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    The decals on the side covers and the little 1100's on the air box were stuck on with an adhesive of some sort. Anybody know what to use?
    mack
    79 XS 1100 SF Special
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    78 XS 11E
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  • #2
    Two-sided tape; and not just any tape, but there's special 'trim tape' available for this. You might be able to find it at an auto-parts store, but generally you need to go to an auto-body supply house for it. Also be aware it comes in different thicknesses. Too thin can be doubled up, too thick leaves a gap around the trim. The 3M stuff is best, some of the off-brand isn't so hot.... DAMHIK...

    Also make sure you have the trim properly located before pressing on it; this stuff sticks reaally well, and getting it off is a PITA.... again, DAMHIKIJK...
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    • #3
      Steve is right on with the info. I might add to clean the surface well, and not with windex, or anything that leaves a film. Alcohol. (don't waste the Jim Beam though)
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      • #4
        Trimming

        Going to be a bitch to trim the tape. I have a friend who's wife works in the hospital ER. I'll see if she can score me a scapel.
        mack
        79 XS 1100 SF Special
        HERMES
        original owner
        http://i946.photobucket.com/albums/a...ps6932d5df.jpg

        81 XS 1100 LH MNS
        SPICA
        http://i946.photobucket.com/albums/ad305/mack-055/2.jpg

        78 XS 11E
        IOTA
        https://youtu.be/wB5Jfbp6SUc
        https://youtu.be/RaI3WYHSuWA



        Have recovery trailer and shop if you breakdown in my area.
        Frankford, Ont, Canada
        613-398-6186

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        • #5
          Just another idea, I have never used it tho....

          http://www.amazon.com/3M-08061-Plast.../dp/B0002MID28
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