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Title: Removing old adhesive from limbs
Post by: Red Dwarf on February 15, 2007, 11:27:00 PM

I have an old Bear T/D. One set of limbs had some camo tape on them. I have removed the tape to get a better idea of the condition of the limbs. Now I  need to remove the glue residue but am not sure what to use that will do the job without damaging the finish. Any ideas??

Red Dwarf

Title: Re: Removing old adhesive from limbs
Post by: 3wolvesrunning on February 15, 2007, 11:57:00 PM

Try WD40 on a soft cloth. Another option would be GoofOff, but be sure to use the right version. I believe it is citrus based.

Title: Re: Removing old adhesive from limbs
Post by: macbow on February 16, 2007, 10:35:00 AM

I second the WD-40 always worked for me.
Ron

Title: Re: Removing old adhesive from limbs
Post by: chuck jones1836 on February 16, 2007, 11:27:00 AM

WD-40 works every time...chuck

Title: Re: Removing old adhesive from limbs
Post by: sswv on February 16, 2007, 11:45:00 AM

I always used 'Decal Remover' to get stickers off my race bodies. Works great on bow limbs for just what you're doing. You can get it at any Auto Parts store. Comes in a small aerosol can.

Title: Re: Removing old adhesive from limbs
Post by: Eric Krewson on February 16, 2007, 02:41:00 PM

Naptha from a hardware store works well. Comes in quart containers.

Title: Re: Removing old adhesive from limbs
Post by: Dryrot on February 16, 2007, 06:53:00 PM

Fingernail polish remover (non-acetone type) is second choice to WD-40

Title: Re: Removing old adhesive from limbs
Post by: Shakes.602 on February 16, 2007, 07:19:00 PM

"GOO-GONE"

Title: Re: Removing old adhesive from limbs
Post by: ishiwannabe on February 16, 2007, 09:50:00 PM

I had the exact same problem....after numerous attempts....I got stuff called OOPs at walmart. worked great....faster and less work than wd 40. Juts make sure ya use it someplace well ventilated.

Title: Re: Removing old adhesive from limbs
Post by: vermonster13 on February 16, 2007, 09:53:00 PM

De-natured alcohol. Won't harm the finish at all and removes adhesive real well.

Title: Re: Removing old adhesive from limbs
Post by: Bill Carlsen on February 16, 2007, 10:31:00 PM

Mineral spirits will do it.

Title: Re: Removing old adhesive from limbs
Post by: Red Dwarf on February 17, 2007, 08:29:00 PM

So far I have tried rubbing alcohol, camp fuel (naptha?), WD40, citrus hand cleaner and thinners, all to no avail.

Will keep trying!!

RD

Title: Re: Removing old adhesive from limbs
Post by: Deadsmple on February 18, 2007, 11:55:00 AM

Wow I'm suprised. no results? I personally have never tried any of the other above mentioned products except for the wd40 and I think that should have worked for you. Wd40 always works for me removing stickers/tape from just about everything.