Decal removal problem

[bradktn]

I decided to remove the dealer decal yesterday, and initially it went fine; got a plastic scraper and removed all the lettering, then used gunk off, (Or goo off, I don’t remember which one), to remove the adhesive. It seemed to clean the spaces where the letters were, but it made a kind of a sticky mess all around it. I think the problem is that I had waxed it about a week ago, and the combination of the gunk off and some probably too vigorous rubbing disturbed the wax. It was only then I realized I should have removed the decal before I waxed it. I guess now I need to remove the wax in the area I cleaned and re-wax it. Any suggestions? Thanks

 

[TyphoonFiST]

3m makes this remover....works well....


https://www.amazon.com/3M-03618-Adhesive-Remover-oz/dp/B000BQYA7W

 

[wraith]

Yeah +1 on the 3M product, it's good at removal without being destructive to the paint.

 

[TyphoonFiST]

I had this other stuff called ARDX51 but I cant find it anymore....really pricey like $40 qt pricey.

This is also fantastic shit..... hard to find.... by genesis coatings

 

[XanRules]

another vote for the 3m stuff.

 

[alexrex20]

Can of Brakleen or some Seafoam on a rag always works for me.

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[TyphoonFiST]

Believe it or Don't! But Good old Wd-40 also works well! cheap too! There's like 1000's of uses fo that stuff...crazy!

 

[cxwrench]

Believe it or Don't! But Good old Wd-40 also works well! cheap too! There's like 1000's of uses fo that stuff...crazy!

WD works really well!

You're slacking...3 replies to this thread and NO gif's?!?

 

[wraith]

Believe it or Don't! But Good old Wd-40 also works well! cheap too! There's like 1000's of uses fo that stuff...crazy!

Don't forget flamethrower when you are bored

 

[TyphoonFiST]

WD works really well!

You're slacking...3 replies to this thread and NO gif's?!?

Fine fine...I didnt have my tele at work

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[Dpro]

Can of Brakleen or some Seafoam on a rag always works for me.

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Gotta be careful with Brakleen that stuff will remove paint if you use to much or rub to hard. It will take clear coat right off. I bet Seafoam will do simular.

 

[Meowoosh]

Wasnt WD40 designed originally to clean airplane wings?

 

[TyphoonFiST]

Here are a couple hundred but there are a couple thousand uses....

http://www.wisebread.com/almost-2000-uses-for-a-can-of-wd-40-1

 

[Meowoosh]

Yup ty google

As for loosening bolts.. I prefer mouse milk

 

[Quisp]

Wasnt WD40 designed originally to clean airplane wings?

Keep atlas rockets from corrosion.

 

[bradktn]

WD-40 to the rescue! Thanks for the tip, guys. No just have to a spot wax where the letters were.

 

[jcal0820]

To the OP... is this the 'goo' remover that he used? Or has anyone else used it, with good results? BTW, looking for a solvent to remove/clean off the 'Fiesta' emblem in the back.

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[bradktn]

That’s what I used. Can't say if I recommend or not. The decal came off easily with a plastic scraper, but left a sticky film. WD40 took the film right off, though.

 

[HBEcoBeaST]

Do it in the sun or warm up the area. 10x easier.

Wd40 is best. Clay bar will work too.

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[Brendon]

I found the Goo Gone and simply rubbing with my finger and removing the balls of gunk with a paper towel worked well for the deal sticker.