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  • #1

    Decal removal

    I just purchased a 2011 Harley Davidson F150. For those who don't know...they have some hideous decals on them...probably 10 square feet all together on the sides and hood. For starters...I know to use a heat gun or hair dryer to heat up and removed the deals. However...being a new truck I don't want to induce any scratches in the metallic black paint.

    1) what is a safe product to remove any excess adhesive?
    2) any tips or pointers?

    Thanks,
    Shaun
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    Re: Decal removal

    A few swirls will probably happen, but easily removed.

    And if you get them off while new, you wont have the paint fading to worry about at least.
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    • #3
      Re: Decal removal

      A hair dryer or heat gun will work very well. If it leaves any sticky residue behind you can clean that up with a variety of different cleaners like Goo-gone or a wax and tar remover.

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        Re: Decal removal

        Originally posted by CHzo6 View Post
        A hair dryer or heat gun will work very well. If it leaves any sticky residue behind you can clean that up with a variety of different cleaners like Goo-gone or a wax and tar remover.
        Are goo-gone or regular ole wax and tar remover harsh on the paint? Does it matter if I use a terry cloth or m/f or does it even matter?

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        • #5
          Re: Decal removal

          When I got my 06 Toyota Tundra, I removed all my decal's. Just used a heat gun (only a few seconds, if you do it to long it will mess up the paint), used a 30 pound fishing line (6 inches long) and some WD-40 to take off the any left behind excess adhesive. I used a crappy terry cloth that I got from wal-mart.

          After you finish removing the decals. Make sure to wash,polish and wax the truck. Trust me it will be worth the time.

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              Re: Decal removal

              Originally posted by Beastb15 View Post
              Are goo-gone or regular ole wax and tar remover harsh on the paint? Does it matter if I use a terry cloth or m/f or does it even matter?
              Goo Gone or Bug and Tar would be safe. Being as gentle as possible will leave less fixing work after. (terry being fairly aggressive)
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              • #8
                Re: Decal removal

                Would a clay bar be able to remove it?

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                • #9
                  Re: Decal removal

                  Possibly.
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