I know this is a rinky-dink problem/question but I'm a newbie so there. heh Anyway, I just got a pair of colored honda emblems that were "supposedly" for a 97 accord. I removed the stock emblem off the back and the back of that emblem has two small posts while the back of the aftermarket emblem has two "spikes" (they look like the head of a phillips screwdriver). Well the 3M tape on the back won't stick because the stock emblem i removed is curved to fit the slight curve on the trunk where the emblem sits and aftermarket emblem back is NOT curved (it's straight).

I know it's a stupid question but I'd like to see if i'm missing something or if it's just the wrong part or what.

THanks in advance

-Wop

 

There is specific glue for emblems, however if their is a curve to it, it will likely never fit. You can either drill holes for the pins, or just put a pair of pliars ont hem and break em off. Hope that helps.

 

try using some double sided sticky foam type tape found at a craft store or drug store--worked for me awhile ago

 

Maybe its a sign to not install those new "fancy" emblems...IMO they look like ****, I would either go badgeless or stock one but what the hell do I know

 

ouch man!

 

Atheist - It has 3M tape on it already...should I use glue as well or should that do the trick?

Jwogen1 - is there a certain brand or type I should get? I think I actually have some kind of double sided sticky foam in the garage.

Thanks for the feedback,

Wop

 

careful with using glue--the stuff i used some time ago was just like a scotch brand or something

 

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I really think you need to get more sleep...

 

just leave all the emblems off

 

I actually want to go badgeless, but after a new paintjob. For now I just wanted to try an aftermarket badge look. Go easy on me, It's my first time! I'm gonna go today after work and pick up some double sided sticky foam from the crafts store.

Also, where's a good place (online or otherwise) that has a reasonably priced, large selection of grille (sp?) mesh? And where's a good place to pick up an aftermarket grille for a 97 Accord LX?

Thanks

-Wop

 

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Also, where's a good place (online or otherwise) that has a reasonably priced, large selection of grille (sp?) mesh? And where's a good place to pick up an aftermarket grille for a 97 Accord LX?

Thanks

-Wop</TD></TR></TABLE>


DIY .... home depot or lowes

 

A friend of mine from work said that I should use glue on both sides of the foam. She said something about "painters glue" I think. If I am gonna use glue on both sides of the sticky foam, what type/brand is the best/safest to use?

Thanks for all the help,

-Wop

 

i still dont think you should use any glue on your finish. the double-sided stuff i used has been working for years now--car washes, weather etc.

http://www.tasautoparts.com has some aftermarket grills to check out

 

Jwogen1 - What is the exact brand/type of sticky foam you used (if you can remember)? And thanks for the link, TAS has a bunch of nice stuff.

Thanks again

-Wop

 

it was scotch brand, like a green/white label or pattern on the package/backing--im sure you can find it where office/school products are sold

 

Thanks alot man. I'm gonna go try to pick some up today or tomorrow. I really appreciate all the help (especially j, bagged, and athiest).

Thanks again!

-Wop

 

What no love?? j/p, its all a matter of personal opinion. And I wasn't being hard on ya.....just trying to give insight. But its your car and your decision, and if you like it, thats what matter. Others, including myself may or may not like it .

 

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He loves me..

 

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Sorry bout that, I was running late for work when I wrote the reply. I do appreciate your feedback and suggestions, every little bit helps! And I actually am going to go badgeless, but I'd rather do that when the car is really up to par and has gotten a new paintjob.

MUCH LOVE

-Wop

 

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this is my exact situation as well

VR we love you bro