Preserving old decals

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  • April 18, 2015 at 10:11 am #1245
    stanley
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      US Member - 2 Years

      What should I put on old decals to preserve them.I use my motors,but don’t want to lose the original decals.

      April 18, 2015 at 11:52 am #14206
      thepetrolist
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        One simple procedure is to spray them with some kind of good quality automotive grade clear coat. That preserves the decal as-is and protects it really good.

        April 18, 2015 at 12:02 pm #14208
        shoestringmariner
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          Be careful what you use for clear as some will yellow. (lacquer does I think. maybe someone can clarify that)

          April 18, 2015 at 1:46 pm #14215
          The Boat House
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            April 19, 2015 at 12:04 am #14234
            mr-asa
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              As usual, Tubs has many good points.

              There are things out there that can clean old decals appropriately, I am not sure how the old decals were constructed, so I’m not sure what those things are, but if you get me that info I can check it out. I would recommend (if you have one) using a decal that is pretty much gone from a restoration/preservation standpoint as a test bed to find out what will damage the decals before you start trying to preserve them.

              April 19, 2015 at 5:50 pm #14287
              jeff-register
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                US Member - 2 Years

                Compatability & bonding are the keys here. I have bought original decals that fail from age, wish you luck & let us know your results.

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