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Discussion in 'Prime Accessories and Modifications' started by dtsexpert, Jul 1, 2021.

  1. dtsexpert

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    I used paint tape to tape newspaper around the emblem to plasti dip them. It looks like the tape is old and left just a bit sticky residue on.
    Would anyone know what I should use to clean this up.
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    Goo Gone works, you should be able to find it at your local hardware store.
     
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    Get the automotive version.
     
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    I used goo gone with heat gun to remove my old HOV sticker on my 2017Prime. No issue on the paint.
     
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    Did you try wd-40?
     
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    If you don't have Goo Gone, WD40 (or any similar petroleum distillate) was great at removing residue on CD/DVD jewel case seals (remember them?)
     
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    Those side emblems are just double sided tape on;).

    I would have used fish tape to remove the emblems, then you can be as messy as you want with painting the emblems:whistle:.

    Or leave them off completely like I did (see my avatar pic):).

    Go emblemless(y).
     
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    I'll try WD-40 tomorrow.
    Thanks all for your help
     
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    Kerosene? Or it’s one of the main ingredients in WD40 anyway. Still, avoids dealing with another spray can down the road (I’ve got more’n my share).
     
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    I tried the WD-40 today. It works perfectly.
    Thanks all
     
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    Is that a glossy plastidip? When I used it on my old truck a while back it was very flat/matte.


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    No it's matte.
     
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    Inspired me. Did the plastidip treatment to mine. Posted pics in another thread about modifications to Primes. Thanks.
     
    #13 MScelery, Jul 10, 2021
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