russdabuss 1 Posted April 30, 2010 Hello, I have a painted aluminum boat that I want to remove some of the decals and detail stripes. What is the best way to do this. I have removed certain things in the past and have had not so good luck getting it 100% off. It seems likes there is always some of the adhesive that wont come off and it seems like once you remove one that has been on a long time, you see that outer edge of where the decal used to be... I have tried lighter fluid- (I know, not good) and also rubbing alcohol. these did not even work that great and it seemed like it faded the paint around it a bit too. Any good ideas for a "Easy" way to remove? Thanks for your time Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jwalters69 0 Posted April 30, 2010 Heat the decals with a heat gun and pull slowly. Hair dryer can be used if needed. If there is adhesive left I like the 3M adhesive remover. Make sure to try it on a hidden area to make sure it does stain or something. it shouldn't. Goo Gone works good sometimes. Good Luck Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Marek Posted April 30, 2010 You can also go to a autobody supply shop and pick up a "body eraser" . This is a rubber wheel that mounts in your drill . I have used this with great result on stubborn 10 year old factory car decals . Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
midwaste 4 Posted April 30, 2010 The rubber wheels work great. Don't bother with rubbing alcohol, get some denatured alcohol and use that instead. I also like the plastic razor blades. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
russdabuss 1 Posted April 30, 2010 Thanks for the info ALL- I have used the plastic Razors with OK luck. What is Denatured Alcohol- Where do you get this? I do not have a heat gun but will try my wife's hair dryer if she lets me Thanks Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TSQUIRTZ 0 Posted April 30, 2010 Get a cheap heat gun at walmart, will work much better and faster than a hair dryer, and you can get denatured alcohol at walmart also or any home center or paint store. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
russdabuss 1 Posted May 2, 2010 OK- Got a cheap heat gun- Worked great! Also used a razor blade to help some areas (was VERY careful of paint). Then I bought Goof Off!!! Wow, now that stuff works!! Thanks everyone Share this post Link to post Share on other sites