Adding State Registration Numbers To Inflatable Boats. Merit 25 sold...Islander 36 still afloat? This short video describes how to easily remove the old registration numbers from your boat, which was necessary for me after moving to a different state. © 2019 eWake, Inc. You dont have to apply the individual letters one at a time; you can apply the letters one line at a time or all at once. Easy off oven cleaner. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Format the Registration Numbers for Your Boat . Tags: None. Occasionally numbers have been put on upside ⦠Unfortunately, there is pinstriping under the numbers and it took that off too. What can I use to safely remove the numbers without harming the gelcoat? You can mak⦠It doesn't harm fiberglass. Brush a thin layer of PVC adhesive to the boat area and back of the plate. They make what's called an eraser wheel that you attach to a drill or DA that will remove decals from painted surfaces. When a first time inflatable boat owner goes to register his boat with the state of their residence they will often experience some trepidation on selecting the proper system. any advice for removing these? I guess I will just try to put the new numbers on over the old. Commander Join Date: Mar 2008; Posts: 2097 #2. Solvents such as Acetone are too strong for delicate plastics and gel coat paints. also, need to remove the old registration numbers and apply new OH numbers. These are not printed and have no white background. Without current registration: Anytime before using the boat (there is no grace period). Advertise | Contact | Terms of Use | Privacy Policy | Report Abuse | Conduct | About Us. To register your boat, take the following items to your nearest count⦠Of course, even if you get all the letters off with the razor blade there will be a sticky residue. Another method for removing and old boat name if its painted on with enamel from is to spray Easy-Off oven cleaner on the lettering. Registration and Titling Fees and Watercraft Sales and Use Tax. Removing decals and numbers on aluminum boat Removing decals and numbers on aluminum boat. All boats are required to clearly show their registration number on the forward half of the hull in letters that are at least 3 inches high. The most common type of vinyl boat lettering application is to simply peel and paste. The registration agent will undoubtedly send the nonplussed boater in the wrong ⦠If you are looking for a cheap solution to remove boat registration stickers, numbers and decals then stick with the Mineral Turpentine also known as Mineral Spirits. Remove the remaining substance. Save Share Thatâs where lacquer thinner comes in. There are three popular ways to remove decals and stickers from a boat: an eraser wheel, heat gun and a scraper, or use a hot water pressure washer. My registration letters/numbers are painted on my boat. Once registered, you will get registration numbers allocated to your boat. I wet sanded....but I like the easy off idea. Boats, Accessories & Tow Vehicles - Removing painted on registration numbers - I have so Easy off so I will give that a try first. Depending on the amount of use they may need to be repainted yearly. Most people must pay a registration fee, a titling fee, and watercraft sales and use tax when they acquire ⦠The registration decals may be useful if the watercraft is operated in other states that require a registration decal or other proof that sales tax was paid. Its in that 80s pinstriping style and would have looked bitchin on my aunts 280xz turbo back in the day. who knows...Im still in Columbus, and back...I think...jajajaja!!!! Will have to check out oven cleaner next and see what works better. The registration number must be displayed, painted on or attached to each side of the bow of the boat so that the number is legible and clearly visible. (This includes sail numbers if the registration is not known). The vinyl boat letters are produced as individually cut letters that are pre spaced on a wax liner. This applies to the display on both sides. Spray, give it a few seconds to a couple of minutes, then wipe off paint, rinse thoroughly, rinse again. The eraser wheel will not remove the adhesive, though. The boat is white fiberglass. Federal numbers are displayed anywhere on the boat's exterior that is visible from the water. Bought a bass boat and its got out of state hull numbers painted on ,How do i remove them with out hurting my gel coat?Thanks John Search " " across the entire site Search " " in this forum Search " " in this discussion Let dry for 10 minutes, and then apply a second thin coat to each area; let this dry for three to four minutes. Soak a rag with lacquer thinner and rub the adhesive until it starts to dissolve. Run the wheel along the vinyl, gauging the pressure you need to use by what youâve just removed, and you should have no trouble. Our Boat Registration stickers numbers lettering are custom made for you on 1 sheet with the letters and numbers automatically aligned and ready to fit and install on your boat. I just strech the point a bit a bit and place the sticker ⦠I have taken many painted numbers off and have used acetone or lacquer thinner on a rag. Do not let it get on other painted surfaces or varnish. Decal must be displayed on the starboard bow (see diagram above) of the vessel for which it was issued to. Technique 1 Scraping: Spray the decal with your mixture of soapy water. New boat within 72 hours of the purchase date. The main problem is attaching the registration sticker behind the portside numbers as required by the regulations. The boat is white fiberglass. Mask off any painted or varnished surfaces; also mask the âdripâ areas. Remove old validation decal. State registration numbers are commonly displayed on both sides of the bow (front) with 4-inch painted numbers or stickers. Come join the discussion about