Mariner Fan Posted October 30, 2007 Share #1 Posted October 30, 2007 I want to remove the warning decal off my gas tank. Looks like it's really on there. Anyone have a good suggestion on how to get it off without scratching the paint job? Thanks, Bob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pilot Posted October 30, 2007 Share #2 Posted October 30, 2007 WD-40 will remove it, you can also use Goo Be Gone, but I have found the WD to work faster, just spray it on a rag lay the rag on the decal spray some more on the rag (soak it) let it sit a few minutes and the decal should peel off. Repeat directions if as necassary. Clean the area with soap and water when your finished. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KingSizer Posted October 30, 2007 Share #3 Posted October 30, 2007 I asked on this board before how to remove a car dealerships name decal off the back of my truck before and several people said use heat, like a hair dryer, or use wd40 and let it soak into the decal. I tried both with limited success. Now the decals about half peeled off. Good Luck... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
royalstarjac Posted October 30, 2007 Share #4 Posted October 30, 2007 I used a hair dryer to soften the glue and peeled it off. Then cleaned the residue with WD-40. No problem.-Jack Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Freebird Posted October 30, 2007 Share #5 Posted October 30, 2007 I keep hearing about solvents and removers and etc. but to be honest, I've found that when you wet any of these stickers it just makes a mess. I simply used a razor blade to gently lift one of the corners and just slowly pealed it off. It left no residue and came off clean and in one piece. Maybe I just got lucky. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KiteSquid Posted October 30, 2007 Share #6 Posted October 30, 2007 I pealed mine off, and used a little goo gone to remove any residue.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
firewalker Posted October 30, 2007 Share #7 Posted October 30, 2007 another way is a little heat and use strong fishing line or dental floss and slide behind it, I know several people that use this method for removing from cars, I am leaving my decals so I have never tested it but have seen the results, just have to use WD to finish off the glue...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pegscraper Posted October 30, 2007 Share #8 Posted October 30, 2007 Most hair dryers anymore don't get hot enough to do the job. It takes a heat gun to do it. There is a wide window between softening adhesive and stripping paint; nothing to worry about there. Then use the light solvents like mineral spirits to clean off the remaining adhesive. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KiteSquid Posted October 30, 2007 Share #9 Posted October 30, 2007 BTW, I would not recomed heating a fuel tank.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yamahamer Posted October 30, 2007 Share #10 Posted October 30, 2007 I USE A HAIR DRYER UNTIL THE DECAL BUBBLES THEN PEAL IT OFF THEN ZIPO LIGHTER FLUID FOR RESIDUE. HAVE DONE MANY THIS WAY WITH NO PROBLEMS. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tartan Terror Posted October 30, 2007 Share #11 Posted October 30, 2007 I use plastic razor blades so not to gouge the paint or fiberglass. Use a little heat and remove the glue with 3m adhesive remover. comes in a spray can. Use it on the truck, bike and Boat and never damaged anything. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stardbog Posted October 30, 2007 Share #12 Posted October 30, 2007 Pro Stuff . Car wash guys are using this one... http://www.hardlineproducts.com/stickeroff.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eugene Posted October 30, 2007 Share #13 Posted October 30, 2007 I used a hair dryer and then s-l-o-w-l-y peeled it off. Got the residue off with peanut butter. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keitho Posted October 30, 2007 Share #14 Posted October 30, 2007 I used a hair dryer and then s-l-o-w-l-y peeled it off. Got the residue off with peanut butter. Then lick it clean:dancefool:.......yum. I used an hair dryer then goo gone, worked well for me. Keith. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fideous Posted October 30, 2007 Share #15 Posted October 30, 2007 I've used a heat gun then contact cleaner for film removal. A little quicker than a hairdryer and have never tarnished any paint.Ride Safe. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
High Plains Drifter Posted October 30, 2007 Share #16 Posted October 30, 2007 Heat gun, plastic razor blade, and acetone worked for me. Wash with mild detergent and wax. Drifter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
midnightventure Posted October 30, 2007 Share #17 Posted October 30, 2007 dealer recommended blow dryer. worked great. no residue. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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