Fairing Graphics

[Re-Vision]

Is a heat gun the best way to remove graphics?  If I remove the graphics from the fairing, will it require a new paint job to get rid of their traces?  Has anyone created and applied new vinyl graphics?  Thanks.  BDC

[67GTO]

A heat gun can do alot of damage in a hurry :( I like to use a hair dryer, much safer :)

[Tiger]

 :) A heat gun will remove them but you need a solvent to remove the adhesive that is left behind...Used properly, there would be no reason to worry about the paint work. The lowers I put into the laundry tub with a solution of hot water and dish soap, let soak for a couple of minutes and slowly/gently peel off...been there, done that and have the "T" shirt  ;D :D :D :D... ;)

                    8).......TIGER...... 8)

[h2olawyer]

I used a heat gun to remove the graphics from my fairing.  Agreed - use care when working with a heat gun!  I didn't do any damage, but the gelcoat did get a little soft in one spot where I was having some difficulty getting the sticker off.

The adhesive came off easily for me, using Goo Gone.  Then I wiped it all down with rubbing alcohol, scuffed up the gelcoat & gave it an el-cheapo rattle can paint job.  Looked pretty good for a couple years but time & incidents are taking their toll on the paint.

H₂O

[Kiwi]

The paint not covered by the stickers has probably faded more than the rest.

[rhpaw]

I used goo-gone and wd40 along with a hairdryer. Eventually it all came off.