I've done it too, as well as a pair of led-strip side indicator lights, new-style hubcap badges, retro name badge in chrome, as well as Guilia QV cloverleafs...really upgrade to looks dramatically
@@arcgarage They are amazing ! The make people take a second look at your car, and are polarity-independent (you can plug them in any orientation). they are also weatherproof, allowing the bulb-holder to remain clean and moisture free. Chey are cheaper for two than a single OEM side indicator costs. They are also nice and bright, and will remain so for a very long time.
Any chance for links for the badges? Did replace mine on the gt as normal, but was planning to replace the ones of my 147 q2 with those newer ones. Keep the good work
Any chance you'll do a similar video on replacing the wheel hub badges and the steering wheel badge? I got a kit online that contained all the badges but especially replacing the steering wheel badge seems like it would take a bit of work
Is the procedure the same for pre facelift 156 ? I'm reading different opinions, that this badge doesn't match and it is not same for the pre facelifted model of 156
Both pre-and-post facelift 156 (which is what I have got, the latter) make use of exactly the same badge size, and mountings - for good reason, it saves money while looking good. I've done it, and imho totally worth it, really upgrades the car's looks dramatically.
I just tried applying the clear lacquer to a set of badges, but the colour started running. Is there a specific la cquer I need to just put thinner layers on?
I received a new badge today i ordered. It is for the Alfa 147 but mine has a screw in the middle. Not sure if i should unscrew it or use your tactic by heating the glue. Build year of the 147 is 2004. What would you suggest me to do?
Thanks, the one on steering wheel is essentially sticker, and it is very easy to replace. When it comes to wheels, you can buy new set cheaply, either set of stickers or complete center caps...
The badges were poor quality, that's why I didn't link them... When it comes to rest of the stuff, the clear coat is automotive grade, and I used a 3M double sided tape...
Sebastian is right, it was Aliexpress. I bought several little while ago before this virus situation. But, regardless of where you buy them from, they are all going to be Chinese made, that's why I need to do all of those extra steps, double sided tape, clear coat, etc., because they're such a "good" quality...
Not every surface of badge is suitable for clear coat I guess... I just ended up ruining brand new badge by applying clear coat to it... It just didn't stick on it but formed a drops which no polish can fix any more...
Yes, I even heated up the spray-can although it's not so cold in garage... Maybe it's the diference in temperature... And I jave some experience in painting, it was not my firat time clearly :) That's why I just ended up looking at it in disbelive 😮 I saw your came out great, that's why I decided to go for it :) Maybe it's the surface my badge... I don't know... That first layer was not thick but... Can't even explain, that clear coat just came togeter on all surface forming a little dropplets... Nightmare...
@@PokradenoSve Who knows, but the temperature might be the main culprit. Painting demands ideal conditions, I've had some issues in the past when painting in lower temperatures...
Probably... But I already learned a lot by watching your videos and it helped me big time to improve my Alfa :) So I'm very thankful to you for all the videos and responses. This is the first time I didn't succeed- but can't go well every time :) All the best and keep up the good work! 🎆
This is actually impossible on the 156 prefl since the grill is different lol. All youre gonna do it damage the grill, the existing badge and probably cut yourself like i just did
This video has only just popped up so I'm a little late to the party. Just one comment, why on earth would you the fit the incorrect badges for the year of the vehicle. Sorry, but it just looks wrong imo.
