Tried to remove decals... can't get the glue off

GytRDunKat · 04-29-2007, 05:29 PM

So... I peeled all the stickers off with a hairdryer. I cannot get the glue off. I've used the turtle wax bug and tar remover, I also tried Goo-Gone. Nothing is working. I've accidentally scratched the plasic in one spot, but I think I may be able to buff that out. Does anyone have any suggestions to get this off? Can I just buff it off you think? It's a 96, so the glue has had ages to harden. I'm able to scratch at it, and it will barely come off, but I'm afraid I'll make the scratches worse. And it looks absolutly horendous right now. Thanks in advace

jrocatx · 04-29-2007, 05:58 PM

Bruh, I pain with you. You and I have the exact same year and color; I did the same thing a couple of weeks ago. Tried all the chemicals you list including rubbing compound. The last attempt will be a heavy cut polish! I was going to post a warning for all Pre's about removing decals, but was waiting until I came up with a viable solution to remove the residue. I met a guy who does custom painting and he feel confident he has a chemical that will remove the residue. But until then, I roll fast enough that onlookers can't see the gook! I will hate to have to have her repainted since the paint job was excellent prior! BP said he used a fine sand paper, but I'm not sure if he repainted after???

Sasquatch · 04-29-2007, 06:35 PM

I used a product called "oops". Worked great.

**steves** · 04-29-2007, 08:16 PM

Try goof off? Gasoline as a last resort....

Some of the residue on mine seemed to have "bled" through the clear coat.

md86 · 04-29-2007, 10:43 PM

It's not so much the chemical you use , but it seems you NEED some elbow grease behind it . I just left mine sit . It'll attract ALOT of dirt , but the dirt DOES come off fairly easy

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brooder · 04-29-2007, 10:47 PM

http://www.katriders.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=30629

jrocatx · 04-29-2007, 10:56 PM

I went to a local parts store, they only had the backing not the actual rubber. The kit runs $28; honestly didn't want to blow another dime to not get the desired results. If anyone else with a "PRE" uses this devise and is satisfied then I will drop the doe.

**steves** · 04-30-2007, 07:20 AM

What?!

brooder · 04-30-2007, 08:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jrocatx

I went to a local parts store, they only had the backing not the actual rubber. The kit runs $28; honestly didn't want to blow another dime to not get the desired results. If anyone else with a "PRE" uses this devise and is satisfied then I will drop the doe.

Those sure look like pre-98 fairings to me. Yep...his profile says it's a 93. Guess that qualifies as someone who is satisfied...

GytRDunKat · 04-30-2007, 09:22 AM

I just ordered one. I'll let you guys know in a few days how it turns out. Thanks everyone. Someone suggested by IM to use 3M adhesive remover. I'll try that if this doesn't work.

04-29-2007, 05:29 PM	#1
GytRDunKat Kat Legend Supporting Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: MN Posts: 6,533 iTrader: (4) My Garage	Tried to remove decals... can't get the glue off So... I peeled all the stickers off with a hairdryer. I cannot get the glue off. I've used the turtle wax bug and tar remover, I also tried Goo-Gone. Nothing is working. I've accidentally scratched the plasic in one spot, but I think I may be able to buff that out. Does anyone have any suggestions to get this off? Can I just buff it off you think? It's a 96, so the glue has had ages to harden. I'm able to scratch at it, and it will barely come off, but I'm afraid I'll make the scratches worse. And it looks absolutly horendous right now. Thanks in advace __________________ New to Katriders? Click Here!

04-29-2007, 05:58 PM	#2
jrocatx Katrider Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Round Rock, TX Posts: 199 iTrader: (0) My Garage	Bruh, I pain with you. You and I have the exact same year and color; I did the same thing a couple of weeks ago. Tried all the chemicals you list including rubbing compound. The last attempt will be a heavy cut polish! I was going to post a warning for all Pre's about removing decals, but was waiting until I came up with a viable solution to remove the residue. I met a guy who does custom painting and he feel confident he has a chemical that will remove the residue. But until then, I roll fast enough that onlookers can't see the gook! I will hate to have to have her repainted since the paint job was excellent prior! BP said he used a fine sand paper, but I'm not sure if he repainted after??? __________________ Round Rock, TX

04-29-2007, 06:35 PM	#3
Sasquatch power wheelie extrordinaire Supporting Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Greensboro, NC Posts: 5,151 iTrader: (3) My Garage eBay ID: sasquatch.336	I used a product called "oops". Worked great. __________________ It doesn't matter what you ride, as long as you ride.

04-29-2007, 08:16 PM	#4
steves Argh Supporting Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: 19403 Posts: 28,328 iTrader: (18) My Garage	Try goof off? Gasoline as a last resort.... Some of the residue on mine seemed to have "bled" through the clear coat. __________________ -Steve Welcome to KatRiders.com! Click here to register Don't forget to check the Wiki! http://katriders.com/wiki Help Support Katriders.com via Motorcyclegear.com

04-29-2007, 10:43 PM	#5
md86 Katastical Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: 41035 & 45240 Posts: 22,866 iTrader: (12) My Garage eBay ID: md86dammit	It's not so much the chemical you use , but it seems you NEED some elbow grease behind it . I just left mine sit . It'll attract ALOT of dirt , but the dirt DOES come off fairly easy . __________________ I am a fluffy lil cuddly lovable bunny , dammit ! Katrider's rally 2011 - md86

04-29-2007, 10:47 PM	#6
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04-29-2007, 10:56 PM	#7
jrocatx Katrider Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Round Rock, TX Posts: 199 iTrader: (0) My Garage	I went to a local parts store, they only had the backing not the actual rubber. The kit runs $28; honestly didn't want to blow another dime to not get the desired results. If anyone else with a "PRE" uses this devise and is satisfied then I will drop the doe.

04-30-2007, 07:20 AM	#8
steves Argh Supporting Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: 19403 Posts: 28,328 iTrader: (18) My Garage	What?!

04-30-2007, 09:22 AM	#10
GytRDunKat Kat Legend Supporting Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: MN Posts: 6,533 iTrader: (4) My Garage	I just ordered one. I'll let you guys know in a few days how it turns out. Thanks everyone. Someone suggested by IM to use 3M adhesive remover. I'll try that if this doesn't work.

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