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Removing decals from bars

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Looking at some Renthal Farbars but not keep on the bold white decals. Is it possible to remove them?


 
Posted : 30/04/2023 9:48 pm
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I'm sure the last time this came up someone said acetate. It's definitely been discussed though.


 
Posted : 30/04/2023 10:26 pm
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Acetone, not acetate. 😉

Nail varnish remover.


 
Posted : 30/04/2023 10:27 pm
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Sharpie


 
Posted : 30/04/2023 10:31 pm
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Will acetone not damage the finish on the bars?


 
Posted : 30/04/2023 11:41 pm
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It shouldn't but you could test it where one of the grips will  cover it anyway.


 
Posted : 30/04/2023 11:43 pm
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Sometimes the decals are under laquer. Fine fine sandpaper and quick spray of lacquer and polish 🙂


 
Posted : 01/05/2023 6:47 am
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Are they actually decals?  I had some that were printed logos or laser etched something that could not be removed


 
Posted : 01/05/2023 7:22 am
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I don't know if they're under lacquer or not. If it's a bit risky I'll just look for some bars the same shape in black.


 
Posted : 01/05/2023 10:21 am
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Will acetone not damage the finish on the bars?

Pretty sure that's a no.

Acetone, not acetate. 😉

That's the one! Close enough that someone with something between their ears understood...

Anyway, I found the topic I was thinking of:

https://singletrackmag.com/forum/topic/anyone-removed-the-daft-etched-in-logos-from-cheap-chinese-anodised-parts/


 
Posted : 01/05/2023 12:53 pm

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