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Old 01-05-2010, 12:04 AM
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Best way to remove sticker graphics from side of car?

My 8 is unblemished, but I was hoping to help my friend who has a 2004 Chevrolet Aveo with peeling flame/whoosh graphic stickers on the side of the car.

Before I get flamed...he bought the car used and w/o consulting me or I would have said run and never look back.

So what's the best way to get these lame stickers off? Hairdryer, that orange stuff? Would like to get it off easily without making the POS even uglier.
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if it doesnt come off easily reapply and then cover the area with saran wrap and seal the edges with painters tape... 15 mins and they should slide right off.
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Originally Posted by laythor
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if it doesnt come off easily reapply and then cover the area with saran wrap and seal the edges with painters tape... 15 mins and they should slide right off.
Thanks for the excellent tips.
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no problem.. i know i've read it somewhere here
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You can also use a heat gun IIRC but just be careful with it.
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Originally Posted by Flashwing
You can also use a heat gun IIRC but just be careful with it.
That would be my suggestion. Use enough heat and it will curl up and come off easy. Too much and you will burn the paint. If there is any stickum left, you can use WD-40 to soften and wipe off.
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