Paper label removal - Zenith Aircraft Builders and Flyers2024-03-29T04:53:57Zhttps://zenith.aero/forum/topics/paper-label-removal?commentId=2606393%3AComment%3A136269&feed=yes&xn_auth=nothanks for the replies, every…tag:zenith.aero,2011-07-18:2606393:Comment:1370502011-07-18T08:59:27.285ZGeorge Bellhttps://zenith.aero/profile/GeorgeBell
thanks for the replies, everyone! I should have pointed out that some of my labels are over 15 years old, so the glue is really tough - the heatgun method needs such a long time that the heat treatment of the parts could be affected, and it's ok John, there is no silicone in WD-40. My problem with acetone and thinners is I find some solvents give me a real headache!
thanks for the replies, everyone! I should have pointed out that some of my labels are over 15 years old, so the glue is really tough - the heatgun method needs such a long time that the heat treatment of the parts could be affected, and it's ok John, there is no silicone in WD-40. My problem with acetone and thinners is I find some solvents give me a real headache! Wet the label with rubbing al…tag:zenith.aero,2011-07-15:2606393:Comment:1362052011-07-15T15:15:27.645ZRodney Rixhttps://zenith.aero/profile/RodneyRix
Wet the label with rubbing alcohol, let sit for 2 min, and it peals right off. A little on a rag after and the glue will wipe right off as well.
Wet the label with rubbing alcohol, let sit for 2 min, and it peals right off. A little on a rag after and the glue will wipe right off as well. I like acetone plus a plastic…tag:zenith.aero,2011-07-15:2606393:Comment:1357312011-07-15T01:11:43.960ZKen Ryanhttps://zenith.aero/profile/KenRyan
I like acetone plus a plastic putty knife.
I like acetone plus a plastic putty knife. We used Lacquer Thinner at th…tag:zenith.aero,2011-07-14:2606393:Comment:1362692011-07-14T23:39:45.218ZPatrick Hoythttps://zenith.aero/profile/PatrickHoyt
<p>We used Lacquer Thinner at the Rudder Workshop. I used it ever since.</p>
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<p>- Pat</p>
<p>We used Lacquer Thinner at the Rudder Workshop. I used it ever since.</p>
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<p>- Pat</p> Doesn't the WD-40 have silico…tag:zenith.aero,2011-07-14:2606393:Comment:1362542011-07-14T17:14:57.524ZJohn Austinhttps://zenith.aero/profile/JohnLAustin
<p>Doesn't the WD-40 have silicone in it? Aluminum is rather porous ... I wouldn't use any silicone where I might ever eventually apply paint - fine to use it elsewhere. The degreaser may get it, but I've heard you can't bet on it.</p>
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<p>I've found two methods:</p>
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<p>A heat gun works great - gently heat and it peels right off.</p>
<p>or,</p>
<p>Soak the label with acetone for few seconds, it'll usually peel off with minimal, if any adhesive…</p>
<p>Doesn't the WD-40 have silicone in it? Aluminum is rather porous ... I wouldn't use any silicone where I might ever eventually apply paint - fine to use it elsewhere. The degreaser may get it, but I've heard you can't bet on it.</p>
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<p>I've found two methods:</p>
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<p>A heat gun works great - gently heat and it peels right off.</p>
<p>or,</p>
<p>Soak the label with acetone for few seconds, it'll usually peel off with minimal, if any adhesive residue.</p>
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<p>Regards,</p>
<p>John</p>