Changing tank emblems... any tricks??
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Lighter fluid, such as what you would use to fill a Zippo or wick style lighter will remove the adhesive without damaging the paint. It will leave an oily film and likely remove wax or polish as well so I would suggest washing and waxing the painted surface shortly afterwards.
I've heard that WD-40 works as well but have no experience using it for this application.
I've heard that WD-40 works as well but have no experience using it for this application.
Last edited by deepthought; 11-21-2010 at 10:03 AM.
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Be careful with the Goo Gone, I've had it remove paint before (not sure about the quality of the paint). You should be ok, Harleys have pretty thick clear coat, just make sure you wipe it off pretty quickly. You should also do a test on the underside of the tank, or maybe a spot under the seat to make sure you're good.
Is it just the angle of the light in the pic, or did you have your rims chromed on the stainless portions? I was thinking about doing the same, but was told that it would easily chip if just done on the edges. If they are chromed, what did it run you to get it done, and has it been pretty durable?
Is it just the angle of the light in the pic, or did you have your rims chromed on the stainless portions? I was thinking about doing the same, but was told that it would easily chip if just done on the edges. If they are chromed, what did it run you to get it done, and has it been pretty durable?
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Emblems and badging on cars is taken off with heat. They turn a hot air gun on it until the glue softens and then just peal it right off. BUT ... may not be a good thing on a gas tank! If your tank is empty and cleaned out, you might consider it, but only if the tank is drained out and clean!
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I used a heat gun on a bike gas tank and had no issues, although I was extremely careful and never got it too close. After the glue was warmed up, I was able to peel them right off. Although if you do use a heat gun you will ruin the emblems by melting them somewhat. So if you want to save them, try the fishing line or dental floss method.
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Be careful with the Goo Gone, I've had it remove paint before (not sure about the quality of the paint). You should be ok, Harleys have pretty thick clear coat, just make sure you wipe it off pretty quickly. You should also do a test on the underside of the tank, or maybe a spot under the seat to make sure you're good.
Is it just the angle of the light in the pic, or did you have your rims chromed on the stainless portions? I was thinking about doing the same, but was told that it would easily chip if just done on the edges. If they are chromed, what did it run you to get it done, and has it been pretty durable?
Is it just the angle of the light in the pic, or did you have your rims chromed on the stainless portions? I was thinking about doing the same, but was told that it would easily chip if just done on the edges. If they are chromed, what did it run you to get it done, and has it been pretty durable?
thanks
no chromeon the wheels...just a good pic i guess
i think Santa is gonna bring chrome wheels this year
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