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Seal adhesive removal
I thought I'd post this for anyone who is searching for an efficient way to completely remove old rubber door, hood, headliner, etc…adhesive without damaging the paint underneath; there ISN'T!
Scrapping, goo gone, scrapping, goo gone, and on and on and on……. I am preparing to replace the headliner, windshield seals and door seals from having some welding work done on the parcel shelf. In removing the windshield glass (front and back) I discovered a few little areas of corrosion on the lip the secures the rubber trim for the windshields (new patches will be welded in), but I also wanted to make sure it was clean and free of old adhesive as the headliner wraps over parts of that lip….HOLY COW, what a PITA!!! Hours of tedious time consuming work! Now I know why people choose to remove everything from their car and have it media blasted :D I still have to repaint/touch up some areas because it's damn near impossible to remove it all without scratching at least a few areas. Just thought I'd pass this along to the next person who searches "adhesive removal". ;) |
Try Kerosene.
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I have always used thinners on tough stuff. Or Pre-Paint solution on stubborn marks, sticky residue etc.
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Mind you 22 line original paint is two parts paint and one part hardener with a touch of reducer. It cures hard as nails. You can wash the car with lacquer thinner. Maybe.:D Start with bug and tar removal or the pre-clean. Stay away from acetone. I have gotten into trouble with that. It does not flash like thinner and softens paint. |
3M Adhesive Remover?
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yup!!! |
Thanks!
Ill swing by auto zone tomorrow and grab a can of 3M. I'll report back with results. |
I have used Adhesive remover with a bamboo chopstick carved into a chisel so it doesnt scratch the paint, when it gets dull or you need to get into a tight spot pull out the pocket knife and whittle it.
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Rapid Remover. Adhesive signage people use it to remove signage adhesive. (Also good for degreasing engines.)
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Peanut butter. Really, not kidding
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Well, no 3m on the shelf at Pep Boys, Autozone or Advanced Auto (it must be good if you can't buy it :D )
Reading the reviews and questions on Amazon it doesn't seem like it will be THAT much different than the other adhesive removers so I made an executive decision and order some Rapid Remover. I'll let ya know. |
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