Removing Decals

[AB852]

I removed the “lightning” emblems on both sides. I theft the flag, because it’s subtle enough. The first side felt like it took 45 minutes. Process was heat gun and dental floss. All the emblems popped off fine, but the adhesive that was left behind was a nightmare to remove. I ended up using the flat edge of a plastic trim removal tool and a WD-40 for lubrication. After I got as much adhesive off as possible, I applied rubbing compound and used a polish to leave anything left behind. No scrapes or scratches and I think it looks great. The other side only took 10 minutes because I was a pro at that point. I’ll post photos shortly.

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[EonLightning]

I removed the “lightning” emblems on both sides. I theft the flag, because it’s subtle enough. The first side felt like it took 45 minutes. Process was heat gun and dental floss. All the emblems popped off fine, but the adhesive that was left behind was a nightmare to remove. I ended up using the flat edge of a plastic trim removal tool and a WD-40 for lubrication. After I got as much adhesive off as possible, I applied rubbing compound and used a polish to leave anything left behind. No scrapes or scratches and I think it looks great. The other side only took 10 minutes because I was a pro at that point. I’ll post photos shortly.

That would be much appreciated. Thank you.

 

[CRAIGC540]

We use this stuff at work to remove glue from a label machine, it works like magic removing glue. I never new it was so expensive until I just looked it up after seeing this post. I guess because it's for industrial use.

Henkel Technomelt® Melt-O-Clean Cleaner

 

[EonLightning]

We use this stuff at work to remove glue from a label machine, it works like magic removing glue. I never new it was so expensive until I just looked it up after seeing this post. I guess because it's for industrial use.

Henkel Technomelt® Melt-O-Clean Cleaner

Holy shit! Can you mail mean ounce?

 

[SmoothJ]

I wouldn't touch the paint on any of these trucks for about a few more weeks. They need to cure more IMHO.

 

[AB852]

I wouldn't touch the paint on any of these trucks for about a few more weeks. They need to cure more IMHO.

Most detail shops recommend to wait 30 days before poking and prodding the paint. I was a 5/11 blend. I pulled off the emblems on 6/12. No issues with the paint.

 

[GoGoGadgetTruck]

We use this stuff at work to remove glue from a label machine, it works like magic removing glue. I never new it was so expensive until I just looked it up after seeing this post. I guess because it's for industrial use.

Henkel Technomelt® Melt-O-Clean Cleaner

ohhhhhhh

see someone told me about this and I thought they said "Malt-o-Meal"

that didn't really help - it made things messier actually.

 

[CRAIGC540]

All the waiting and cost for the lighting and you don't want anybody to now you have it.

 

[EonLightning]

All the waiting and cost for the lighting and you don't want anybody to now you have it.

I do a lot of work in the city and don't want to stick out with a 90k truck

 

[MickeyAO]

First responders rely on the badging to know that it is an EV instead of ICE.

 

[CRAIGC540]

I do a lot of work in the city and don't want to stick out with a 90k truck

So if you had a Lamborghini you wouldn't drive it? Can't hide that.
Just enjoy there's plenty of people driving hundred thousand dollar cars.

 

[GDN]

I wouldn't touch the paint on any of these trucks for about a few more weeks. They need to cure more IMHO.

Sadly I guess you've missed most of our trucks have been sitting in Detroit for weeks with not much reason. Most are 4 to 5 weeks old by the time they reach us. I do hope that improves soon.

 

[SmoothJ]

Sadly I guess you've missed most of our trucks have been sitting in Detroit for weeks with not much reason. Most are 4 to 5 weeks old by the time they reach us. I do hope that improves soon.

I didn’t… in fact, I think my mine is in limbo now.

 

[Yellow Buddy]

For decals, emblems, and even body effects, I’ve been using 3M adhesive remover for years. Tried a whole bunch of things but this is as darn near close to wipe on, wipe off as there is.

https://www.amazon.com/3M-03618-Adhesive-Remover-oz/dp/B000BQYA7W

 

[EonLightning]

So if you had a Lamborghini you wouldn't drive it? Can't hide that.
Just enjoy there's plenty of people driving hundred thousand dollar cars.

Specifically talking about avoiding break-ins

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