Desperately need help!

[ronkirkland]

I was replacing my sunroof seals, when I discovered that a hack mechanic used 3M Fast Tack Trim Adhesive, (08031) on my sunroof seal. The product which looks and feels like super glue, wicked into the seal, and oozed onto the top of the car by a millimeter or two in some places. Does anyone have a suggestion for a solvent that will dissolve that hardened cement? I need something that will absolutely work. The MSDS lists hexane as a solvent so I have ordered some. So far I've tried goof off, goof off CA debonder, acetone, and 25% nitromethane with no luck.


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[wayne robson]

If you mean contact adhesive thats cleaned with normal
turpentine,but not sure if thats what the 3M glue your talking about
good luck.

[Robert Adams]

Contact the glue manufacturer?

[unclebilly]

Call 3M. They have awesome technical support.

[steely]

3M actually makes what they refer to as General Purpose Adhesive cleaner or remover.
This is referenced on their adhesive directions, but I'm not sure if it will work on adhesive that has fully cured.

[ronkirkland]

I did check with 3M. They didn't even know that the MSDS mentioned hexane as the solvent. They suggested scraping and their general purpose adhesive cleaner, and possibly heat. My hexane arrives today so that is next on the list. Thanks for all the suggestions.


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[jimbeaux911]

if the glue has crosslinked, it is no longer soluble in anything. I would try using a claybar on the spot or even sand it off carefully then buff the finish back to life afterwards. solvent will likely make a mess of your surrounding finish. would you pour gasoline on your hood?

[ronkirkland]

I'm not sure what crosslinking , is but that stuff is seriously cured. I do believe it will have to be wet sanded off at this point. I can not believe someone used that stuff on that part of a car. Every time I think about it my blood pressure goes up! I sure do appreciate all the input.


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[scooterp7]

Check out Bob Smith 161 uncure. It available on Amazon inexpensively. At the least give the company a call. Good Luck.

Scott

[HarryD]

Try 3M adhesive remover. Amazing stuff.

[ronkirkland]

Well, an update. No solvent worked. I tried every suggestion. Now it is at Queen City Auto Rebuild where they will try to wet sand and repair as necessary.

As an aside, I spoke to the shop that did the damage, Farmer's Automotive in Indiana. His response was ""That's what I Always use". I'll be shocked if his negligence costs me a penny under a grand. Be warned.


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