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How do you get the lettering off the tailgate?

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by NolaPKP, Oct 2, 2007.

  1. Oct 2, 2007 at 1:02 PM
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    NolaPKP

    NolaPKP [OP] Active Member

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    Was just wondering if the lettering on the tailgate was just stuck on there or if i take it off will i leave a bunch of tiny holes where it was attached? I've seen some of you guys with blank tailgates and i like the look. lots sleeker.
     
  2. Oct 2, 2007 at 1:17 PM
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    The_Hodge

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    Seeing the third gen section forced me to get a Ford...
    take them off the same way as the doors. same type adhiesive and all. as long as the adhiesive is warm and can be pulled off, there shouldnt be any chips.
     
  3. Oct 2, 2007 at 1:18 PM
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    NolaPKP

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    good deal. thanx
     
  4. Oct 2, 2007 at 3:55 PM
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    Evil Monkey

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    One of the things the guys on the motorcycle forums do to remove tank lettering is to heat it with a blowdryer and then use fishing line to slip behind the piece.
     
  5. Oct 2, 2007 at 4:39 PM
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    MR. NICE

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    I just removed my emblems this weekend. I used a heat gun and fishing line.
    I then used a little rubbing alcohol to take off any left over adhesive.
    Then buffed and waxed the area. It took me about 45 mins to do the whole truck.
     
  6. Oct 2, 2007 at 10:48 PM
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    sgoveas

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    dental floss also works well, it almost slices through the adhesive because its thin but pretty strong

    I've used it a few times to remove badging
     
  7. Oct 3, 2007 at 7:17 AM
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    NolaPKP

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    never would have thought of dental floss. thanx guys i'mma have to try that out this weekend
     

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