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Old 09-03-2010, 10:12 AM
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I have this used Yamaha R6 fairing that has factory decals or vinyl (I assume?) on the upper half of it, I need to remove it without damaging the paint so it will match my existing fairing set, is there a way to do it? I don't want to repaint the fairing because it will cost more than buying another used one on ebay.
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Try a hair dryer first. That may soften the decals enough to peel them off. I've used "Goo Gone" to peel off smaller decals but those are some large areas.
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Use a blow dryer. Start with a low heat setting - you can always increase the heat. Warm it up one small section at a time - it'll peal right off.

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Like the others have said, hair dryer to soften the decal adhesive while you pull it off, followed by Goo-Gone to remove any left over adhesive. You may need to use some rubbing or polishing compound afterwards as the paint under the decals won't be faded like the rest.
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Got it out with a heatgun, not as easy as I thought. But worked, thanks for help
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