Glue removal

[FRS]

Just removed some stickers from my bike, and there is a lot of glue left on the paint/painted plastic fairings.

Any idea as to how to remove the glue safely without damaging the paint?

Thanks

[karburn]

Re: Glue removal

I would use some 3M adhesive remover, then go through the wash / clay / protect process. I've used it on the single-stage paint on my old Benz without any bad effects. I would dampen a good microfiber cloth or pad with the 3M product, then work slowly and gently on the sticker residue until it's removed.

[Murr1525]

Re: Glue removal

Goo-Gone, WD-40, Dawn, APC...

[cnfowler]

Re: Glue removal

Meguiar's Body Solvent is great for this, too.

Colin

[Raykreations]

Re: Glue removal

Mineral spirits is definitely worth a try. Dab a small amount on a rag and rub gently...follow up with wax.

[Bill Davidson]

Re: Glue removal

Goo-Gone, WD-40

These are the two products I use.


Goo-Gone actually markets a bottle for auto decals etc. I'm not sure if it's any different than the original formula, but it did cost more.

[FRS]

Re: Glue removal

Thanks all.

WD-40 is an option for sure.


I need to look for 3M adhesive remover if it's available in Australia.

Goo-Gone, WD-40, Dawn, APC...

What ratio of APC'water would be safe for painted surfaces w/clear coat?

[J. A. Michaels]

Re: Glue removal

Goo-Gone, WD-40, Dawn, APC...

My choices also. Never has failed.....yet.

[Murr1525]

Re: Glue removal

APC at 10:1 or 4:1 would be safe, I would not want to let them sit.

Something like the Goo Gone, Bug and Tar, etc may be better if you needed something to sit for a while.

[FRS]

Re: Glue removal

So I can use Megs Bug & Tar Remover as well?? (Just bought it yesterday).

[Murr1525]

Re: Glue removal

It is safe to try....

Depending what there is, clay and a paint cleaner could do it.

This is the type of situation where you may just need to try a few things.