Decal clean and preserve

[David Jenkins]

I just picked up a 1939 Johnson in pretty good shape.  I would just like to clean it up a bit for display.  The decal is in surprisingly good shape and I don’t want to damage it in cleaning.

What do folks do to clean, and preserve these older decals?

Thanks!

[Tubs]

Those who appreciate survivor motors frown
on doing anything that would undo what took
years to achieve. However it is your motor. If
I was to do anything to it, it would be to use a
light oil or a silicone spray like WD-40 to bring
it back some as well a providing some protection.
As long as its not flaking off anywhere wiping
some oil on it shouldn’t bother it any.
Tubs

A "Boathouse Repair" is one thats done without having tools or the skills to do it properly.

[David Jenkins]

Tubs, thank you.  Just a light cleaning to get the 1/4 inch of dust off.

Thanks again,

Dave

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