Red "H" Mod ***56k, Why Bother?***

[Sid 6.7]

EDIT: I am updating this original post.

The methods are discussed in a few other threads scattered about, but I will rehash them here.

As for the front, here is what I did: I started by removing the pop up tabs on the top of the bumper cover than are under the hood indicated by the yellow circles.

I then lifted the top of the bumper cover up and reached in and popped out the 5 tabs on the grill indicated by the red. Simple as that.

As for the rear: I opened up the hatch and looked into the area above the license plate where the license plate lights are. I then used a long flat bladed screwdriver to break off the two rivets holding on the plastic "H" and the emblem just fell off.



For the front emblem I used a flat piece of chrome PVC used for chrome rocker panels on like Cadillacs and such. I then covered the chrome PVC with red reflective vinyl. The chrome PVC gave a nice flat background to work with. I then drilled the two holes in it so the posts on the back of the "H" could stick through and line it up right.

I used reflective red high performance vinyl and 3M double stick tape to reattach the "H" emblems.

[Sid 6.7]

For the front emblem I used a flat piece of chrome PVC used for chrome rocker panels on like Cadillacs and such. I then covered the chrome PVC with red reflective vinyl. The chrome PVC gave a nice flat background to work with. I then drilled the two holes in it so the posts on the back of the "H" could stick through and line it up right.

[FITrunner]

Damn good idea man! Thanx for the tip. Might have to head out to Home depot and grab me some tape this weekend.

[SD_MR_FIT]

thats really not a bad idea....


looks good though if you guys want a red emblem.

[07fitsport]

nice emblem and write up

[betahack]

I keep debating with myself what color scheme I want to go with my BOM FIT. I can't decide if a red badge would be visually aesthetic or maybe a blue badge for a change? Not bright blue, but a off/greyish flat blue.

[xonexlifex]

i also used a piece of sheet metal behind the front H emblem so the tape would be strong over the holes, i wonder why i couldnt find this thread way before, these pictures are perfect to see how to do everything, great job!

[Sid 6.7]

Fixed links to pics.

[aznguyen316]

not bad.. looks pretty good from far.. I need to get front red H's.. I have rear ones that were made for the fit.. the rear holes fit perfect and fits flush into the hole awesome!

[Fitftw]

Originally Posted by betahack

I keep debating with myself what color scheme I want to go with my BOM FIT. I can't decide if a red badge would be visually aesthetic or maybe a blue badge for a change? Not bright blue, but a off/greyish flat blue.

regarding having a red badge on the BOM Fit. it actually looks really nice. i to thought that it wouldnt go together but i was wrong.

to the OP, nice way to get that redness lol. looks pretty legit

[trancedsailor]

what if I don't want red? I want neon green!

[solbrothers]

holy smoked tails batman!

[Rayzel]

I use white to make more compatible.

I love my white emblem reflector H. It look nice in person. Glowing White! Very nice on Taffeta White Fit!

[cavie187]

Originally Posted by solbrothers

holy smoked tails batman!

I noticed that too (I think everyone did, but whatever...). Did you NightShade them or buy blackout overs. ( looks nightshaded/spray tinted )


I like.

[Sid 6.7]

I used the VHT Spray Tint, with about 3 light coats.

[Fitcapo]

How does that front H come off and how did you get off the spoiler? Also how did you get the back one off without breaking it? Assuming back one was just very carefully.

[Sid 6.7]

The methods are discussed in a few other threads scattered about, but I will rehash them here.

As for the front, here is what I did: I started by removing the pop up tabs on the top of the bumper cover than are under the hood indicated by the yellow circles.

I then lifted the top of the bumper cover up and reached in and popped out the 5 tabs on the grill indicated by the red. Simple as that.

As for the rear: I opened up the hatch and looked into the area above the license plate where the license plate lights are. I then used a long flat bladed screwdriver to break off the two rivets holding on the plastic "H" and the emblem just fell off.

[Fitcapo]

Originally Posted by Sid 6.7

The methods are discussed in a few other threads scattered about, but I will rehash them here.

As for the front, here is what I did: I started by removing the pop up tabs on the top of the bumper cover than are under the hood indicated by the yellow circles.

I then lifted the top of the bumper cover up and reached in and popped out the 5 tabs on the grill indicated by the red. Simple as that.

As for the rear: I opened up the hatch and looked into the area above the license plate where the license plate lights are. I then used a long flat bladed screwdriver to break off the two rivets holding on the plastic "H" and the emblem just fell off.

Woot thanks +rep for you

You must spread some Reputation around before giving it to Sid 6.7 again.

I will get you soon...

[Fitcapo]

I did pretty much the same thing ( taking off and putting back on of logos ) but I didn't use a coloring backing and just painted my H's and taped them back on

[gofastredfit]

What color would look good on a MR fit?
Red in front & Black on the back?