Decorating Tab 400 and removing decals

awandler
awandler Member Posts: 20
in Modifications & Upgrades
Hello!  I just bought a used 2018 Tab 400 and I would really like to add some color or cool decals to the outside.  Has anyone done anything similar or has anyone removed the black stripes?  Thanks, I'm so excited!!

Cheers,
Annette
2018 TaB400, F150 (for now), Austin, Texas

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  • ecyfoto
    ecyfoto Member Posts: 83
    Typically a hair dryer will warm decals up enough to remove them but my experience has only been on metal. I'd contact the factory directly for advice or the vendor you'll choose to create your new designs.
    2019 T@B 400 Silver/Black
    2018 Chevy Colorado Z71 Duramax oil burner
    Tampa, Florida
  • N7SHG_Ham
    N7SHG_Ham Member Posts: 1,261
    Very carefully!! I have a company owned Wells Cargo and had a professional sign shop change the logos on the side, if I would of wanted the paint all scratched I could of done it myself! Was very disappointed and will not be using them again. I ordered my 400 with no decals for the reason I won't have an issue removing later if the need arises.
    2019 T@B 400 Boondock Lite
  • Michael49
    Michael49 Member Posts: 140
    Old thread, but has anyone here attempted this? Thinking about removing some of our 400 decals.
    Former T@B 400 owner, now thinking about a 320. 2019 Honda Ridgeline.
  • Tabfortwo
    Tabfortwo Member Posts: 157
    We've removed most of them. Park in sun or a blow dryer then go gone to remove the left over glue.
  • Lesley_and_Ian
    Lesley_and_Ian Member Posts: 67
    edited May 2020
    We didn't remove any decals but we added a bunch as we also wanted more color.  I'll try to add a pic. The files may be too Got the decals from deansigns4u on Etsy.  She was great to work with and the daisies were very reasonably priced.


  • GatorEgg
    GatorEgg Member Posts: 482
    I removed some of the decals and lettering for our Boondock just by picking an edge and pulling off.  Depending on long they have been on you may have shadowing left from them.
    2022 TAB 400 Boondock, 2019 Toyota Tacoma Sport 4x4
    2018 TAB 320 Boondock (previous)
    Odessa, Fl.  

  • Tabfortwo
    Tabfortwo Member Posts: 157
    Love it we like to personalize our trailers.
  • jimcenname
    jimcenname Member Posts: 346
    Yours looks so much prettier with the designs you picked. Did you have any trouble removing the decal around the round window? I think there is caulk around that window
    2019 T@B400
    TV: 2017 Nissan Frontier SV 4X4
    Southern California
    Full-timer since 2019
  • awandler
    awandler Member Posts: 20
    Yes, some of the caulking came off so I had to replace it.
    2018 TaB400, F150 (for now), Austin, Texas
  • mjpalmer
    mjpalmer Member Posts: 20
    That is so cute!!  Where did you purchase the graphics and quote for the front?
  • awandler
    awandler Member Posts: 20
    Here is where I ordered the mandalas:

    http://www.thesimplestencil.com/customize_your_vinyl_wall_design/1080/mandala_wall_decal_2.html

    And this is where I bought the quote:

    https://www.etsy.com/listing/565738751/find-joy-in-the-journey-quote-vinyl-wall?ref=yr_purchases


    2018 TaB400, F150 (for now), Austin, Texas
  • mjpalmer
    mjpalmer Member Posts: 20
    Thank you so much!!  You did a great job on your T@B.  I just love it!!  Now I can add a little interest to ours too.  Thanks again :)
  • Blueespy
    Blueespy Member Posts: 276
    edited October 2020
    We are from Florida and my wife loves Flamingos.  A friend who has a wrap company did this partial wrap for us.

    EDITED FOR PHOTO SIZE.


    Haven 220

    2026 Ford F150 Tremor 5.0

    Niceville, Florida

  • awandler
    awandler Member Posts: 20
    How cute! Is a wrap just like a decal that’s removable? What is the company’s name?
    2018 TaB400, F150 (for now), Austin, Texas
  • Blueespy
    Blueespy Member Posts: 276
    It is a wrap, so in theory it is removable.  The company was 10-4 and they are located in Destin Florida

    Haven 220

    2026 Ford F150 Tremor 5.0

    Niceville, Florida

  • WayneW
    WayneW Member Posts: 256
    Reviving an older thread, but a handheld garment steamer works great for removing decals. It also works great for removing window tinting. Just steam for a bit, get a corner started and peel away as you continue to steam. There’s typically no or very little glue left if you’re careful. And no need for a putty knife, razor blades, scrapers or high heat. I just removed several from our 320s.

    You can pick one up for $20 or so. No endorsement of this one, but here’s a link to something like I use. 
    2021 320S BD
    2017 F-150
    Coeur d'Alene, Idaho

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