Type R Grill Badge

ChrisKelly · 24th February 2009, 18:48

Hey folks,

Picked up a Grill and Decal set for my CTR from one of our members. After reading some related posts I had a bash at fitting the badge tonight but with little success. Maybe someone could offer some advice?

Firstly I took of the big black cover by removing the 8 or so clips (with two screwdrivers as recommended by someone on here). This went without a hitch.
I then removed the two big silver 11m nuts on each side of the grill.
I then footered a bit, undid a clip on each side, footered some more, then stopped. Had a think, scratched my head, and got no further ...

Behind the mesh grill there seems to be some sort of cover? Therefore I couldnt get my hand in behind the mesh to fasten the badge? Anyone tell me how I get this part out the way? I tried yanking it off but it seemed to be joined further down inside the bumper? Everything went fine till this stage just didnt know where to go next? Anyone advise?

Also, for the folks who went down the silicone sealer route - how has that worked?

Thanks in advance,

Chris

Dimplyred · 24th February 2009, 19:28

It is very tight behind the mesh grill and if you have large hands you'll struggle. Quite a few people have stuck them on without any problems.

Have you had a look at this thread?

ChrisKelly · 24th February 2009, 19:36

I have mate but I was still a little unclear on what to do next. I'm not sure how I actually get a hand into the tight space behind the grill? The bit you can see through the grill (that sits behind it) seems to be between the grill and my hand if accessed from the back (that really sounds so wrong

).

Thinking the best option could be just nipping to Homebase and buying some No more nails tape! Anyone know if I would be better with the silicon or the tape?

mr bluetoon · 24th February 2009, 21:56

Ah I think I see your problem... you hivnae footered aboot enough

KEEP FOOTERIN

ChrisKelly · 24th February 2009, 22:03

Quote:

Originally Posted by mr bluetoon

Ah I think I see your problem... you hivnae footered aboot enough

KEEP FOOTERIN

Surely someone from Peterheed isn't trying to take the mic out of the way a weeg talks!

mr bluetoon · 24th February 2009, 23:17

Quote:

Originally Posted by ChrisKelly

Surely someone from Peterheed isn't trying to take the mic out of the way a weeg talks!

Ok, you got me there, it was a cheap shot

ChrisKelly · 25th February 2009, 08:39

Quote:

Originally Posted by mr bluetoon

Ok, you got me there, it was a cheap shot

Nah it was quite funny!

Jabberwocky · 25th February 2009, 10:01

I managed to get the badge on with no problems apart from a scratched and sore arm but it was a lot quicker than removing everything although very fiddly but not impossible.

After undoing the two bolts and releasing the two clips you can then pull the grill forward quite a bit and get the "arms" that the gray clips engaged with to rest on top of where they were engaged. This gives you a little more room to get your arm in.

Now decide where on the grill you want to place your badge remove the little sticky covers and stick it in place.

The next stage is easier if you are left handed. I first had a practice run in finding where the pins on the back of the badge were. The grill has a tapered surround mounted on the back of it with quite a narrow entrance. So you need to force your arm in at the middle or event slightly to the left hand side of the grill and work it in towards the badge. You will first feel the surround which is a couple of inches deep and then behind that the grill. Feel around and you will then find the pins of the badge. Once you are comfortable with the position of how to find the badge gently work your arm out. This is where I got scratched and bruised the most so go carefully. I now took one of the clips and carefully holding it moved my hand back in and located one of the pins. Now carefully push the clip onto the end of the pin enough to engage it and then push it on as far as you can (don't worry about getting it tight just yet), repeat this for the other pins. This stage may be easier if you can get something sticky to help you hold the clip.

Now to tighten things up, you will probably find that the badge is on but not tight to the grill. So find something like a mini socket driver small enough to let the pin go in and assist in pushing the clip on firmer (If i remember correctly I used a 3mm socket). Now go in behind the grill and locate the pins and put the socket against the clip and push it firm against the grill causing the badge to stick out a little. Now keep the socket and clip pressed against the grill and push the badge on from the outside working each of the clips on the pins down so as not to bend the badge too much.

