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Old Jul 25, 2010 | 11:19 PM
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I would like to remove reflectors from my forks and rear fender on my 2010 deluxe. Will some fishing line and goof off work without any noticable areas?
 
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Old Jul 25, 2010 | 11:36 PM
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Yes.

I like to use a hair dryer to soften the adhesive and then fishing line or dental floss and WD 40 for the residue
 
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Yep... heating them up defiantly helps


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As said above, heat with hair dryer to soften adhesive, and slowly pull the reflector off. If any residue remains, use WD 40 or GOO GONE NOT
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Old Jul 26, 2010 | 09:33 PM
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It's all about a hair dryer and some fishing line
 
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A big hammer and chisel will work wonders on those reflectors.
 
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Hair dryer and work slowly....wd40 to remove the residue..
 
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After reading the threads yesterday, I got mine off in about 15 minutes. Just go slow.
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I used dendurated alcohol to remove any residue.
 
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