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Message started by built2last66 on 08/26/11 at 10:23:09

Title: Removing tank/side logos (decals)
Post by built2last66 on 08/26/11 at 10:23:09

Hi, before I get started on removing my S40 air filter panel decals, my gas tank "boulevard" decals, and my rear fender Suzuki decal I thought I'd ask if anyone knew a good technique on how to do it without requiring a new paint job.. I might just leave the rear fender Suzuki logo :D

I didn't want to fool around with them too much, but it appears they're just stuck on there like a sticker.. so just peel off and use some finger nail polish remover to clean up the sticky residue I assume?

Thanks for any help in advance

Title: Re: Removing tank/side logos (decals)
Post by Serowbot on 08/26/11 at 10:25:19

a blowdryer helps...

Title: Re: Removing tank/side logos (decals)
Post by EJID on 08/26/11 at 10:28:40

Here's a how-to guide, but it looks like the pics might not be there anymore :(

http://suzukisavage.com/cgi-bin/YaBB.pl?board=tech;action=display;num=1181828138

Title: Re: Removing tank/side logos (decals)
Post by built2last66 on 08/26/11 at 10:41:54

1B14171A5E0 wrote:

Here's a how-to guide, but it looks like the pics might not be there anymore :(

http://suzukisavage.com/cgi-bin/YaBB.pl?board=tech;action=display;num=1181828138

Thanks, I just searched for "decals" and "logos" I didn't know they were called badges..

I don't see any pics but I have a 2005 with the raised badges so hopefully it should be no prob..

Title: Re: Removing tank/side logos (decals)
Post by drums1 on 08/26/11 at 11:17:23

I don't know if I'd use fingernail polish remover for the leftover glue. May damage paint. I would use something a little less toxic. Goo-Gone, for instance. Citrus has got to be less harmful than Acetone, I would think.

Title: Re: Removing tank/side logos (decals)
Post by built2last66 on 08/26/11 at 11:31:18

4F595E46581A2B0 wrote:

I've used finger nail polish in the sunlight before to clean up my gas tank, it gets the gunk off then evaporates almost instantly.. it's a little trick I have... everyone says not to do that but I'm just looney

Title: Re: Removing tank/side logos (decals)
Post by drums1 on 08/26/11 at 11:36:34

Whatever works I guess. I hear crumpled up tin foil will shine the heck out of chrome, too. Who'd have thunk?

Title: Re: Removing tank/side logos (decals)
Post by built2last66 on 08/26/11 at 11:44:06

392F28302E6C5D0 wrote:

Whatever works I guess. I hear crumpled up tin foil will shine the heck out of chrome, too. Who'd have thunk?

Someone on here suggested using a penny to clean off minor burnt on gunk off of a chrome muffler.. worked for me as well

Title: Re: Removing tank/side logos (decals)
Post by Serowbot on 08/26/11 at 12:17:04

5F485451490F515C4E490B0B3D0 wrote:

Someone on here suggested using a penny to clean off minor burnt on gunk off of a chrome muffler.. worked for me as well

I heard, a nickle,... but a penny is even cheaper... :-?...

Title: Re: Removing tank/side logos (decals)
Post by EJID on 08/26/11 at 12:19:10

687E69746C79746F1B0 wrote:

[quote author=5F485451490F515C4E490B0B3D0 link=1314379390/0#7 date=1314384246]Someone on here suggested using a penny to clean off minor burnt on gunk off of a chrome muffler.. worked for me as well

I heard, a nickle,... but a penny is even cheaper... :-?...[/quote]

I'll sell you one for a dime + shipping ;D

Title: Re: Removing tank/side logos (decals)
Post by babyhog on 08/26/11 at 13:17:25

WD-40 will loosen up the sticky stuff too, and won't hurt the paint.

Title: Re: Removing tank/side logos (decals)
Post by Markusublime on 08/26/11 at 17:09:37

Using a blowdryer to soften up the adhesive always works for me when removing vinyl and other stickers,badges,ect.doing annual safety inspections on trucks and trailers normally requires that I remove government stickers which are stuck on in a serious way due to tamper proofing.many times the previous mechanic has applied the sticker to the fender of a new truck,I first heat the sticker up and peel it off,then I use "quick start" (a.k.a ether) to remove the leftover adhesive. The ether leaves the leftover adhesive in a soft state that you can normally wipe away with a rag.I've never had any staining or paint damage when I've used it,but I suggest you try it in an inconspicuous spot first.I've also read that you can use fishing line to separate badges.

Title: Re: Removing tank/side logos (decals)
Post by mmosel on 08/26/11 at 17:27:41

Yeah I use lighter fluid. Works great, super quick and doesn't seem to do any damage at all. I clean the paint after I remove the sticker goo.

Title: Re: Removing tank/side logos (decals)
Post by arteacher on 08/26/11 at 17:30:12

+1 on the lighter fluid.

Title: Re: Removing tank/side logos (decals)
Post by built2last66 on 08/28/11 at 17:53:22

Did I do it right?

http://i51.tinypic.com/33wnlg8.jpg

That screamin eagle has to go...

Title: Re: Removing tank/side logos (decals)
Post by built2last66 on 08/28/11 at 17:57:46

Oh yeah, just a tip in case someone's reading this and going to remove their badges.. use threaded fishing line.. its really soft weave string and won't damage your paint.