Union Jack bonnet badge
Union Jack bonnet badge
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AdBall500

Original Poster:

25 posts

95 months

Thursday 8th March 2018
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I really like the look of the Union Jack bonnet badges, but after having a look at how my standard badge is fixed ('97 500 if that makes a difference between variants), it seems like a very tight squeeze.
Is there a trick to removing & fitting the badges? There seems to be the big air box in the way just above the radiator & fans restricting access.
If anyone has any tips, it'd be greatly appreciated!

Adrian

FlipFlopGriff

7,144 posts

268 months

Thursday 8th March 2018
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8mm (I think) nuts on the end of 2 studs attach the badge to the body. Just be careful not to angle the spanner/socket as the pins are fragile.
Its a bit of a stretch so make sure you're not in situ for too long as it don't do your back any favours.
FFG

Hedgehopper

1,542 posts

265 months

Thursday 8th March 2018
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The airbox you mention is removable. If you do you can clean the airfilter at the same time...................

https://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?h=0&...

AdBall500

Original Poster:

25 posts

95 months

Monday 12th March 2018
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Thanks both for the replies - I'll have a look at removing the air box for a bit more room & give it a go. Wish me luck!