[snkysnake]

When I removed my scratchplate, I used a hairdryer. Put it on medium or high heat ,low fan. Point the hairdryer at the edge of your pickguard , maybe six to ten inchs from it , and with the hand that isn't holding the hairdryer , stick a finger on the spot that the hairdryer is pointing at. When the heat gets uncomfortable for your finger... it's getting too hot for your guitar. Take the sharp edge of a guitar pick and gently ease it under the edge of the scratchplate. Once you've lifted an edge just continue with the heat source , very slowly lifting against the resistance of the glue. Do not get in a hurry, peel it off slowly. Think of it like a scab on your knee , slow steady work at the right speed and angle , or you will start the wound bleeding . Make sense ?