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22 April 2019, 02:25 PM
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How to get this glued-in pearl out?
Hello I have a very nice faded insert that has an aftermarket pearl glued into it. Is there anything I can soak this in to remove this glue and get the pearl out—without chemically fading/altering the insert?
I thought about boiling it...would that melt the glue but not otherwise effect the insert?  Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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22 April 2019, 03:52 PM
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Try carefully heating it
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23 April 2019, 08:44 AM
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I’m afraid direct heat will discolor the insert. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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27 April 2019, 10:40 AM
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Curious - why do you want to get it out? Would you replace it with an OEM one or leave it pearl-less?
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30 April 2019, 07:17 PM
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Ultimately depends on the type/quantity of glue used. A short blast from a jet lighter should also be fine. |
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