Raptor tailgate badge removed

[snm928]

I’m sure this is an old thread, but not sure I know how to find it. Had previously posted removal of vinyl decal pictures. Went totally stealth (exterior) yesterday by removing tailgate Raptor badge. Mistake?

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[snm928]

I think having a compulsive disorder caused me to look for balanced symmetry off center Ford badge. Also liked the idea of “keep them guessing “ for those scratching their heads.

 

[stuartmunto]

I don't think anyone is guessing - those who know, will know regardless of badging. Those who don't know, probably won't be giving it any thought...

I get not having the side stickers and graphics pack (they're not for everyone), but removing the Raptor badge for me is a step too far..?

 

[snm928]

Yeah. Just having fun. Probably just old and old school. Wouldn’t be worried about an enthusiast, but as an old guy have experienced a charmer keying a car because they saw a badge and thought (in their little mind) it might be pretentious. My keyed car was a ‘97 328i. The car was fourteen years old! I guess that’s the “okay to key a BMW”because “BMW are jerks…” Like Tesla drivers are aspiring Nazi’s. Just flying under the radar brother. All good.

 

[superj]

Sleeper mode, activated.

I like it because now the little street racers wont know what smoked em

 

[pablo94sc]

Mine was either left off at the factory, stolen, or simply fell off. I only noticed it missing a couple weeks after getting the truck, and other than the occasional hmmmm, I haven't missed it.

 

[T-Rev]

Removed mine long ago as I'd prefer to fly as under the radar as possible.

 

[ChronciallyChronic]

Removed mine long ago as I'd prefer to fly as under the radar as possible.

I think the Raptors look better WITHOUT the badging and shouty graphics than they do with!

 

[snm928]

*bmw drivers

Removed mine long ago as I'd prefer to fly as under the radar as possible.

Beautiful truck.

 

[snm928]

Sleeper mode, activated.

I like it because now the little street racers wont know what smoked em

 

[snm928]

Mine was either left off at the factory, stolen, or simply fell off. I only noticed it missing a couple weeks after getting the truck, and other than the occasional hmmmm, I haven't missed it.

That would have saved me a few minutes.

 

[Truckin]

Removed mine long ago as I'd prefer to fly as under the radar as possible.

I agree with going under the radar, jerks in my area try to trash nice. I generally debadge all my rides.

 

[Halbarad]

So, that badge is just stuck on? Now you've got me thinking. Already removed the bed side graphics.

 

[snm928]

I think the Raptors look better WITHOUT the badging and shouty graphics than they do with!

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So, that badge is just stuck on? Now you've got me thinking. Already removed the bed side graphics.

Used one of these. Some have said dental floss will work. This device seems a little more stout and made it very easy. Warmed up with hair dryer, cleanly removed badge from adhesive with string device, and then adhesive (still warm) just rolled up like a cinnamon roll. A little adhesive residue was easily removed with soft cloth and alcohol.

https://www.amazon.com/Gomake-Surfa...=1747806454&sprefix=car+badge+,aps,203&sr=8-8

 

[Halbarad]

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...Some have said dental floss will work....

Thanks. I would think dental floss would be too fragile - hell, it snaps trying to floss my teeth half the time. I wonder if fishing line would work (wrapped around a couple pieces of dowel for leverage). The string on this product you shared has a braid, which would provide a tiny bit of abrasiveness.

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