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dentnshell · 06-29-2015, 02:17 PM

Ok Guys / Gals FWIW I am not the first to do this but thought I would write up what I did.

Replace the side Camaro emblems with 1968 reproduction script emblems Part #3916660.
3M 03609 Molding tape. 5ft was plenty with about half left over

Order the parts from ebay.
Removed the metal installation tabs from the '68 emblems with a grinder
Cleaned with acetone
back-filled with JB Weld - This allowed a lot more surface area for 3M tape
smoothed the back with grinder and knife
applied 3M Molding tape with several razor blades
Removed old badges with heat gun and fishing line
cleaned with Goof-Off and then Acetone
Measured for placement
Slapped the new emblems on

See pics below!

Earnhardtfan77 · 06-29-2015, 02:45 PM

looks awesome. good job man

ex11b90 · 06-29-2015, 03:09 PM

Looks great, big improvement over the block letters. I've had a pair of those for almost a year now, I was hesitating because of that hollow back, I'm going to get it done now with that JB Weld stuff, great tip!

dentnshell · 06-29-2015, 06:37 PM

The JB weld is messy... I would suggest only trying to fill half of each emblem at a time. Gives you something to hold onto while you are working and cleaning.

I also considered using a thinner epoxy and a syringe to inject it into the void. In the end the JB weld works and cleans very easy with water as it sets up.

I found installing the double sided tape at angle's almost equal to the slant of the script made for a good base that I used a razor blade to cut off. I bet I used a half dozen. clean and share was important as you are trimming. I would also suggest trimming at an angle that will keep the tape from bubbling out when you press it on.

Demon War Horse · 06-29-2015, 06:37 PM

Nice install!

chevyss69 · 07-02-2015, 10:40 AM

Sweet!!!

Denis · 07-02-2015, 12:16 PM

looks awesome!

BFASTNOTLAST · 07-02-2015, 01:06 PM

I definitely like it. Here is mine.

ex11b90 · 07-02-2015, 02:32 PM

Looks cool with the crossed flags, Bfastnotlast!Thanks for the tips, Dentsnhell, I'm going to do it during this 3 day weekend!

Ironman715 · 07-03-2015, 06:32 AM

That's a nice classy upgrade with a nice attention to detail. Really clean install.

'Moe

06-29-2015, 02:17 PM	#1
dentnshell Drives: Black 2014 2SS Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Oologah, OK Posts: 454 View My Garage	Retro Camaro Emblem - Install Ok Guys / Gals FWIW I am not the first to do this but thought I would write up what I did. Replace the side Camaro emblems with 1968 reproduction script emblems Part #3916660. 3M 03609 Molding tape. 5ft was plenty with about half left over Order the parts from ebay. Removed the metal installation tabs from the '68 emblems with a grinder Cleaned with acetone back-filled with JB Weld - This allowed a lot more surface area for 3M tape smoothed the back with grinder and knife applied 3M Molding tape with several razor blades Removed old badges with heat gun and fishing line cleaned with Goof-Off and then Acetone Measured for placement Slapped the new emblems on See pics below! __________________ 2014 L99 2SS. 595HP/571ft-lbs Mods: LSA Conversion 2.5" Upper Pulley, 65# injectors, GPI SS1 Cam, SP Long Tubes, ADM Race Scoop & CAI, NPP exhaust (DIY control), BMR 1" lowering springs, ZL1 Rear Differential / Axles, CF Side Strip / Hood Spear, Tint - Windows / Tails / Sidemarkers, Splash Guards, ADM Boost Gauge, ABL Dashkit, '68 Script Badges, ACS T4 Splitter, ZL1 Rockers from Gary's, Z28 Spoiler, Carbon Fiber Hood Vent, Summer - MRR FS01 Satin Black (10" Front 11" Rear) Winter, pictured-Drag DR 64's Satin Black (9" Front-10" Rear.)

06-29-2015, 02:45 PM	#2
Earnhardtfan77 Drives: Summit White 2012 1LT/RS Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: California Posts: 191	looks awesome. good job man __________________ 2012 Summit White 1LT/RS Cold Air Inductions CAI, VMaxx ported throttle body, RX catch can, Led Interior Lights, Led License plate lights, Hood Spears, Blacked Out Rear Trunk panel, Gills, Blacked Out Front Fascia, and Bow tie

06-29-2015, 06:37 PM	#4
dentnshell Drives: Black 2014 2SS Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Oologah, OK Posts: 454 View My Garage	The JB weld is messy... I would suggest only trying to fill half of each emblem at a time. Gives you something to hold onto while you are working and cleaning. I also considered using a thinner epoxy and a syringe to inject it into the void. In the end the JB weld works and cleans very easy with water as it sets up. I found installing the double sided tape at angle's almost equal to the slant of the script made for a good base that I used a razor blade to cut off. I bet I used a half dozen. clean and share was important as you are trimming. I would also suggest trimming at an angle that will keep the tape from bubbling out when you press it on. __________________ 2014 L99 2SS. 595HP/571ft-lbs Mods: LSA Conversion 2.5" Upper Pulley, 65# injectors, GPI SS1 Cam, SP Long Tubes, ADM Race Scoop & CAI, NPP exhaust (DIY control), BMR 1" lowering springs, ZL1 Rear Differential / Axles, CF Side Strip / Hood Spear, Tint - Windows / Tails / Sidemarkers, Splash Guards, ADM Boost Gauge, ABL Dashkit, '68 Script Badges, ACS T4 Splitter, ZL1 Rockers from Gary's, Z28 Spoiler, Carbon Fiber Hood Vent, Summer - MRR FS01 Satin Black (10" Front 11" Rear) Winter, pictured-Drag DR 64's Satin Black (9" Front-10" Rear.)

06-29-2015, 06:37 PM	#5
Demon War Horse War Horse Pilot Drives: 2017 NFG 1SS 1LE Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: N.Texas Posts: 2,458 View My Garage	Nice install! __________________ COTW 09/07/2015 - 2014 AGM 2SS/RS - RIP 6/01/17 2017 Nightfall Gray Metallic 1SS 1LE Born 5/17/17 - *Click Sig Pic below for for Demon War Horse 02 Build Thread* SigPic by Hazman

07-02-2015, 12:16 PM	#7
Denis Drives: 2010 SS Join Date: May 2012 Location: Yorktown Heights, NY Posts: 7,695 View My Garage	looks awesome! __________________

06-29-2015, 03:09 PM	#3
ex11b90 Drives: 1LT 2011 Camaro M6 Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Union City, MI Posts: 140	Looks great, big improvement over the block letters. I've had a pair of those for almost a year now, I was hesitating because of that hollow back, I'm going to get it done now with that JB Weld stuff, great tip!

07-02-2015, 10:40 AM	#6
chevyss69 Drives: 2011 2ss/rs Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: hershey Posts: 162	Sweet!!!

07-02-2015, 01:06 PM	#8
BFASTNOTLAST Drives: 2012 SS LS3 Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Denver NC Posts: 1,411 View My Garage	I definitely like it. Here is mine. Attached Images __________________

07-02-2015, 02:32 PM	#9
ex11b90 Drives: 1LT 2011 Camaro M6 Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Union City, MI Posts: 140	Looks cool with the crossed flags, Bfastnotlast!Thanks for the tips, Dentsnhell, I'm going to do it during this 3 day weekend!

07-03-2015, 06:32 AM	#10
Ironman715 Drives: 2011 1SS Red jewel tint Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Agawam MA Posts: 32	That's a nice classy upgrade with a nice attention to detail. Really clean install. 'Moe