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Jun 11, 2022 | 11:49 AM

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Fork reflector removal

Would like to remove the reflectors on my 2017. Does the fork have a protective coating that I need to be careful not to remove while lifting the reflector off

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Jun 11, 2022 | 11:53 AM

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Should be held on with a 3M type adhesive tape. A little heat from a hair dryer and it should come right off. Don't use anything metal to pry with. Plastic only.

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Jun 11, 2022 | 12:13 PM

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hair dryer and dental floss, then wipe with wd-40 for the glue.

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Jun 11, 2022 | 03:17 PM

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I use a heat gun (keep moving the heat gun back and forth) and then a piece of 40lbs monofilament fishing line. I cleaned the remaining adhesive with kerosene.

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Jun 11, 2022 | 07:43 PM

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My question had to do with a protective coating on the fork which I was concerned might be taken off during the removal process

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Jun 11, 2022 | 08:50 PM

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As long as you use a 'monofilament' line you'll be fine. Don't use a 'braided' fishing line.

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Jun 13, 2022 | 02:48 PM

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It will come right off.. just use heat gun. Mine actually came off clear and I didn't have to work much on the tape thing.

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Thanks for the suggestions. Went with the heat gun. fishing line and glue gone. worked great.

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