replacing emblems?

[wengr]

The trunk emblem (1983) is hidden behind a sheet metal shield that is part of the inner structure. How do you get the retainers off the emblem pins without damaging anything?

[76was124]

If its like my 81, that metal cover is pretty soft and you can bend it enough to get at it with a small socket or nut driver.

[JCelesia]

I just got new hood/trunk emblems for my 81. I wasn't sure if I should pry or tap or unscrew. The new emblems ad two unthreaded pins, so I used a plastic putty knife/scraper and slowly worked it up. Once I was under the emblem, it came up to reveal old glue. The old emblems were pretty worn, but I suppose they could be replacements - I don't know. This took care of the worry about the metal piece inside the trunk. Now I am looking to used some sort of rubber sheath on the pins along with glue to make it a bit more snug.

Good luck to all. I appreciate the site as a new owner and love the fact that some of us are keeping these great cars on the road.
Ciao! Jon

[76was124]

The emblems with the non threaded pins use a plastic insert in the hood holes. They are available from some of the auto parts suppliers that frequent the forum . They also sell the rubber gasket that should go between the emblem and painted hood surface to seal it better and protect your paint.

[JCelesia]

Thanks, I did just that. I got two small rubber rings for each pin at Ace Hardware that were a nice, snug fit. Then I got emblem glue from O'Reilly and stuck them on. We'll see if this was wise or not, but I put plumber's putty around the ring to further assist keeping water out. I haven't hose tested the seal, but it seems (seams) good.