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Post by ncboman on May 16, 2006 10:51:29 GMT -5
I used a hairdryer to remove most of it but as you can see, the white borders are tuff. I got one of the letters completely off but it was a laborous process. Anyone know an easier (faster) way?
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Post by tailnbone on May 16, 2006 14:41:26 GMT -5
A 4" disc grinder would to the job in short order. ;D
Did you try kerosene? I've taken them off before dabbing a generous amount of kerosene on a rag and holding against the decal to soak in for a bit. Let it sit for a while then rub / peel them off.
I would only try a small spot to begin with to make sure it works on your decals. Don't know how long they've been on your truck or what type of material they are.
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Post by freedomrules3 on May 16, 2006 17:58:30 GMT -5
you may try some stuff called goo-gone . its an oil based liquid that may just work. i used it to take off the glue left by the fleece on the recurve. worked great for that not sure how well it would do the lettering. next time buy magnetic signs much easier to remove
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Post by penaltybox on May 16, 2006 20:48:22 GMT -5
3M used to make a product that was made specifically for removing vinyl letters without harming the surface below. It was a series of about 3 or 4 3" foam discs that fit into a drill. Believe it or not, at speed the discs would remove the vinyl stripes or lettering and leave the surface below unharmend. Used one quite a bit when I worked in a marina refinishing boats. I believe you can find something similar at an auto parts store called a "gum eraser" Same concept and requires a drill.
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Post by ncboman on May 16, 2006 22:21:37 GMT -5
most of my trucks have/had magnetics but I put the decals on that one because I didn't plan on getting rid of it. Hail storm followed by the hurricane changed all that.
Decals are better long run. Look more professional and won't rust underneath. Short term, the magnetics are better.
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Post by Rock Chuck on May 24, 2006 22:56:20 GMT -5
My experience with magnets is that they collect dirt under them and scratch the heck out of the paint. They need to be removed and washed frequently.
Have you tried lighter fluid? It dissolves a lot of glues and I've never had it damage paint. I'd suggest trying it on a small hidden spot first, though.
Dick
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Post by eshoremd on May 25, 2006 6:18:36 GMT -5
just spray it with choke cleaner. but rewax that spot when done.
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Post by ncboman on May 25, 2006 22:33:42 GMT -5
earlier this week. It's all off now. The choke cleaner didn't work as well as Tar and Bug remover but almost. This afternoon Aaron took the blowdryer and took almost all the other side off rather quickly. It appears that keeping the heat to it while it peeling is the key. anyway, we'll see if I can get it to start and it'll be ready to sell. It was running when I moved it sometime last year. ;D
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