Once you are happy with how tight the badge is carefully remove your arm and put everything back. Unfortunately if you have very big arms then method may be impossible for you, and if you are left handed the whole thing is a lot easier.

Hope this helps (and makes sense), good luck

Colinm101 · 25th February 2009, 12:13

You get this done yet Chris??

TTDegs · 25th February 2009, 12:20

Chris can't reply right now - his arm is still stuck down the back of the grill....

sorry

I'll get my coat now...

ChrisKelly · 25th February 2009, 19:27

Left work a bit earlier today and with a little luck and alot of help from jabberwockys guide I manged to get it. Thankfully! You do end up in a worse way than when you begin though!

Now its time for the decals which, as is always the case with me, didnt go too well at first attempt. The sticker just wouldnt come away. Maybe I used too much soloution. Apparently the official honda decals are actually more difficult to fit, I can vouch for that!

Jabberwocky · 25th February 2009, 22:16

Hi Chris, Glad I was able to help. I can't comment on the side stickers as I have not done them on mine - yet

ChrisKelly · 26th February 2009, 08:48

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jabberwocky

Hi Chris, Glad I was able to help. I can't comment on the side stickers as I have not done them on mine - yet

Thanks again mate, it was a big help and might be handy if added to the HOW TO as it doesnt elaborate on this part too much. I'm still undecided on my decals. May hold of on them for a while.

Jabberwocky · 26th February 2009, 09:49

I am happy with mine with just the grill badge at the moment. If I get bored with it I may add them but with the newly added splitters I am more than happy with how my CTR looks - 20 months of owning an FN2 and I still get out of it grinning like a complete idiot

24th February 2009, 18:48	#1 (permalink)
ChrisKelly Join Date: 4th February 2009 Location: Glasgow Posts: 102 Thanks given: 2 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts iTrader: (1)	Type R Grill Badge Hey folks, Picked up a Grill and Decal set for my CTR from one of our members. After reading some related posts I had a bash at fitting the badge tonight but with little success. Maybe someone could offer some advice? Firstly I took of the big black cover by removing the 8 or so clips (with two screwdrivers as recommended by someone on here). This went without a hitch. I then removed the two big silver 11m nuts on each side of the grill. I then footered a bit, undid a clip on each side, footered some more, then stopped. Had a think, scratched my head, and got no further ... Behind the mesh grill there seems to be some sort of cover? Therefore I couldnt get my hand in behind the mesh to fasten the badge? Anyone tell me how I get this part out the way? I tried yanking it off but it seemed to be joined further down inside the bumper? Everything went fine till this stage just didnt know where to go next? Anyone advise? Also, for the folks who went down the silicone sealer route - how has that worked? Thanks in advance, Chris

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Dimplyred Super Moderator Car: M200 Type R Join Date: 24th August 2007 Location: Staffordshire & Cheshire Posts: 21,205 Thanks given: 202 Thanked 1,604 Times in 1,432 Posts iTrader: (8)	It is very tight behind the mesh grill and if you have large hands you'll struggle. Quite a few people have stuck them on without any problems. Have you had a look at this thread?

24th February 2009, 19:36	#3 (permalink)
ChrisKelly Thread starter Join Date: 4th February 2009 Location: Glasgow Posts: 102 Thanks given: 2 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts iTrader: (1)	I have mate but I was still a little unclear on what to do next. I'm not sure how I actually get a hand into the tight space behind the grill? The bit you can see through the grill (that sits behind it) seems to be between the grill and my hand if accessed from the back (that really sounds so wrong ). Thinking the best option could be just nipping to Homebase and buying some No more nails tape! Anyone know if I would be better with the silicon or the tape?

