General Cycling Discussion - Sticker removal

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naisme
06-17-02, 05:47 AM
I just picked up an old Raliegh frame, it has all the clear plastic stickers on it. As I've created a fixed gear out of it I'd like to loose the stickers. Any suggestions?

I am going to be experimenting during the week. If I find something on my own I will post the solution. My first try will be Citris degreaser, then move to the GF's nail polish remover.

Inkwolf
06-17-02, 06:39 AM
There's some stuff called Un-du which is specifically made to remove stickers and labels. Stinks something awful. :P Having used it, I don't know that I'd say it works any better than citrus Goo-Gone, which smells much pleasanter.
Richard D
06-17-02, 07:03 AM
Try warming with a hair dryer/paint stripping gun then use plenty of white spirit and elbow grease.

Richard

velo
06-17-02, 08:03 AM
I go with Inkwolf on this one. Goo-Gone is some wonderful stuff when it comes to sticker removal. Your local K-mart or Walmart, or a store like that should carry it.
oldroads
09-10-02, 07:51 AM
Nail polish remover works well.

-Vin
Menotomy Vintage Bicycles, Inc.
http://OldRoads.com
MtnBikerChk
09-10-02, 07:58 AM
Originally posted by oldroads
Nail polish remover works well.

-Vin
Menotomy Vintage Bicycles, Inc.
http://OldRoads.com

Will that strip paint?