Removing the Vinyl Graphics ??
08-25-2005, 08:17 PM
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Re: Removing the Vinyl Graphics ??
Nope, that just did not work. Razors and plastic scrapers got the chunks off. A bunch of different chemicals each got more off. Several different polishing compounds made things better and better.
But when you look at the boat when its very shiny, polished, and waxed, the location of the old stickers is obvious -- its visible. You can't feel it, and you can't see it looking straight at it, but its very clear looking at it from an angle: the reflection of the trees is clearly different.
But when you look at the boat when its very shiny, polished, and waxed, the location of the old stickers is obvious -- its visible. You can't feel it, and you can't see it looking straight at it, but its very clear looking at it from an angle: the reflection of the trees is clearly different.
08-26-2005, 03:11 AM
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Re: Removing the Vinyl Graphics ??
3M glue and adhesive remover
bug and tar remover
3812 enamel reducer
any of these,keep it wet and out of direct sunlight.
scrape with a sample formica chip (Lowes or Home Depot) that has been sharpened on bottom edge only like a wood chisel. Sharp and safe on gel.
Wet sand gel w/ #1200 then #1500 after glue is removed.
Buff w/white compound pad and white 3M Imperial Compound and watch it shine! Don't forget to wax.
BTW, PPGs' Deltron replaced Imron over 5 years ago. G$
bug and tar remover
3812 enamel reducer
any of these,keep it wet and out of direct sunlight.
scrape with a sample formica chip (Lowes or Home Depot) that has been sharpened on bottom edge only like a wood chisel. Sharp and safe on gel.
Wet sand gel w/ #1200 then #1500 after glue is removed.
Buff w/white compound pad and white 3M Imperial Compound and watch it shine! Don't forget to wax.
BTW, PPGs' Deltron replaced Imron over 5 years ago. G$
08-26-2005, 07:56 AM
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Re: Removing the Vinyl Graphics ??
Originally Posted by u4ea32
Nope, that just did not work. Razors and plastic scrapers got the chunks off. A bunch of different chemicals each got more off. Several different polishing compounds made things better and better.
But when you look at the boat when its very shiny, polished, and waxed, the location of the old stickers is obvious -- its visible. You can't feel it, and you can't see it looking straight at it, but its very clear looking at it from an angle: the reflection of the trees is clearly different.
But when you look at the boat when its very shiny, polished, and waxed, the location of the old stickers is obvious -- its visible. You can't feel it, and you can't see it looking straight at it, but its very clear looking at it from an angle: the reflection of the trees is clearly different.
08-27-2005, 12:00 AM
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Re: Removing the Vinyl Graphics ??
Originally Posted by Lofty
I can get you new rub rail but it will run about $1500 to wrap the whole boat. It's not an easy job either. Think long and hard about replacing it yourself. As far as the graphics go. Ripp them off! These guys are right, the glue will come off and with the 3m buffung compound and maybe in a severe case, some 1500 grit wet/dry. It is a big job but nothing you can't handle. That boat looks GREAT all white.
08-27-2005, 03:54 AM
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Re: Removing the Vinyl Graphics ??
Originally Posted by Gmoney52
3M glue and adhesive remover
bug and tar remover
3812 enamel reducer
any of these,keep it wet and out of direct sunlight.
scrape with a sample formica chip (Lowes or Home Depot) that has been sharpened on bottom edge only like a wood chisel. Sharp and safe on gel.
Wet sand gel w/ #1200 then #1500 after glue is removed.
Buff w/white compound pad and white 3M Imperial Compound and watch it shine! Don't forget to wax.
BTW, PPGs' Deltron replaced Imron over 5 years ago. G$
bug and tar remover
3812 enamel reducer
any of these,keep it wet and out of direct sunlight.
scrape with a sample formica chip (Lowes or Home Depot) that has been sharpened on bottom edge only like a wood chisel. Sharp and safe on gel.
Wet sand gel w/ #1200 then #1500 after glue is removed.
Buff w/white compound pad and white 3M Imperial Compound and watch it shine! Don't forget to wax.
BTW, PPGs' Deltron replaced Imron over 5 years ago. G$
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Re: Removing the Vinyl Graphics ??
08-29-2005, 09:15 PM
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Re: Removing the Vinyl Graphics ??
Originally Posted by Dago Racing
Does anyone know where I can get a a white rubrail ?
I ordered 80 ft. (4, 20 ft. sections) to redo my 10 Meter's rubrail. I bought it from Rubrails.com and it cost me about $300 dollars. I bought new stainless fasteners (#10 screws, washers, and nylock nuts) for another $25 bucks or so.
Removing the old one was more of a chore than installing the new one.
I'm shocked at the $1500 figure. Even if materials cost $500, a grand is alot in labor.
I do have to forwarn you though, some of your cabin upholstery has to come out and the seats/side pannels in your cockpit.
I used a heatgun a bucket of water and a large towel.
Going around corners isn't too much of a chore. Take your time heat slowly and evenly. When the rail is in the position that you want, the damp towel will set the plastic and hold the new shape.
See, no sweat.
