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Title: How to remove tape goop?
Post by: fisherick on September 29, 2013, 07:56:00 AM
I have a one piece bow that has snakeskin limb sensation covering. During turkey season I installed cloth camo tape over the limbs. What's the best way to remove the tape goop without destroying the snakeskin covering?
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Post by: olddogrib on September 29, 2013, 08:20:00 AM
Goo Gone (WallyWorld)should get rid of residue, but I don't know what it will do to the covering.
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Post by: flinthead on September 29, 2013, 08:20:00 AM
Try the same acetone we use to clean arrows before fletching. Roy
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Post by: jackdaw on September 29, 2013, 08:43:00 AM
WD-40
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Post by: Knawbone on September 29, 2013, 08:52:00 AM
2x on the acetone
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Post by: Lamey on September 29, 2013, 08:59:00 AM
Be REALLY cautious with Acetone... It can affect certain finishes in a bad, bad way.

Some of the safer alternatives are Goo Gone, Goof off etc.  they are generally much less aggressive but do the job well.

On stuff like tape residue, I would whipe some on liberally,  leave it sit for a few minutes, then wipe off... repeat as necessary.
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Post by: reddogge on September 29, 2013, 10:57:00 AM
+2 on Goof Off.
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Post by: rainman on September 29, 2013, 11:51:00 AM
WD-40
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Post by: WRV on September 29, 2013, 11:54:00 AM
WD-40x2
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Post by: Hud on September 29, 2013, 12:16:00 PM
Tape residue is a result of the tape curing. I would proceed carefully by trying a small amount on a rag in one small, small area. Don't saturate the rag. Here are some products that might work, although no guarantee. White Vinegar, Mineral Spirits, Finger nail polish remover with acetone; Goof Off. Start with the first.  It may take a few minutes. Work in one direction with the scales.  :pray:
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Post by: nick straatmann on September 29, 2013, 03:26:00 PM
If you dont have any luck with those, which all work great. Ronsonol zippo lighter fluid works to
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Post by: TC in Spfld on September 29, 2013, 04:35:00 PM
Stay away from the acetone!!!!!  WD40 might not work the fastest, but it won't hurt any finish.
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Post by: S. Brant Osborn on September 29, 2013, 05:05:00 PM
Try olive oil on a soft rag.  Be liberal with it and give it a rub.
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Post by: Cookus on September 29, 2013, 06:32:00 PM
Goof Off is awesome stuff and readily available at the local chain lumber store.   Whatever you use, test it first!!!