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02-08-2023, 09:00 AM
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1 Rivet Member 
2018 27' International
San Antonio
, Texas
Join Date: Nov 2022
Posts: 13
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Name Badge Removal
I have purchased a 2018 International Signature and the previous owner placed their Name Badge on the outer skin right next to the door. As I have renamed the trailer, I need to remove this badge. Any advice on how to get the adhesive to release so as not to mar the outer skin. I did several searches and cannot find a thread for this although I realize this cannot be the first question about this....any help would be appreciated.
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02-08-2023, 09:57 AM
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4 Rivet Member 
Little falls
, New York
Join Date: Jul 2019
Posts: 457
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Something sharp edged and plastic? Probably the only way to not see the inevitable black leftover goo is an even bigger badge.
I’d probably try a little solvent of some sort but I wouldn’t suggest that to others. Probably wouldn’t end well plastic coating and all.
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Originally Posted by JGF79
I have purchased a 2018 International Signature and the previous owner placed their Name Badge on the outer skin right next to the door. As I have renamed the trailer, I need to remove this badge. Any advice on how to get the adhesive to release so as not to mar the outer skin. I did several searches and cannot find a thread for this although I realize this cannot be the first question about this....any help would be appreciated.
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02-08-2023, 10:00 AM
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Site Team
1994 25' Excella
Waukesha
, Wisconsin
Join Date: Sep 2020
Posts: 4,548
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Careful use of dental floss can often be used to break the bond between the adhesive tape and the surface. You'll likely have to do some clean up with some type of solvent, but test the solvent first in an area not visible to make sure it doesn't remove/damage the clear coat.
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11018
1994 Excella 25 Follow the build on Gertie!
1999 Suburban LS 2500 w/7.4L V8
1974 GMC 4108a - Custom Coach Land Cruiser (Sold)
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02-08-2023, 10:02 AM
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Site Team
2002 25' Safari
Dewey
, Arizona
Join Date: Mar 2005
Posts: 15,411
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Fishing line can also be used...
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Richard
Wally Byam Airstream Club 7513
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02-08-2023, 10:07 AM
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4 Rivet Member
Little falls
, New York
Join Date: Jul 2019
Posts: 457
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Quote:
Originally Posted by azflycaster
Fishing line can also be used...
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That’s a great idea..
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02-08-2023, 10:23 AM
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diesel maniac
Airstream - Other
Tucson
, AZ
Join Date: May 2017
Posts: 2,172
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A heat gun to soften it can help but be careful not to get it too hot, I have successfully used a heat gun and plastic razor blades to remover stickers on fiberglass but not on aluminum that has a protective coating so use extreme caution with the heat. Amazon sells plastic razor blades.
I also used 3M adhesive remover but again you should first test this on your Airstream.
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02-08-2023, 10:51 AM
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4 Rivet Member
2005 30' Classic
Kingston
, Washington
Join Date: May 2011
Posts: 493
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I used a plastic razor blade to remove the big stickers installed by the original selling dealer, then I cleaned up the goo with Bug and Tar remover. Worked great.
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02-08-2023, 11:37 AM
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4 Rivet Member
2018 25' International
Full-time
, Traveler
Join Date: May 2018
Posts: 306
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I have had success in the past by waiting for a nice, sunny, preferably warm day (depending on where you are, this may not be realistic currently) and once the badge needing removal starts to twist a little, either take some fishing line behind the emblem to “slice” it off the glue, or if the emblem twists pretty freely, I just keep gently twisting. Be careful not to lift it from one edge as it could very likely leave a scratch/mark. This keeps you safe from adding too much heat to a small area.
After the emblem is gone, I work at rubbing as much glue off by rubbing it with my thumb, and the use some bug and tar remover if needed.
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02-08-2023, 12:52 PM
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Rivet Master 
2008 22' Safari
Spicewood (W of Austin)
, Texas
Join Date: Mar 2015
Posts: 2,238
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Quote:
Originally Posted by azflycaster
Fishing line can also be used...
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Especially strong is the woven polyester fishline…rather than monofilament.
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02-08-2023, 01:33 PM
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Rivet Master
1994 30' Excella
alexandria
, Kentucky
Join Date: Aug 2004
Posts: 2,196
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Steam clothes iron and plastic razor blade. Try WD-40 or possibly denatured alcohol as a solvent on the left over adhesive.
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Steve, Christy, Anna and Phoebe (Border Collie)
1994 Classic 30'11" Excella - rear twin
2009 Dodge 2500, 6 Speed Auto, CTD, Quad Cab, Short Bed
Hensley Arrow hitch with adjustable stinger
WBCCI # 3072
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02-08-2023, 01:37 PM
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Escape Pod II
2022 23' Flying Cloud
2018 22' Sport
Orange
, Texas
Join Date: Jan 2022
Posts: 635
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X2 on the WD-40 or bug and tar remover which is usually diesel or kerosene for the glue.
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02-08-2023, 02:47 PM
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Rivet Master
2021 30' Flying Cloud
2020 25' International
minneapolis
, Minnesota
Join Date: Jun 2020
Posts: 1,403
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Quote:
Originally Posted by azflycaster
Fishing line can also be used...
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The fishing line works, then use duck tape to remove left over adhesive.
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02-08-2023, 08:18 PM
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Rivet Master
1994 30' Excella
Mississauga
, Ontario
Join Date: Jun 2004
Posts: 1,183
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`or you could install your new one on top of the existing one. Just a thought.
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Al and Jean
TAC ON-3
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02-09-2023, 06:53 AM
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"Cloudsplitter"
2003 25' Classic
Houstatlantavegas
, Malebolgia
Join Date: Jun 2007
Posts: 19,515
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Quote:
Originally Posted by JGF79
I have purchased a 2018 International Signature and the previous owner placed their Name Badge on the outer skin right next to the door. As I have renamed the trailer, I need to remove this badge. Any advice on how to get the adhesive to release so as not to mar the outer skin. I did several searches and cannot find a thread for this although I realize this cannot be the first question about this....any help would be appreciated.
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As noted... fishing line. 10lb and above.
I've used Brakleen & WD40 to de-goop the panels.
Bob
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02-10-2023, 02:30 PM
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1 Rivet Member
2018 27' International
San Antonio
, Texas
Join Date: Nov 2022
Posts: 13
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Thank you!
All of your replies most useful! The fishing line idea is awesome!....never would have thought of that...
Thanks to all of you for taking the time to give great advice!
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02-15-2023, 09:41 AM
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2 Rivet Member 
2022 25' Globetrotter
Bellevue and San Antonio
, Nebraska and Texas
Join Date: Jan 2018
Posts: 66
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Citri Solve
Had good results with this taking the residue off from our BRNs when we sold our previous units. Do test it first though and use a light touch.
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02-15-2023, 03:37 PM
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2 Rivet Member
Marietta
, Arizona
Join Date: Aug 2019
Posts: 23
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Why remove. Why break the bond? Why expose bare aluminum?
Put you name or any graphic OVER the unwanted one.
If the unwanted name has relief/depth, just reduce that to a flat surface.
Suggestions:
Peterbilt
Wile E Coyote
Wall E Byam
You first wife’s name
Winnebago
Keep ‘em guessing
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