Re: Re: Yellow Decals Installed

From: Mike Williams (williams@kode.net)
Date: Tue Apr 13 1999 - 18:42:39 EDT


RCPL-VAN CNIWR wrote:

>
>
> That white stuff beneath the top layer of the decal is a bit of pain.
> It helps alot if you can do it in the sun, so it keeps the panel warm.
> I sprayed WD40 on a cloth and soaked the white stuff to loosen the
> adhesive. I've heard that gasoline works too, but I'm leary about it.
> Either way, using a petroleum product will probably remove the wax if
> you have any. I haven't waxed mine yet so I'm okay. Also, WD40 washed
> off fairly easily with soap and water, so I don't think it'll damage
> my paint (better not!). Once soaked, I gently scraped it off with my
> fingernail. Took a while, but take your time. It'll come.
>
>

3M sells a Woodgrain and Stripe adhesive remover. Spray on the decal has a
jelly like consistency, let it sit for a while then peal it off. Not sure
about how safe it is with clear coat but works fine with enamel and Lacquer
paints.

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