Removing decals and paint, be careful
( Youngsters, should not try this without adults doing it for you!! :))
Just wanted to warn y'all about the new color on the brat.
It is probably the nicest color ever in my book, but it sure is easy to remove, just using acetone.
I just wanted to remove all the ( to me, useless) tampo's and just leave the BRAT and Subaru tampos, to make it look more stock.
Bummer. At least I bought a bunch.
http://i1383.photobucket.com/albums/ah305/CrzyTrkrDude/IMG_20151110_170440_zpsvq8bfksv.jpg
Discussion
Tampos are the deco "stamped" onto the cars after they are painted, correct.
Some are easier to remove than others. ( the premium lines often use a paint only a stick of dynamite can get off)
There are different ways to remove them, but the most common would be useing acetone. Or using fingernail polish remover. ( this is weaker, and requires more work, but there is less risk of damage to the paint.)
Use the proper protective equipment as stated on the package of the product you choose.
AND ALWAYS IN A WELL VENTILATED AREA AWAY FROM OPEN FLAMES!!
It WILL dissolve plastics most every time, so pick up a small unbreakable glass or metal bowl at goodwill and designate it as your acetone bowl.
Pouring only a very small amount at a time ( couple of teaspoons) into the well stabilized bowl ( wrap a rag towl around it, but be sure the bowl is actually on the bench or table) as it evaporates very quickly and has the potential to damage anything it comes into contact with should it spill,
you can use a q-tip dipped in the solution, and gently touch the area you wish to remove.
Allow it to soak a few seconds, and rub gently. Very gently at first.
Experience will help determine what works best for you.
Do a good water rinse on the metal parts after you are done.
DO NOT USE ON PLASTICS!!! UNLESS YOUR INTENTION IS TO SOFTEN IT, OR DESTROY IT!!
Softening or removing the chrome finish on some parts is possible, but I have yet to find a way to "rub" the chrome off, without leaving the ABS plastic damaged beyond use.
Softening the plastic is an untested theory I have in which an interior, frame, or body might be easily cut, or worked into a more suitable situation.
( example, I want to twist a vehicle to appear to be pulling the left front tire off the ground like a "Farm Truck" for example) still an idea I have.
GOOD LUCK, BE CAREFUL!! AND ALWAYS KEEP THE ACETONE AWAY FROM YOUR POWER TOOLS!!!
I just saw this in the trending list,
http://www.redlinederby.com/topic/how-to-remove-chrome-products-and-video/1633
I remember reading this a year ago. Forgot about it.
VERY HELPFUL STUFF!
http://www.brewcitycustoms.com/how-to-remove-tampos-from-plastic-hot-wheels/
Just stumbled on this page.
I don't have time to check the posted links so if I'm suggesting the same thing my apology.
I use Easy Off spray over cleaner on plastic. Just spray the chrome in a well ventilated area and let it sit, usually overnight. Should be able to just rinse it off after. It won't damage the plastic like acetone or nail polish remover.
I'm fairly new to this hobby. Are "tampos" the decals on the car? Are you saying that typically there is a way to remove some or all of the decals? Any advice on what normally works?