How to remove glue from metal surface that tape left behind?

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09-17-2004, 01:10 PM

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How to remove glue from metal surface that tape left behind?

Im trying to get the glue from the tape off of some aluminum and I was wondering how I get it off.

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09-17-2004, 01:21 PM

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Try using Goof Off. That stuff works great. Follow it up with some kind of polish that will take the cleaner off.

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09-17-2004, 01:56 PM

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WD40 does the trick.

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09-17-2004, 02:00 PM

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WD40 or 3M adhesive remover (hard to find, but this $hit will take anything off - except paint)

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09-17-2004, 02:13 PM

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rubbing alcohol will also do the trick

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