Factory Vinyl stripes Removal tricks?

[Threehundredc]

i had a guy ask me about doing his Black 2012 charger that has red vinyl stripes real wide down the center parts of the hood roof and trunk i believe.
he said he doesn't want them any more and if im polishing it might as well do it then to even up the paint under there
i told him no problem but how hard and good are these stuck on there i dont wanna be pickin at it with my finger nail all day while he watches me

should one corner i can grab and just peel off no problem or is there a spray or loosener ?

[Threehundredc]

checking the car forums they say just a little heat to get the corner and heat underneath as you pull and its no problem

[Pureshine]

Yes I use a heat gun and some adhesive remover if there is any residue left over. Just take your time and do it right don't rush it.

[Johnnyboy]

Your in Florida......leave the car in the sun and should have no problem peeling them off!

[Threehundredc]

alright im hopin thats all i gotta do

[SuperiorAutoLLC]

You need a heat gun. I have a Porter Cable one I bought from Lowe's for about $30 or $40; it is VERY powerful but can also be run at a lower setting. I used it heavily on this project:

http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/...lots-pics.html

After you've gotten the bulk of the vinyl off, you will need to follow up with an adhesive remover. I recommend the Griot's Garage Adhesive Remover; I think it works very well for applications like the one you are dealing with. Most likely you will need to soak a MF towel in the adhesive remover then rub it vigorously over the adhesive until it is gone. Then, of course, follow up with a compound (if needed), glaze, sealant and/or wax.

Unfortunately, the sun itself won't be powerful enough to heat the vinyl to a workable state and you certainly don't want to look like an idiot in front of your customer.

Good luck to you and don't forget to post pics!

[Threehundredc]

well thats no problem i have the big red heat gun adhesive remover polish pads ect should be at the end of the month ill post results when it happens