zx666r

I can't get these things off to save my life, and I want to re-use them.

What's the best way to get them off while still being able to re-use them, without the specific tool for it?

cptncdy

iTrader: (6)

try using a small flathead screwdriver. that is what i have always done and it works ok. they are just a pain in the ***.

ROCNDAV

iTrader: (100)

I usually do it with two flat heads, one on each side, once you can get the pin out enough, use a pair of needle nose

BadBandit69

iTrader: (13)

i just use one flat head. Just remember you have to pop the center of it up before the whole thing will pull out.

zx666r

Yeah, I used a very narrow flathead, and needle nose. Finally got the bumper off, stock grille out, and bumper back on.

joshp14

iTrader: (5)

For future reference, use a pair of sidecutters. Obviously dont squeeze all the way or you will cut the head off...but the edges of the pliers fit great underneath the head of the push pin. Just pry and it pops right out. Done this many times when I dont have my retainer tool.

ROCNDAV

iTrader: (100)

Thats a great idea!

What does the actual retainer tool look like?

strokerblackhawk

iTrader: (4)

kinda like a two prong fork

billyb

iTrader: (15)

hi a package @ auto zone is like 3-4.00 and you get 10 i just bought some when i painted that gray piece of plastic on the front under the hood

joshp14

iTrader: (5)

I have the Mac plier kind that has 2 slotted flat blades that come in on each side of the head. These below also work well: