Hood pad replacement - Something better? - PeachParts Mercedes-Benz Forum

vwnate1 · #1 08-21-2020, 01:49 AM

? Maybe "goo Gone " ? .

Linky : https://www.google.com/search?client=firefox-b-1-d&q=goo+gone+target

Graham · #2 08-21-2020, 09:12 AM

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Originally Posted by vwnate1

? