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Topic: Removing Gummy Residue |
steve takacs
From:
beijing, china via pittsburgh (deceased)
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Posted 28 Jun 2003 2:29 pm |
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| I had many great suggestions from members for removing a decal from a steel and now have another question. How does one get rid of the gummy residue that is left when something like a bumper sticker has been taken off lacquered wood? I've tried applying something that usually works, peanut butter (REALLY), but the surface did not clean up much. Thanks in advance. steve |
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Smiley Roberts
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Hendersonville,Tn. 37075
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Posted 28 Jun 2003 3:12 pm
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You might try some lighter fluid or nail polish remover but,BE VERY CAREFUL w/ the nail polish remover,as it contains acetone,& may remove some of the finish!
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Larry Beck
From:
Pierre, SD
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Posted 28 Jun 2003 3:17 pm
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| Steve. Don't know if this stuff is still made but it works. Goof Off by Guardsman. |
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Nicholas Dedring
From:
Beacon, New York, USA
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Posted 28 Jun 2003 3:59 pm
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| They make stuff that is used for cleaning film... I've used it to get spray glue off of photographs. It's a little pricey, but it might run a lower risk of stripping and breaking down the lacquer itself. |
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Pat Burns
From:
Branchville, N.J. USA
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James Ingram
From:
Blue Springs, MO, USA
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Posted 28 Jun 2003 6:04 pm
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plain old baby oil will break down gummy residue. just apply little on cotton cloth and with little time gently rubbing. residue is gone. should,nt hurt any finish at all. oily residue left behind you just wipe off with clean dry cotton cloth. always worked to remove gummy surfaces on alot of things for me. James  |
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Bill Moore
From:
Manchester, Michigan
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Posted 28 Jun 2003 6:09 pm
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There's a product called "Goo Gone", that will probably do the job. Or the household cleaner "Lestoil" usually works well on things like this. Good luck.
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Jack Francis
From:
Queen Creek, Arizona, USA
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Posted 28 Jun 2003 7:30 pm
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In addition to my T-shirt biz and hand lettering, I manufacture vinyl graphics.
From time to time I have to remove old decals and lettering. I use a product made by 3M that can be found at any professional auto paint store. Just ask for 3M adhesive remover. It works great and will not harm MOST painted surfaces. (I'd put a little on a soft cloth and try putting it on the surface in a spot that is out of the way.)
It should work fine. |
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Del Rangel
From:
Clayton, NC
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Posted 28 Jun 2003 7:57 pm
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| After you get it off, if the finish is nitro, there is a 3M product called "Finesse It II" that is great for removing any fine scratches and getting stuff to shine again. It is used to polish clear coats on new cars, but guitar guys are using it as a final polish on nitro coatings. |
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Donny Hinson
From:
Glen Burnie, Md. U.S.A.
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Posted 29 Jun 2003 5:39 am
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| WD-40, or lighter fluid is what I use most of the time. |
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Bill Ford
From:
Graniteville SC Aiken
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Posted 29 Jun 2003 5:57 am
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Steve,
I read an article that statedfor removing pine tar/sap droppings from automotive finishes,use GoJo waterless hand cleaner(non abrasive).This should work ok for what you need.
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Erv Niehaus
From:
Litchfield, MN, USA
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Posted 29 Jun 2003 6:17 am
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If you want to use something that is very safe use rubbing alcohol. I don't thing this stuff will harm anything, except if you drink it!
Uff-Da! |
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Kenny Forbess
From:
peckerwood point, w. tn.
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Posted 29 Jun 2003 7:54 am
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Donny is absolutely right,
WD-40 is the thing to use, it will not damage the laquer either.
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Gary Walker
From:
Morro Bay, CA
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Posted 29 Jun 2003 6:15 pm
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| Kenny is right. Nothing is better and safer than WD-40 on about any surface. Bumper stickers, tape goo and a bunch of similar things will go bye-bye. |
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Eric West
From:
Portland, Oregon, USA, R.I.P.
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Posted 29 Jun 2003 7:42 pm
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I don't think I'd use WD on laquered wood, as it's oily, and can seep into cracks.
That "Goo Gone" and the 3m product are Xylene, and is what you want. If any question at all, test it on part of the body like the bottom of the rear apron.
EJL
As an Aside, I used two stage SW Urethane on my H@rley metal, and I'm gonna use it for the New Prof. this winter probably. Its got diisocyanate, so it's a real "health thing", but its that "bowling pin" finish for sure.
I used Finesse-it to rub it out. DAMN that stuff's expensive! Worth it though for a finish. [This message was edited by Eric West on 29 June 2003 at 08:47 PM.] |
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Kevin Hatton
From:
Buffalo, N.Y.
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Posted 29 Jun 2003 8:17 pm
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| Mineral spirits or linseed oil. |
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Ed Miller Jr
From:
Coldwater,Mi USA
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Posted 30 Jun 2003 3:49 am
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| Use Goof Off or a product called OOPS! I use oops on all kinds of guitar finishes-Nitro, poly, acrylic, even violin varnish. It doesn't affect any of them. Don't use a blade to peel it. First,saturate the sticker with the cleaner, wait a few seconds and peel. It removal is cleaner this way. |
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steve takacs
From:
beijing, china via pittsburgh (deceased)
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Posted 1 Jul 2003 1:40 pm
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| Again, I'd like to thank everyone who responded to my question. I did use what Donny and Kenny suggested, the WD-40, and it worked like a charm. I only tried that since I had it at the house. My sisters and wife make fun of me going to the Forum for answers to questions, but I swear this site has more knowledge than the collective brainship of most universities. A huge thanks to all. Wonder how many more suggestions will be flowing in on this one? steve [This message was edited by steve takacs on 02 July 2003 at 08:08 PM.] |
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Bill Hamner
From:
Hueytown,AL USA
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Posted 1 Jul 2003 1:44 pm
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Original formula GoJo hand cleaner . Just wipe on enough to cover the adhesive and let sit a few minutes. Wipes right off with no damage to finish. Also works good to remove mildew off furniture or guitars. Leaves a shine that makes it look like the object has been polished. Be sure to use Original formula.It has no abrasives.
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Pat Burns
From:
Branchville, N.J. USA
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Posted 2 Jul 2003 5:49 am
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| Use Goof Off or a product called OOPS |
..I don't think I'd want to test a product called "OOPS" on a lacquer guitar.. |
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Mike Black
From:
New Mexico, USA
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Posted 2 Jul 2003 7:36 am
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| I recommend Bestine for this type of job on guitar finishes. It's usually available at Art Supply stores. I've used it on numerous, new & vintage instruments and never seen it hurt Lacquer, new or old. |
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