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DevilKnightFalcon · 03-10-2010, 10:56 PM

bumblebeecamaro · 03-10-2010, 11:38 PM

I tried to remove my chrome rings with no luck. them things are in there pretty tight.

camero · 03-11-2010, 05:47 AM

yeah my fingers hurt for three days after prying them out. I didn't use a tool though and broke off most of the clips to do it. People that use the right tool say they slip right out though.

rtcat600man · 03-21-2010, 05:46 PM

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Originally Posted by DevilKnightFalcon

I opted to have mine painted black instead of removing them. I love the look

Very nice look. On both the IOM and Yellow Camaro's.

Once again this FORUM has proven itself to be valuable to others.

I have to agree that this change looks awsome. I am not a fan of the chrome look when everything else is black accent. I will be stopping by Autozone (again) for another item to make changes. Not sure If I am going to paint these or use the weather stripping idea.

Either way to get the bezels out I will be using the proper tools borrowed from a friend who use to do trim work and has them all. This will certainly save the hands. Thanks again to all those who have posted this good looking tip.

Berean · 04-11-2010, 02:47 PM

Ok, after reading this I'm still somewhat confused about how to remove them with a screwdriver or flat tool.

Does it go between the bezel and car, or bezel and tail light?

Can someone post a clear pic on how it's done?

Thanks!

camero · 04-11-2010, 04:55 PM

OMG don't use a screwdriver!!! I've never seen a the flat tool but I think it's REALLY flat like a butterknife but plastic and you slip it in from the outside between the bumper and the chrome to release the clips. I'd like to see some pictures too and find out if I'm right!

camero · 09-15-2010, 06:17 PM

I removed my boss's taillight rings a few weeks ago with a thick popsicle stick like the kind for stirring bondo. I broke a few of the sticks but got all the rings out without messing up his bumper or breaking any of their clips or my fingers.

03-10-2010, 10:56 PM	#99
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03-10-2010, 11:38 PM	#100
bumblebeecamaro Car Lover By Nature Drives: 2016 Hyper Blue Metallic SS Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Central FL Posts: 2,327 View My Garage	I tried to remove my chrome rings with no luck. them things are in there pretty tight. __________________

03-11-2010, 05:47 AM	#101
camero Drives: IOM V6 RS 38808 Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: S.Detroit, Ontario Posts: 776	yeah my fingers hurt for three days after prying them out. I didn't use a tool though and broke off most of the clips to do it. People that use the right tool say they slip right out though. __________________ I've known how to spell Camaro since before you were born.

04-11-2010, 04:55 PM	#104
camero Drives: IOM V6 RS 38808 Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: S.Detroit, Ontario Posts: 776	OMG don't use a screwdriver!!! I've never seen a the flat tool but I think it's REALLY flat like a butterknife but plastic and you slip it in from the outside between the bumper and the chrome to release the clips. I'd like to see some pictures too and find out if I'm right! __________________ I've known how to spell Camaro since before you were born.

09-15-2010, 06:17 PM	#105
camero Drives: IOM V6 RS 38808 Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: S.Detroit, Ontario Posts: 776	I removed my boss's taillight rings a few weeks ago with a thick popsicle stick like the kind for stirring bondo. I broke a few of the sticks but got all the rings out without messing up his bumper or breaking any of their clips or my fingers. __________________ I've known how to spell Camaro since before you were born.

04-11-2010, 02:47 PM	#103
Berean Drives: Truck Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Home Posts: 2,439	Ok, after reading this I'm still somewhat confused about how to remove them with a screwdriver or flat tool. Does it go between the bezel and car, or bezel and tail light? Can someone post a clear pic on how it's done? Thanks!