Chaka

Is there any easy way to remove your badges without scuffing the paint?

AntsE63S

heating up the emblems with a blow dryer, and taking ether fishing line or tooth flose and going the the heated up glue. Then to remove the excess glue use goo gone, or prepsual.

Chaka

Thank you very much, I'll wait till tomorrow to do this once everyone is out of the house.

TB5...

C300Sport

Don't forget about a good wax job once you get all the adhesive off.

Chaka

Right on

len56

i dont see why people want to remove a benz symbol from there car... it just loses it's classy-ness

and plus, its not like its ugly, and it shows of yall muniez

XD

spoolIT85

not necessarily the benz symbol but the C300 badge... make sure you claybar when you are finished

Chaka

Forgive me for asking but what is claybar? Is that some kind of polish? Is it like the stuff that they use when polishing the crystal of a watch?

Sportstick

Its usually just the model/series badge, in this case the "C300" and probably not the star. It leaves everyone unsure of the car's real capability, since debadging, which originated in Europe where model badging indicated the engine, made the engine size unknown....sort of "reverse bragging"....its supposed to look very cool to be that confident.

C300Sport

Not sure about the very cool part...I just like the cleaner symetrical look.

C300Sport

Clay barring is exactly what it sounds like. A specialized clay bar can be rubbed accross the paint surface to physically pull off all the embedded crap on/in your paint.

Chaka

Yes, exactly, that is image or the look that i want to send to people when they see the car. I want them guessing which model it is. After seeing the DIY on "Rear Diffuser," I feel that it will be the first mod i will do to the car since every thing on the thread was O.E.

Chaka

Thank you

Azn_C300

One of the first things I did was de-badge. Cleaner symmetrical look.

And for those who don't know what clay bars are, I highly suggest you read up on it on the detailer forum. It's one of THE best tools out there to keep your MB looking great.

spoolIT85

It will be glass smooth once you are finished and will remove any imperfections from the paint. Pretty much prepping it right before a wax/polish.

Just make sure that they is plenty of water solution so that you don't end up damaging the paint. I claybar all may cars about once a year... I could probably do it more often, but its a daily driver and i get lazy

I use zaino for all my detailing needs... i cut an pasted from their site.

Z-18 ClayBar

Rating: 4.95
Quantity in Basket: none
Code: Z-18
Price:$16.95

Shipping Weight: 0.36 pounds
Quantity: Quickly and safely removes contamination. Makes your paint feel smooth as glass!
Z-18 ClayBar™ is a pliable, synthetic bar that quickly and safely removes imbedded contamination from all glass and painted surfaces. Used for years by automobile manufacturers and auto body shops, paint cleaning clay is an excellent choice for removing contamination that cannot be removed using conventional cleaning methods.
Z-18 ClayBar™ is non-abrasive and works like no cleaner, compound or chemical can. When used as directed, it is safe for use on all paint finishes.

Use Z-18 ClayBar™ to help remove the following:

1. Rail dust - Tiny, sharp bare metal shavings that can adhere and imbed into the paint finish and cause serious damage when left untreated. Over 70% of new vehicles are transported from the factory using the rail system. In many cases, new cars are stored near a railroad and becomes infected with rail dust.
2. Brake Dust - Similar to rail dust, brake dust is also in the form of tiny, sharp metal shavings. In recent years, asbestos brake pads were replaced with metallic brake pads, which are actually brake pads made from tiny metal or metallic shavings. Anytime a vehicle is braking; brake dust is disbursed into the air and onto the paint finish. Since the brake dust is now actually tiny particles of bare metal, this form of brake dust can seriously damage the paint finish when left untreated.
3. Industrial Fallout - A general term used for pollution and can be found in many forms. Eventually, pollution settles onto the paint finish of all vehicles and can cause serious damage when left untreated.
4. Tree Sap, Road Tar, Bug Residue, Paint Overspray, and Acid Rain Deposits -- These contaminants adhere to or imbed into the paint finish. Left untreated, they will cause permanent damage to your car's paint work by staining and weakening the protective properties.

Z-18 ClayBar™ is highly recommended as the ultimate way to clean and prepare your car's finish prior to using the Zaino Show Car Polish system.

The Z-18 jar contains 4 ounces (two 2 ounce bars).

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

1. Before using a Z-18 ClayBar™ on your car, you must thoroughly clean and dry your car to remove any loose dirt. Direct sunlight should not fall on your car's surface, and it's best if the work area is relatively cool to prevent rapid evaporation of the clay lubricant. Do not risk scratching your car; if you drop your clay bar, throw it away!
2. To use Z-18 ClayBar™, you spray a water-based lubricant on a small area of your car and rub the bar back and forth with light to medium pressure. If the lubricant begins to dry, you'll need to spray more. Z-18 is fairly sticky, and cannot be used dry. If you try using it dry, you'll make a big mess. We suggest mixing one cap full of Z-7 Show Car Wash with water in a 16 ounce spray bottle. Z-6 also works as a lubricant for Z-18 ClayBar, but Z-7 Show Car Wash is much more cost effective.
3. After a few passes with the Z-18 ClayBar™, rub your hand over the area to feel if the surface contamination was removed. Keep rubbing until all contamination bumps are gone. Finally, wipe the clay residue off with a soft terrycloth towel, and buff to a nice luster. Just like polishing with Zaino Show Car Polish, work in small areas.
4. Check your Z-18 ClayBar frequently for hard particles. When found, pick them off. Make it a habit to occasionally knead and reform the bar so that a fresh portion of the bar contacts your car's paint. If you drop your bar of clay on the ground, it's history. Toss it out. Don't take any chances, discard the clay bar if it becomes impregnated with grit.
5. Do not overuse. A single bar will do 3-4 medium size cars with moderate contamination. If you are removing heavy overspray or rail dust, use the bar once and throw it away.
6. When you're finished claying your car, you should wash it with Z-7 Show Car Wash to remove the lubricant film. Finally, seal your freshly cleaned paint with your choice of Z-2 Show Car Polish for Clear Coated Car Finishes, Z-3 Show Car Polish for Non-clear Coated Paint, or Z-5 Show Car Polish for Swirl Marks and Fine Scratches.

tanktube67

The day I bought the C as soon I got in to my garage I debage it, I have done it to mostly all my cars.

GReEkCLS

can someone put up a pic with it debadged.. I am considering this, but if you were to sell it later do you think it will affect anything?

GReEkCLS

also, how do you post your own thread lol im not kidding

kaku

is it a good idea to clay bar a new car fresh off the lot?

GHAZAN

If you feel that it needs it, I'm sure it can't hurt. Just wax it or polish after.

spoolIT85

clay bar is to remove any dirt/dust particles that's stuck in your clear coat. if its a brand new car and just sitting in the lot, it probably isn't necessary

Azn_C300

run your hand over the car. if it feels glassy smooth, don't worry about it. if you feel minor particles or a few rougher spots, give it a good clay to remove the contaminants.

Azn_C300

you can always just keep the badges and reapply them back on with some 3M spray adhesive or double sided tape. Or you can just buy new badges from the dealer.

Merc_F1

^Azn sick car bro...I really like the vinyl on the chrome trims (trunk/window)...although I'm still wondering why you have not taken the chrome strips on the doors