De-Waxing transom for vinyl lettering

[Luna Sea]

My new lettering has arrived, time to rename the Grady. Unfortunately, after I got the old name off last month, I used Meguiars #44 on there. Any tips on the unwaxing? To prep for the best vinyl adhesion? Thanks so much.......<br /><br />Happy boating!

 

[sangerwaker]

Re: De-Waxing transom for vinyl lettering

Go to an automotive paint supplier and get some wax and grease remover. It's a thin (like water) solvent that won;t hurt the finsh. NAPA may also carry it. I know 3M makes it, but it is expensive. I've always used generic brands and they work fine.<br /><br />After wiping down the surface with wax & grease remover, I have always wiped it down again with water, let dry, and then applied my decals. After that, wax the area, including over the letters.

 

[chuckz]

Re: De-Waxing transom for vinyl lettering

Or use acetone

 

[Luna Sea]

Re: De-Waxing transom for vinyl lettering

Thanks for the quick reply sangerwaker.<br /><br />L.I. Chuck, I have acetone on the boat already, so this would be the cheaper alternative. Acetone won't hurt anything? <br /><br />Thanks guys

 

[mattttt25]

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hey luna- can't comment on what you should do, but...<br /><br />went downtown annapolis last night and docked at the city docks. was in front of a large boat (didn't catch what it was), but the name caught my eye- loona sea. thought of you.<br /><br />i also happened to be docked right next to a 1993 sailfin. great condition, made mine look a bit dirty. i have some work to do.<br /><br />was really cool having two older grady's sitting there together. had a few guys walking by stop and chat. said i had a great boat, and were very surprised at the price i paid. made me feel good.

 

[chuckz]

Re: De-Waxing transom for vinyl lettering

That's why I mentioned acetone. As long as you don't flood the area and let it soak it's ok, I know it's a vertical surface. Apply to a cloth and wipe the area for the lettering. The acetone will evaporate before softening the gel coat.

 

[pdgallag]

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More important than the cleaning, I hope you followed the correct procedure for renaming your boat? You don't want to anger Poseidon!!!!<br />I saw a thread on here for the correct procedure

 

[Luna Sea]

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Thanks Chuck!<br /><br />Matt, Luna Sea was the Lund, and Dog's named Luna.<br /><br />Renaming the Wahoo (aka "Figment"-previous owner was a shrink) to WAHOO, decals are in. Will be posting pics soon. Did you follow your old thread to that Grady site? Send em your pics, my Grady made their "Gallery"! <br /> <br /><br />Yeah, people will stop at these fine boats, and only positive things are said, usually. Remember last summer when a guy drove by in a POS and I heard him say to his bud "That's my dream boat right there". Words I have not forgotten......

 

[Luna Sea]

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Notsosalty, already stocked the bar for that.........

 

[SELLADAM]

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Luna Sea - Before you go using chemicals, try Dawn dishwashing detergent, it'll take the wax off. A detailer told me about this to remove old wax from my car before applying a fresh coat of wax.

 

[floyd fish5033]

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I agree with AGS, A good friend has an auto detailing shop, he said the same thing.<br />Dawn with a towel removes all wax and residue, and easy on the finish.