Whaler Central - Boston Whaler Boat Information and Photos

Thread subject: Whaler Central - Boston Whaler Boat Information and Photos :: Well here's a dumb question

Posted by HarleyFXDL on 02/17/09 - 8:25 AM

Of all the boats I've owned, I've never changed the hull numbers before. Before I break out the razor blade, what is the easiest way to get the vinyl numbers off?

Posted by Phil T on 02/17/09 - 8:35 AM

Hair dryer on medium and a plastic putty knife. Heat the letter, starting in the corner and work it. Let the heat do the work.

Clean off the adhesive with Goof-off.

Edited by Phil T on 02/17/09 - 8:36 AM

Posted by dprice on 02/17/09 - 8:37 AM

If they are vinyl spray them with WD-40, this will soften the glue. I've replaced two sets over the years. With a little patience I've been able to get a corner loosened up and then slowly pull them off.

Posted by MW on 02/17/09 - 8:53 AM

100% pure silicone spray (hrd. store), melt's it like "Butter" !

then Clean area well w/ "Bon Ami", soap and warm water, let dry then apply new decals

Edited by MW on 02/17/09 - 9:21 AM

Posted by HarleyFXDL on 02/17/09 - 9:58 AM

Thanks all

Posted by Mr Whaler on 02/20/09 - 7:40 PM

I sprayed a little windex on my Hull Numbers to get them off. it's sort of the opposite of putting on the "Boston Whaler" Logo, you need them to be able to slide around a little before you go to crazy. Good Luck!

Posted by kikibee on 02/20/09 - 8:32 PM

There is a product called "Anti-Bond" that you can get at West Marine. It takes the numbers right off and leaves no residue. Good luck!

Posted by MW on 02/21/09 - 12:04 AM

I use Dawn dish soap & water to apply the "Pressure sensative" decals. Put it in a spray bottle, soak the area, your hands and fingers. Slide graphics in place, (ooop's it's not straight, no problem, re-adjust) let dry overnight.