57peppershaker Posted March 25, 2020 Share Posted March 25, 2020 Hi Guys I have an old diecast i want to repaint. It had paper type 'decals' that need to be removed. Ive soaked it in water for a few days & the top layers have rubbed off, leaving the adhesive residue that wont shift with just soaking. Any tips what i can use to remove it without damaging the paint ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peteski Posted March 25, 2020 Share Posted March 25, 2020 (edited) I remove that type of adhesive with naphtha (Ronsonol Lighter Fluid is same stuff), but ti might dull the paint slightly (depending on the paint). I would try it first on inconspicuous area. 91% isopropyl alcohol should also soften the adhesive, but nowhere as well as naphtha. But again, it might affect the paint. But since you are repainting it, aren't you going to strip the paint anyway? Edited March 25, 2020 by peteski Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
espo Posted March 25, 2020 Share Posted March 25, 2020 If your "Decals" are the peal and stick type, like the Dealership advertising on the trunk lid of your new car, you might use a Hair Drier to loosen the adhesive and this should make the residue easier to remove also. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
935k3 Posted March 25, 2020 Share Posted March 25, 2020 WD-40 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bainford Posted March 25, 2020 Share Posted March 25, 2020 Goo-Gone Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
57peppershaker Posted March 26, 2020 Author Share Posted March 26, 2020 Thanks, will try your suggestions. I dont want to strip factory paint, just spray over it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rocking Rodney Rat Posted March 28, 2020 Share Posted March 28, 2020 Goo-Gone will remove the gummy residue. Goo gone is oily, so make sure you clean the area well with water and liquid dish soap, rinsing thoroughly and drying before painting.... -RRR Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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