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Suggestions for stone guard adhesive removal
On my 944 I got the first layer of the left side stone guard removed. Now there is this resin I can’t seem to get off. Any suggestions? Right side is in great shape so leaving be.
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I would try 3M adhesive remover.
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 When WD 40 and mineral spirits fail I use this stuff. It works better than anything else and doesn't seem to harm finishes |
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07-26-2026, 11:05 AM
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Thank you.
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Nothing will work, looks like a total loss. I’ll take it off your hands if you pay for shipping.
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07-26-2026, 11:15 AM
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Goof Off is pretty good stuff .
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Bug and Tar remover
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 3M and a plastic scraper. |
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Lighter fluid or charcoal lighter works well too.
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I used gasoline and a plastic scraper on the front of my motorhome.
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And a bit of wax in your flavorite flavor afterward, because the paint will be bare.
A little polish never hurts ....
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I would try Goo Gone or Goof Off first.
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07-27-2026, 01:58 PM
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I've got some stone guards on the boxster that are supposed to be clear, but are mostly not now. I want to replace them with some black ones.
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https://merrittsupply.com/product/3m-general-purpose-adhesive-cleaner/
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I always go right for the lacquer thinner (and elbow grease if needed).
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07-27-2026, 06:35 PM
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Well, whatever solvent you use, I'd mask the outline of the stone guard and use lots of terry cloth rags
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07-27-2026, 08:17 PM
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I am a professional, I use a rubber “graphics eraser wheel” after the initial steam or heat gun and scrape removal of the film.
The rubber wheel chucked in a drill will slowly remove the adhesive mess and turn it into crumbs. Patience is key, if the rubber wheel gets overheated it creates more gummy mess. Have to do a section at a time. I often work side to side on the stone guards in steps. You can follow with mild adhesive remover if needed, or straight to hand or machine polishing. Just my .02. It’s not a fun job… no easy shortcuts… just labor through it. Cooper |
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