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Old Feb 12, 2008 | 12:19 PM
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Just bought a Blk Rocker C and I would like to remove the reflectors but I have no idea what works as far as a chemicals that will remove them without damaging the paint. I also don't know if they are required for inspection in the State of Texas? Any help would be appreciated.
 
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Old Feb 12, 2008 | 12:25 PM
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Don't know about the inspection deal....

But..... slide some dental floss or fishing line behind the reflectors and start dragging down through the goo.

After the reflectors come off, a little elbow rubbing and mild cleaner (or goof-off) will clean the rest for you. Add back some wax or spray cleaner & wax combo, and you'll never see where the reflectors were.

Every bike out there looks better with the reflectors off. A little two-sided tape for each inspection period will get you through the look-over. The Floss or Fishing line will keep those reflectors in one piece for you.
 
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Old Feb 12, 2008 | 01:18 PM
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Thanks for the info I'll give it a try.
 
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Old Feb 12, 2008 | 01:22 PM
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Heat them up before you try to remove them and it will be WAY easier. I heated mine up nice and good and was able to just pull them off.
 
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Old Feb 12, 2008 | 01:30 PM
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Same as PB and BC, now show us the pix of her all naked without them!
 
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Old Feb 12, 2008 | 01:35 PM
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Hey Darkman,

That's a very cool pic of you & your Train! I like your gallery shots too. Nice bike!

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Old Feb 12, 2008 | 02:07 PM
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Cheers PB, luvin yours 2 mate . Its just good that the weather has broke n we have it good in the UK this week! Take care n enjoy!
 
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Old Feb 12, 2008 | 04:02 PM
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I heated mine a bit with the Mrs blow dryer &came right off. Then WD40 on clean ragto remove residual goop.
 
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WD40 removes all goo known to man... keeps you from scratching and leaves a nice shiny finish!
 
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Old Feb 14, 2008 | 02:44 PM
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Thanks for all the speedy responces, I've been stuck at work for the past three days so as soon as I get them off I'll post some pics
 
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