 removing the america sticker on the side panel
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how is the best way to remove the side panel decal/sticker without hurting the finish? thanks.
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Re: removing the america sticker on the side panel
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Worn Saddle
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I worked at a decal company for 6 years. Heat is the trick. Try using a hair dryer or indirect propane torch to heat the decal. It will peel right off.
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Re: removing the america sticker on the side panel
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Fe Butt
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Fe Butt
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there is also a spray to take bumper stickers off that doesn't hurt paint.
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Should be Riding
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I do not think you can remove it without hurting the finish. (atleast on mine) there are several coats of clear over the decal.
Soren
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Learned Hand
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The speedmaster decal on my sidecover was under the clearcoat.
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I easily removed my "Speedmaster" decal while running it under very hot water. Peeled right off.
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I removed mine using WD-40. You'll always be able to see where the sticker was however because it is actually ingressed a bit so that the sticker and the plastic are even.
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I could have sworn mine is under the clear coat. 
-Tony
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Learned Hand
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Mine's covered with clear coat ('05 America).
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"Lighten up, Francis."
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I have the ultra-unique and precious black Bonneville America side cover. I would never DREAM of removing the sticker. If I wanted a color-coordinated side cover I'd get one of those cheap red America or Speedmaster side covers.
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Check Pants
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Check Pants
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Same here, it's part of the rare, "100th Anniversary" model package.... Quote:
I have the ultra-unique and precious black Bonneville America side cover. I would never DREAM of removing the sticker. If I wanted a color-coordinated side cover I'd get one of those cheap red America or Speedmaster side covers.
Al
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"Lighten up, Francis."
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Quote:
I have the ultra-unique and precious black Bonneville America side cover. I would never DREAM of removing the sticker. If I wanted a color-coordinated side cover I'd get one of those cheap red America or Speedmaster side covers.
Too bad they're not cheap (inexpensive) but they are cheap (as in "plastic cheap")
I also have an original '02 "Bonneville America" sidecover if anybody wants it.
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Check Pants
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Quote:
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I have the ultra-unique and precious black Bonneville America side cover. I would never DREAM of removing the sticker. If I wanted a color-coordinated side cover I'd get one of those cheap red America or Speedmaster side covers.
Too bad they're not cheap (inexpensive) but they are cheap (as in "plastic cheap")
I also have an original '02 "Bonneville America" sidecover if anybody wants it.
If it is in good condition, I'd be interested. Mine has a few scratches that I've tried to buff off.
Al
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