sailing, modifications, classifieds, troubleshooting, repairs, reviews, maintenance, and more! 2. Hold the scraper as close to flat against the boat surface as possible and start slicing across the butt edge of the decal where it meets the boat. Do not let it get on other painted surfaces or varnish. Every professional boat name painter I've ever met uses Easy Off to remove painted on names from gelcoat. Didn't harm my gel and took the numbers right off. They should have two letters as the prefix, a series of four numbers, then two letters as the suffix with spaces or hyphens dividing each series, for example: OH-1234-AA. I tried to take off some old numbers with a heat gun from a boat I just bought. Before the paint starts to drip, scrape the letter with a razor ⦠You don't use paint on the stencils; outline with a Sharpie, remove the stencil, and then fill the outline. A Akershus AA Aust - Agder BD Buskerud F Finnmark H Hordaland M Mor og Romsdal N Nordland NT Nord-Trondelag O Oslo Ø Ostfold R Rogaland SF Sogn og Fjordane ST Sor-Trondelag T Troms TK Telemark V Vestfold VA Vest - Agder. Lasts several years (3?). They must be legible. I do not know what type of paint it is but it appears to have been on there for a couple decades. If the licence number exceeds 10 characters, enter the first 10. Every professional boat name painter I've ever met uses Easy Off to remove painted on names from gelcoat. Polish Fishing Boat Registration Letters Spray, give it a few seconds to a couple of minutes, then wipe off paint, rinse thoroughly, rinse again. Try a little Citrustrip. Works very quick and easy. I have some faded registration numbers painted on my boat and want to remove them. My registration letters/numbers are painted on my boat. Certiï¬cate of Motor Boat Registration. Boat registration numbers numbers should be in plain, block style lettering of contrasting color to the background so they are simple to read. 2. It costs £35 for 5 years. While some states only require that the boat numbers be shown on the port side, it is a good idea to take the time to apply them to both in case you travel. It is a fiberglass boat with a gelcoat finish. Used boat: 1. With current AL registration: Within 15 days of acquiring it. Registration Number: Enter your vessel's registration number. You will have to wet sand and buff the gelcoat that was underneath the paint to ⦠The size of the registration numbers depends on the type of boat: Boats capable of planingâat least 150mm high on ⦠Thanks! The vinyl boat lettering is very thin and has an aggressive adhesive that will stick to any smooth non porous surface such as win⦠They can be painted on, but purchasing vinyl letters from a marine supply store will provide a cleaner, neater look unless you're an expert artist. Check that the registration number of your boat and the Certiï¬cate of Motor Boat Registration match. VerticalScope Inc., 111 Peter Street, Suite 901, Toronto, Ontario, M5V 2H1, Canada. As topic states, I bought a boat with handpainted registration numbers on the hull. How do I remove the old numbers to prepare for new ones ? Imagine trying to slice roast beef so think you can see through it. The Coast Guard requires that the letters be plain, block, and at least three inches high. If the registration number exceeds 7 characters, enter the first 7. A common fault is that some numbers are displayed in a reverse format on one side of the vessel. Spike Africa aboard the schooner. After purchasing a vessel, you must register a: 1. May 11th, 2008, 05:22 PM. It's easier, though more time-consuming, if you install just one plate at ⦠I've used it a few times and it does a great job. To be eligible: 1. your boat must be less than 24 metres long 2. you must be a private individual (not a company) 3. you must live in the UK for at least 185 days of the year 4. your boat must have a name For more information, read the full guidance notes. Locate the registration or documentation number on the exterior of the boat. :2 boat: A forum community dedicated to Sailing enthusiasts. Register your boat on the Part III (Small Ships Register)if you want to prove the boatâs nationality when sailing outside UK waters. You must display registration numbers so they can be read from 30m away and in a contrasting colour to the hull of the boat. If it doesn't work I will give citrustrip a try. "Any idiot can make a boat go; it takes a sailor to stop one." JavaScript is disabled. This is an easy ⦠So the first professional tip for removing painted-on names was sourced from, oddly enough, word of mouth among do-it-yourselfers. Yes he painted them rather than use vinyl. How do I remove the old numbers to prepare for new ones ? Painting the numbers adds a small degree of security against theft. The decals contain the boat's registration number and expiration date and must be affixed either: To the bow of each side of the boat, within three inches to the right of the boat⦠If you need to remove the shadow effect for whatever reason your letters will be smaller than ⦠thanks for any advice. Subsequent paintings you just trace the old numbers. (registration card), and the letter groups must be separated from the numerals by hyphens or by equivalent spaces, as in the following example: Affixing Vessel Decal: 1. The oven cleaner will bubble the paint in a few minutes. There are other methods you can use, but these three have proven effective over and over again. WizeOne. But again if ⦠I see lots of boats from California with the two tone painted numbers. I've used it a few times and it does a great job. The licence number is affixed, painted or engraved on the bow of the boat. By Gumboot, August 21, 2019 in Tips & Tricks, Boat Help and Product Review. Donât forget the hair dryer it will make your life so much easier. Norwegian Fishing Boat Registration Letters. Re: Removing painted letters from fiberglass. With a steady hand, about 15 minutes per side. these are stickers, not painted on. 2.