhaust tips don't catch someone's attention, than they should't be driving...
