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for boat decal and boat logo replacement.

The graphic consists of three separate pieces. Transfer tape - Vinyl - Paper Backing

You will need masking tape, spray bottle, Joy or dish washing liquid, plastic squeegee.

Pick a warm (50-80 degree) day and try to place your boat in a location where it is out
of the wind and direct sunlight and not in an dusty/sandy area... Take Your Time...DO NOT RUSH !

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

1. NOTE: All Surfaces must be cleaned thoroughly of dirt and old adhesive using Goo-Gone, 3M Adhesive Remover or Acetone. (Lacquer Thinner is not recommended for clearcoat gelcoat or painted boats). The area must then be re-cleaned with soapy water and allowed to dry to remove any solvent residue which could affect the adhesion of the new decals.

2. Use the masking tape to underline where you want to place the decal. (Or use the ghosted image that remains in the fiberglass/aluminum from where your old graphics were

3. With your spray bottle, mix a solution of 4-5 drops of Joy, Ivory, etc. in one pint of water. Peel the decal with the transfer/masking tape up off of the paper backing. Now, carefully spray a mist of water on the area you want to place the decal and on the sticky side of the decal.

4. While the area is still very wet, place the decal in selected position. The soapy water allows you to slide decal into place. Now using fingers or plastic squeegee firmly (The water has no bearing on the adhesion, it is only for positioning the decal and removing the air bubbles.)

5. Use the squeegee to squeeze the water out from under the Decal. Squeegee in all directions, starting in middle and working your way towards edges (always go in one direction at a time - never use a back and forth brush stroke) and repeat several times. This process removes air and water from under the decal.

6. Let the decal dry completely. The amount of time needed to dry depends on the temperature and the humidity. Estimated time: 80 degrees - 15 minutes, 70 degrees - 1 hour, 50 degrees - 2 to 3 hours.
                                 (Make sure the area is shaded and not in direct sunlight during the drying period..)

7. Slowly peel back white (or clear) translucent application tape, the decal will adhere to the boat. If the decal doesn't adhere to the boat you didn't wait long enough for the water to dry behind the Decal, repeat step 6 and allow to dry.

8. Now check for any bubbles, if you find any place a small piece of application tape over that area, squeegee to closest edge. If you still have a large bubble you can pop it with a pin. Small bubbles will eventually disappear from the sun.

NOTE: On a windy day be careful when you peel the decal off the paper. The decal is very sticky, don't let it crease, or fold over on itself. Do not attempt installation in direct sunlight or on a hot hull. If you need to remove old painted letters, use Easy-Off oven cleaner. Please test in an inconspicuous area before using.  Please wear gloves and eye protection.

   CAUTION: Do not let the exposed graphic touch the intended surface. The back of the graphic is VERY
   tacky and will tightly adhere to the surface. If the placement is not correct, removing the graphic for
   replacement will be very difficult or impossible without causing damage the vinyl.

Please feel free to email us or call 508-335-5554 if you have any questions.