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Old 08-09-2011, 04:44 PM   #1
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Default Removing dealer stickers.

For Ages I've had a dealer sticker on the back window, I've tried to peel it off but to no avail.

I was told a razor blade helps but i don't wan't to damage the tint or the window.

I thought about bug and tar remover but it says not to use on glass little help.

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Old 08-09-2011, 04:46 PM   #2
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Is it on the inside????
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Old 08-09-2011, 04:47 PM   #3
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Is the sticker on the inside?
If its the outside carefully use a blade to get an edge up then peel off and turps on a rag to get the sticky off,done heaps of them that way over the years.
If its on the inside the dealer was an idiot because that will ruin the tint.
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Old 08-09-2011, 04:47 PM   #4
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Is it just the sticky residue and some of the sticker remaining? I've found wax and grease remover works well in removing that.
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Old 08-09-2011, 04:54 PM   #5
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If it’s on the inside mate I don’t really know what to say that wouldn’t fault your tints.

Thought there’s a product called Double D. It’s like eucalyptus oil or something. It was advised to me when I got slapped with a massive don’t park here sticker at the shops. Absolute killer to get off. Tried everything and one guy saw me struggling and advised me that and it worked a treat!
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Old 08-09-2011, 04:57 PM   #6
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Default Re: Removing dealer stickers.

As someone has already said razor blade, but use some windex with it to wet up the sticker (will stop you from scratching the glass).

If its on the inside then its all over.
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Old 08-09-2011, 05:19 PM   #7
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if its on inside go back to braindead dealer and ask how it can be removed... tell them youre not happy you bought a car not their crappy sticker...
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Default Re: Removing dealer stickers.

SIGH. got the one on the outside off....and theres another one underneath it on the Inside......... FML
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Old 08-09-2011, 07:16 PM   #10
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If it's on the inside under the tint then you don't have a lot of options. If you have a steady hand and can do it neatly you could try cutting around the sticker and through the tint and then apply another section of matching tint to the area (bodgy) or go back to the dealer and ask to have the window retinted (at their expense) and tell them to remove the dealer sticker first or buy yourself a " No Fat Chicks " or some other stylish sticker to cover the existing dealer sticker from the outside

I still find it amazing that some halfwit would apply tint over the top of a dealer sticker in the first place

Handy hint - don't use eucalyptus oil or any other solvent near the window tint or it's history :(
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If it's on the inside under the tint then you don't have a lot of options. If you have a steady hand and can do it neatly you could try cutting around the sticker and through the tint and then apply another section of matching tint to the area (bodgy) or go back to the dealer and ask to have the window retinted (at their expense) and tell them to remove the dealer sticker first or buy yourself a " No Fat Chicks " or some other stylish sticker to cover the existing dealer sticker from the outside

I still find it amazing that some halfwit would apply tint over the top of a dealer sticker in the first place

Handy hint - don't use eucalyptus oil or any other solvent near the window tint or it's history :(

Just shifted a sun damaged one the other day, Size 22 scalpel blade and WD 40 ( via small "soaked "paper towel ). One thing to watch for is that the flakes of the sticker can still be as sticky as all hell if they land on your duco.
I placed tissues in the boot sill area to catch any of that rubbish.

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Default Re: Removing dealer stickers.

i have seen tint put on over the top of stickers before. stupid idea.

if you have not long bought the car from the dealer whos sticker it is and they had the tint fitted i would be going back and having a big winge. try and get the back window retinted.

i wouldn`t try and cut and patch the tint, it will end up looking crap.




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Old 09-09-2011, 07:27 PM   #13
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Wet water soaked paper towel and let it sit on the sticker and soak,used to do this to help get old rego stickers off.if it doesnt work it wont damage the tint.worth a try
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Old 09-09-2011, 07:32 PM   #14
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Discrete matte black sticker over it on the outside...
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I'd say put a better sticker over the top.
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Old 09-09-2011, 07:48 PM   #16
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I'd say put a better sticker over the top.
Yep..... Totally agree.

A "Collingwood" sticker would be just right!
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Yep..... Totally agree.

A "Collingwood" sticker would be just right!
No No No not Collingwood, Essendon way better
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Old 10-09-2011, 09:52 AM   #18
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Go to tinta-a-car (or similar). Get them to remove the sticker. If they can't strip the window and re-tint it. I'd be very surprised if the dealer would give a rats.
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Old 10-09-2011, 04:18 PM   #19
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Leave it there. Just put a JDM sticker over it on the outside
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Leave it there. Just put a JDM sticker over it on the outside
Just D icks Mate..??..
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Just D icks Mate..??..
What a bad. JDM is japanese domestic model..... It's like when VTEC just kicked in
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Yep..... Totally agree.

A "Collingwood" sticker would be just right!
I did say a better sticker by the way. Not the first one you find in the bin lol
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What a bad. JDM is japanese domestic model..... It's like when VTEC just kicked in
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A "Collingwood" sticker would be just right!
A Geelong 2011 Premiers sticker would be perfect.
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.......going to say it ...... AFL is not a Sport worth recognition on my pride and joy :P
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Put a sticker over it that dis-respects the Holden brand. It wont be long before some GMH fanboi smashes the window and then insurance, new window, tint and no sticker! Bam! In seriousness, you haven't mentioned if it is under any tint or not as of yet.
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Put a sticker over it that dis-respects the Holden brand. It wont be long before some GMH fanboi smashes the window and then insurance, new window, tint and no sticker! Bam! In seriousness, you haven't mentioned if it is under any tint or not as of yet.
he said he took off the outside one then there was another on the inside
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he said he took off the outside one then there was another on the inside
From a quick read I thought he had removed one from the outside of the car itself. I simply can't understand why someone would tint a window, but leave the sticker on underneath the tint. Stupidity.
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Old 12-09-2011, 12:28 AM   #29
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i took the sticker off at the dealership, right after he handed me the keys! And i didnt stop there, i removed the licence plate frames too and replaced them with 'xr6 turbo' frames instead! Hell i didnt pay for the car so i can advertise for the dealership!
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Sticker removing can be a pain in the butt and a lot of pain for the thumb.
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