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Removing old stickers
Posted: Tue Nov 25, 2008 1:26 pm
by markj
I've just got some replacement stickers for some of the old damaged ones. Anyone know the best method for removing the old ones and how to clean off any glue residues that may be left behind?
Posted: Tue Nov 25, 2008 1:48 pm
by I8A4RE
Boiling hot water works well on some stickers. Just pour it over should heat up the glue then just pull off. And ecualiptus (sp?) oil works well in removing the residue.
All normal disclaimers apply
Posted: Tue Nov 25, 2008 2:10 pm
by Teania
Depends on where the stickers are - on paint or on your windows.
I used a combination of hot day (sun softened the glue) and my hairdryer.
Removing the residue:-
On the paint, I did a cut-polish
On the glass I used alcohol swabs
Be careful with Eucalyptus oil as it can damage some surfaces.
(and ditto I8A4RE - All normal disclaimers apply
)
Cheers
Tanya
Posted: Tue Nov 25, 2008 2:40 pm
by harry90
Which method do u recomend for getting those dodgy 'Mivec' stickers off from next to the bottom of the door panels ?
Posted: Tue Nov 25, 2008 7:06 pm
by rock_it
I usually use Prepsol ... Or Oil & Grease remover ... It dissolves the glue residue so you can peel it off... Prepsol is what spray painters use to get rid of pin stripes, stickers, decals, and clean the area on the car prior to painting...
Didn't need a hair dryer, a hot day, or anything else ... On the DIY Day, Kaz and Mizfto had success with a hair dryer and turps + a rag.... think they got off the Mitsubishi, the GR, and some stickers on the back window....
Posted: Tue Nov 25, 2008 10:14 pm
by da_msta_chizz
harry90 wrote:Which method do you recomend for getting those dodgy 'Mivec' stickers off from next to the bottom of the door panels ?
None.
Removing the MIVEC badge results in your FTO setting itself on fire.
Posted: Wed Nov 26, 2008 5:52 pm
by markj
Thanks for all the suggestions