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Date: 07/11/21 10:02
Decal Removal
Author: jburek

What is the best method for safely removing decals without damaging any of the underlying paint - thanks for any advice.
Jeff

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Date: 07/11/21 10:38
Re: Decal Removal
Author: icancmp193

Decals: I use "drafting tape" and give it a quick pull. Now, pad printed lettering is another story.....

TJY

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Date: 07/11/21 10:43
Re: Decal Removal
Author: TomG

If its a micro scale decal, use micro sol.

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Date: 07/11/21 14:45
Re: Decal Removal
Author: PHall

Of course if the decals to be removed have been overcoated with Glosscote or Dullcote you may be screwed.

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Date: 07/11/21 15:31
Re: Decal Removal
Author: MojaveBill

Over the years his has been a popular request. And I have no advice!
It changes with manufacturers and solutions...

Bill Deaver
Tehachapi, CA

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Date: 07/11/21 17:07
Re: Decal Removal
Author: sixaxlecentury

Even sealed a piece of tape will almost always lift a decal off.  

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Date: 07/12/21 10:11
Re: Decal Removal
Author: jburek

Puddled some Solvaset on top of the decals for about 5 minutes & then easily lifted them off with a small brush with no damage to the underlying paint scheme.  Worked like a charm.  Decals were not yet sealed with dullcoat.

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Date: 07/13/21 10:24
Re: Decal Removal
Author: alcoc636

"Joe's Decal Remover".

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