DIY Decal Removal on my Tacoma: A Step by Step Guide

BODA · 2025-07-04T20:51:51+00:00

If you’re like me and always pack two spare tires, here’s a simple way to mount that second one. The first image displays the parts I used: just an 8-inch 3/8 x 16 bolt, some washers, a lock washer, and a 3/8 threaded t-nut. Slide the t-nut into the bed rail track, rotate the tire to align two lug nut holes with the track, then slip the bolt through. It’s rock-solid and budget-friendly.

TrdMarkey

New member

Yesterday at 7:00 PM

Nerve-wracking to tackle on a truck that hasn't been up to a year , but I went for it. I stripped the decals off the rear fenders. Scraped off the decal surface using my fingernail.

Taped around the decal, applied 3M adhesive remover, and let it soak for 2 minutes, before spraying it again after.

One thing to note, is to avoid spreading the 3M over the paint while wiping it off. I used a plastic razor to scrape off some of the adhesive and paper residue. Then, I sprayed 3M onto a rag to wipe away the leftover adhesive.

Sure, there were some light scratches on the clear coat, but Maguires compound worked them out with a bit of effort.

EDIT: Don’t skip applying a couple of wax coats after cleaning the surface.

Thrilled with how it turned out.

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