This installation guide demonstrates emblem realignment on a green and white 1992-1999 BMW M3. The video shows how to remove vehicle emblems and place them back in their factory position after wrapping a panel with vinyl wrap. First, build a tape template by applying masking tape tightly around the badge. Double up the layers of tape so the template remains stiff and holds its form. Use a pen or marker to trace along the outer contours of each letter so the exact location is recorded. Etch or mark the reference point along the edge of the body panel on the tape. Carefully remove this tape guide and set it aside in a safe spot. Next, slice underneath the emblem using fishing line to separate it from the panel. Attach a rubber wheel to a drill to remove any remaining adhesive from the painted surface without causing damage. Once the panel is fully wrapped with vinyl, take out the saved template. Line up the marked reference lines with the physical edges of the wrapped panel. Coat the back of the emblem with 3M Press-In-Place adhesive and press each badge section firmly into the marked areas on the tape. Finally, peel the tape template away from the panel to reveal the repositioned badge.
FAQ
How do you remove an emblem before wrapping a panel?
Slice behind the emblem using fishing line to detach it from the panel. Then, use a rubber wheel on a drill to clean away the leftover adhesive.
How do you keep the emblem aligned for reinstallation?
Make a thick tape template over the badge, trace the badge edges, and mark the panel boundary with a pen. After wrapping, align the marks on the tape template to the panel edge and reapply the badge using 3M Press-In-Place adhesive.
