Catch on engine cover - V9A1

[Dunc]

New to this...and I plan to repaint my blue 1967 small frame. I want to remove the catch on the right hand side engine cover, but it seems to be riveted...or can I just prise it (carefully) off, and ping it back on when the cover has been repainted? It looks like any attempt to remove it will break it. That would be a shame....any advice gratefully received. Many thanks.

[jbcollier]

Tough one. They supplied the panels in primer with the catch already installed. No idea how you are supposed to paint around it. I removed my catch and then fit locking catches. You can get replacement stock catches. You need to be super careful when peening the new catch in place. Definitely a four hand job.