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[Closed] Removing copter tape from a frame

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Any tips on best way to remove copter tape from a carbon frame ? Large sections were put on by previous owner and is now looking a bit tatty and in need of replacing.


 
Posted : 09/12/2013 8:28 pm
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Which frame is it? If it's an On One, don't... The finish is too weak, there's a good chance it'll come off in clumps with the tape. (the bikes are officially incompatible with helicopter tape!)

If it's a higher quality frame, then hairdryer helps massively- speeds it coming off but also leaves less manky glue.


 
Posted : 09/12/2013 8:30 pm
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Argh-sounds a right pain in the arse. It's not an on-one but a lapierre.Might just keep it on if it is a messy and potentially damaging process!


 
Posted : 09/12/2013 9:20 pm
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As NW says, get the Alex ferguson into it, you'll be fine!.


 
Posted : 09/12/2013 9:22 pm
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Hair dryer and peel back along the frame instead of up.


 
Posted : 09/12/2013 9:27 pm
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I just pulled all minis off my lapierre then used nail varnish remover on sticky stuff. Then polished it up after. No problem with paint coming off


 
Posted : 09/12/2013 10:07 pm