24th February 2009, 21:56	#4 (permalink)
mr bluetoon Supporter Join Date: 22nd March 2008 Location: Peterhead Posts: 140 Thanks given: 1 Thanked 9 Times in 8 Posts iTrader: (0)	Ah I think I see your problem... you hivnae footered aboot enough KEEP FOOTERIN

25th February 2009, 10:01	#8 (permalink)
Jabberwocky Supporter Join Date: 27th May 2007 Location: Wolverhampton Posts: 146 Thanks given: 3 Thanked 36 Times in 9 Posts iTrader: (2)	I managed to get the badge on with no problems apart from a scratched and sore arm but it was a lot quicker than removing everything although very fiddly but not impossible. After undoing the two bolts and releasing the two clips you can then pull the grill forward quite a bit and get the "arms" that the gray clips engaged with to rest on top of where they were engaged. This gives you a little more room to get your arm in. Now decide where on the grill you want to place your badge remove the little sticky covers and stick it in place. The next stage is easier if you are left handed. I first had a practice run in finding where the pins on the back of the badge were. The grill has a tapered surround mounted on the back of it with quite a narrow entrance. So you need to force your arm in at the middle or event slightly to the left hand side of the grill and work it in towards the badge. You will first feel the surround which is a couple of inches deep and then behind that the grill. Feel around and you will then find the pins of the badge. Once you are comfortable with the position of how to find the badge gently work your arm out. This is where I got scratched and bruised the most so go carefully. I now took one of the clips and carefully holding it moved my hand back in and located one of the pins. Now carefully push the clip onto the end of the pin enough to engage it and then push it on as far as you can (don't worry about getting it tight just yet), repeat this for the other pins. This stage may be easier if you can get something sticky to help you hold the clip. Now to tighten things up, you will probably find that the badge is on but not tight to the grill. So find something like a mini socket driver small enough to let the pin go in and assist in pushing the clip on firmer (If i remember correctly I used a 3mm socket). Now go in behind the grill and locate the pins and put the socket against the clip and push it firm against the grill causing the badge to stick out a little. Now keep the socket and clip pressed against the grill and push the badge on from the outside working each of the clips on the pins down so as not to bend the badge too much. Once you are happy with how tight the badge is carefully remove your arm and put everything back. Unfortunately if you have very big arms then method may be impossible for you, and if you are left handed the whole thing is a lot easier. Hope this helps (and makes sense), good luck

25th February 2009, 12:13	#9 (permalink)
Colinm101 Join Date: 22nd August 2008 Location: Glasgow, Scotland Posts: 199 Thanks given: 1 Thanked 5 Times in 5 Posts iTrader: (0)	You get this done yet Chris??

25th February 2009, 12:20	#10 (permalink)
TTDegs Super Moderator Car: '08 2.2 NHB CRV Join Date: 4th August 2006 Location: Cardiff Posts: 7,762 Thanks given: 97 Thanked 99 Times in 92 Posts iTrader: (3)	Chris can't reply right now - his arm is still stuck down the back of the grill.... sorry I'll get my coat now...

25th February 2009, 19:27	#11 (permalink)
ChrisKelly Thread starter Join Date: 4th February 2009 Location: Glasgow Posts: 102 Thanks given: 2 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts iTrader: (1)	Left work a bit earlier today and with a little luck and alot of help from jabberwockys guide I manged to get it. Thankfully! You do end up in a worse way than when you begin though! Now its time for the decals which, as is always the case with me, didnt go too well at first attempt. The sticker just wouldnt come away. Maybe I used too much soloution. Apparently the official honda decals are actually more difficult to fit, I can vouch for that!

25th February 2009, 22:16	#12 (permalink)
Jabberwocky Supporter Join Date: 27th May 2007 Location: Wolverhampton Posts: 146 Thanks given: 3 Thanked 36 Times in 9 Posts iTrader: (2)	Hi Chris, Glad I was able to help. I can't comment on the side stickers as I have not done them on mine - yet

26th February 2009, 09:49	#14 (permalink)
Jabberwocky Supporter Join Date: 27th May 2007 Location: Wolverhampton Posts: 146 Thanks given: 3 Thanked 36 Times in 9 Posts iTrader: (2)	I am happy with mine with just the grill badge at the moment. If I get bored with it I may add them but with the newly added splitters I am more than happy with how my CTR looks - 20 months of owning an FN2 and I still get out of it grinning like a complete idiot