Sunroof shade handle removal. help!

[WeekendMechanic]

I have taken the sunroof shade off to reupholster but handle looks like its moulded on, is this the case?
Anyone know how to take it off?

[Pete le Deet]

I'm aware of two different types of these, a small central moulding and a larger full-width type. But both seem to be attached in the same way; during assembly the moulding would be placed over the fabric, with plastic pegs protruding through holes in the panel. I take it that the pegs would then be heated to deform and widen them in a similar way to a metal rivet.

Sorry to be the bearer of bad news.

[WeekendMechanic]

I'm aware of two different types of these, a small central moulding and a larger full-width type. But both seem to be attached in the same way; during assembly the moulding would be placed over the fabric, with plastic pegs protruding through holes in the panel. I take it that the pegs would then be heated to deform and widen them in a similar way to a metal rivet.

Sorry to be the bearer of bad news.

What would be the best method to remove it I am thinking to melt the rounded white plastic ends with a slder gun and ease them out leaving enough plastic to mould them back in place will it work do you think?

Anyone know of a better method or knows another way Im all ears.

[WeekendMechanic]

I just melt the peg molds, then melt the plastic back on with a soldier, its not as pretty, but its just as solid.