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Adam Hamilton

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Good morning, I am presently removing full wraps on ford transit vans. The original wrap was done in 3M's IJ 180 mC LSE due to plastics also being wrapped. As it turns out my UV printer does not do well will large wraps such as this. So my issue ... I am removing the vinyl and adhesive to rewrap with a different technique. The removal is taking longer than the actual wrap. Any help with faster methods would be truly welcome! I am presently using a heat gun, arm strong, and rapid remover to get the vans prepped for the new wrap. Again any help, or suggestions are very welcome!!! Thank you in advance.
 
Stacey K

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That's pretty much what everyone does. Some use torches since they are hotter than a heatgun, goes a little faster.
There's some product called Vinyl Off or something that I saw used on a FB ad, seemed to work but Amazon reviews are mixed (see below)
There's no magic, the job of removal is terrible and it sucks. Yes, it takes longer to remove than to install. I only remove if I'm putting vinyl on, I won't just remove some random guys vinyl. Very hard on the hands.

The steamer is just like a wallpaper steamer, just fill it with water and hold the steam part over the decals.

For smaller things I like to use the rubber wheel, mostly for that 3M adhesive behind emblems. You can use this for stubburn parts. Amazon sells them, and car part stores, I think I got my last one from O'Reillys but they had to order it so I got it next day.

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Adam Hamilton

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Thank you for the input, it is truly appreciated.I've been in this industry since 1986, and always just used heat gun method but never had a removal job this large. Only 4 more vehicles to go LMAO!
 
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Stacey K

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Adam Hamilton said:
Thank you for the input, it is truly appreciated.I've been in this industry since 1986, and always just used heat gun method but never had a removal job this large. Only 4 more vehicles to go LMAO!
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Good luck my friend! I don't want to be you right now, let us know how it goes!
 
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Adam Hamilton

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Well after an 8 hr day I'm about 2/3 done removing the vinyl, with just a heat gun; not a lot of adhesive to remove so far. It's coming off a lot easier than the last one for sure! Thanks again for the insight!
 
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Geneva Olson

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removing graphics is the best way to waste your time. Hire some day laborders, get a crap ton of goo gone, an IR heater, a torch when needed and start removing. Your installers are worth more and you will get stuck on these jobs.
Don't be afraid to charge. it's a PITA and it will make grown men swear.

Oh and youre in canada? (i'm in texas...the sun is our friend when removing wrap). Good luck. I wouldn't wish 4 wrap removals on anyone. Let us know how it comes out.
 
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Adam Hamilton said:
Good morning, I am presently removing full wraps on ford transit vans. The original wrap was done in 3M's IJ 180 mC LSE due to plastics also being wrapped. As it turns out my UV printer does not do well will large wraps such as this. So my issue ... I am removing the vinyl and adhesive to rewrap with a different technique. The removal is taking longer than the actual wrap. Any help with faster methods would be truly welcome! I am presently using a heat gun, arm strong, and rapid remover to get the vans prepped for the new wrap. Again any help, or suggestions are very welcome!!! Thank you in advance.
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I use brake part cleaner to remove glue from any metal surfaces.
 
Grizzly

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These work so much better than heat guns and torches for removals. Heats a larger area so you can get more off at a time without it cooling too fast.
www.uline.com

Shrinkfast™ Heat Gun #998 H-950 - Uline

Easily shrink film on skids and machinery. 90 rotating heat guard nozzle, double trigger, automatic shutoff. Covers up to 18" in a single pass. Propane powered with adjustable heat settings. Powerful but lightweight. Portable - Use indoors or out. Includes 25' hose, pressure gauge, UL guard...
www.uline.com www.uline.com

Worth it if you're doing 4. We find ourselves using it a lot more even on wraps for big areas.
 
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Ewan yu

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2f8e04581e1fd09cb280a22c699944e8.jpg e3f6c8687cb8433ecabcf062a3e728eb.jpg I ve seen people use a shower head with hot water, and it seems to work pretty well.
 
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mostly seen this used on small personal cars, especially when people are really worried about damaging the original paint.
 
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Stacey K

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Geneva Olson said:
Hey, my husband and I have been looking at vinyl off by chemical brothers.
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I looked at that too. I read some reviews on Amazon and they are mixed. Some said it worked well on baked on vinyl, others said it didn't work. They sell small bottles, maybe I'll get one if I have a big removal and try it.
 
Geneva Olson

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Adam Hamilton said:
Good morning, I am presently removing full wraps on ford transit vans. The original wrap was done in 3M's IJ 180 mC LSE due to plastics also being wrapped. As it turns out my UV printer does not do well will large wraps such as this. So my issue ... I am removing the vinyl and adhesive to rewrap with a different technique. The removal is taking longer than the actual wrap. Any help with faster methods would be truly welcome! I am presently using a heat gun, arm strong, and rapid remover to get the vans prepped for the new wrap. Again any help, or suggestions are very welcome!!! Thank you in advance.
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why did your uv printer not do well? we use latex. but i know people wrap vehicles with uv printers all the time. what happened?
 
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