Re: [Paddlewise] Removing decals from fiberglass kayaks

From: Dave Kruger <dkruger_at_pacifier.com>
Date: Fri, 09 Mar 2001 21:09:21 -0800
Michael Daly wrote:
> 
> Amie got a new Shadow, but they put an Eclipse decal on it.  We got a proper set of
> Shadow decals in the mail and I now have the task of replacing the old with the new.
> Any ideas on how to remove the old ones without damaging the gelcoat?
> I guess soaking in water won't work!

Try a cooking oil soak, followed by scrubbing with a plastic scrubber (dish
washing type).  It should be softer than the gel coat.

If that does not work, you may have to resort to nasty adhesive removers, such
as you can purchase at auto parts stores.  They work, but are toxic and demand
wide open spaces for ventilation.  Use nitrile gloves.  Latex dies quickly in
that stuff.

-- 
Dave Kruger
Astoria, OR
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