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Old Mar 8, 2009 | 01:26 AM
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I need to remove one of my chrome front speaker trim pieces (hosed the alignment)....what is the best way without damage? Hairdryer?
 
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Old Mar 8, 2009 | 07:09 PM
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I would think a hair dryer would do it. Actually should be able to pull it right off. But, that might bend it. Heating the silicone goop will probably remove that issue.
 
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Old Mar 8, 2009 | 07:48 PM
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heat gun or hair dryer
 
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Old Mar 8, 2009 | 08:03 PM
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yep...
 
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Old Mar 8, 2009 | 11:37 PM
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I would install a pair of these and get rid of the chrome plastic rings from HD
 
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Old Mar 9, 2009 | 06:39 AM
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Wildthang...let us know if a hairdryer was the trick on getting those off...I have them on, but decided I don't like them...
 
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Old Mar 10, 2009 | 02:32 AM
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The hairdryer worked...easily removed the grill....
 
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