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LI Detailers · 01-06-2013, 09:23 AM

Second what Greg^^ said. Tarminator will remove just about any pita glue or adhesive.

tdoggy57 · 01-06-2013, 10:06 AM

My detailer just told me he that he cant find the 3M adhesive remover, duplicolor, or tarminator stuff over the shelf anywhere. This is a lot more trouble than i was hoping for.

cnk · 01-06-2013, 10:45 AM

Last I checked, I saw the 3M at Pep Boys in the paint section.

chadstyle · 01-06-2013, 10:54 AM

Interior supply shops stock a Citrus based adhesive remover for removing contact cement and other stubborn glues. It won't hurt the clear coat on your car either. Spray on a clean microfiber and work small sections at a time. Any place that sells vinyls, leathers, suede, foam, glue, etc for interior work on cars will stock the spray. It's safe for use on alcantara and other interior materials as well so hang onto it for next time you get something nasty stuck on a seat.

tdoggy57 · 01-06-2013, 04:54 PM

Thanks for all the help and suggestions guys. There was no 3M stuff to be found around here, and I didnt want to wait 3 days for them to hazmat ship it.

Me and my friend went to the shop he works at and got some Dupont bug and tar remover and some plastic scrapers. We were able to remove most of the adhesive with this, but there was still a bottom layer remaining that wouldnt scrape off. Name: ImageUploadedByTapatalk1357509158.061190.jpg
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We ended up getting some Five Guys to eat, came back, and finished off the job with a lot of scrubbing with microfiber cloths. It took a while, but it worked! Name: ImageUploadedByTapatalk1357509229.805514.jpg
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Opticoating has been rescheduled to next Sunday, thanks for all your help.

Greg Nichols · 01-06-2013, 06:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by WiKKiD

Should have left it on. Once opticoat is applied it will be near impossible to reapply a clear bra as it will not adhere easily.

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I disagree with this statement, never had a problem. The chemist for Opti Coatings has never stated there would be a remote problem of sorts.

Cheers,
Greg

Greg Nichols · 01-06-2013, 06:05 PM

It is likely that the way the clear bra was taken of is the reason for the adhesive to be remained on the paint. You need to pull up and towards you for the best results, if you pull it back on its self you can have this same problem.

Cheers,
GREG

WiKKiD · 01-06-2013, 06:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Greg Nichols

I disagree with this statement, never had a problem. The chemist for Opti Coatings has never stated there would be a remote problem of sorts.

Cheers,
Greg

Yes we be leave I was misinformed.

01-06-2013, 10:06 AM	#16
tdoggy57 Senior Member Join Date: May 2012 Drives: Asphalt Scion FR-S Location: Delaware Posts: 447 Thanks: 134 Thanked 127 Times in 80 Posts Mentioned: 3 Post(s)	My detailer just told me he that he cant find the 3M adhesive remover, duplicolor, or tarminator stuff over the shelf anywhere. This is a lot more trouble than i was hoping for. __________________ 2013 Asphalt Scion FR-S Journal: http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showthread.php?t=8778

01-06-2013, 10:54 AM	#18
chadstyle Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Drives: 2013 Subaru BR-Z Limited Location: Fort Lauderdale, Florida Posts: 883 Thanks: 407 Thanked 562 Times in 294 Posts Mentioned: 42 Post(s)	Interior supply shops stock a Citrus based adhesive remover for removing contact cement and other stubborn glues. It won't hurt the clear coat on your car either. Spray on a clean microfiber and work small sections at a time. Any place that sells vinyls, leathers, suede, foam, glue, etc for interior work on cars will stock the spray. It's safe for use on alcantara and other interior materials as well so hang onto it for next time you get something nasty stuck on a seat. __________________ ChadStyle's Build

01-06-2013, 04:54 PM	#19
tdoggy57 Senior Member Join Date: May 2012 Drives: Asphalt Scion FR-S Location: Delaware Posts: 447 Thanks: 134 Thanked 127 Times in 80 Posts Mentioned: 3 Post(s)	Thanks for all the help and suggestions guys. There was no 3M stuff to be found around here, and I didnt want to wait 3 days for them to hazmat ship it. Me and my friend went to the shop he works at and got some Dupont bug and tar remover and some plastic scrapers. We were able to remove most of the adhesive with this, but there was still a bottom layer remaining that wouldnt scrape off. We ended up getting some Five Guys to eat, came back, and finished off the job with a lot of scrubbing with microfiber cloths. It took a while, but it worked! Opticoating has been rescheduled to next Sunday, thanks for all your help. __________________ 2013 Asphalt Scion FR-S Journal: http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showthread.php?t=8778

01-06-2013, 06:05 PM	#21
Greg Nichols Paint Correction Guru Join Date: Dec 2012 Drives: F150 Platinum Location: Utah Posts: 124 Thanks: 23 Thanked 53 Times in 37 Posts Mentioned: 0 Post(s)	It is likely that the way the clear bra was taken of is the reason for the adhesive to be remained on the paint. You need to pull up and towards you for the best results, if you pull it back on its self you can have this same problem. Cheers, GREG __________________ Reflections Detailing of Utah "Detailing for the discerning owner" Meguiars/Ford detailing team SEMA 2010 and 2011 Ask a pro blog writer for detailed image duPont Registry approved detailer

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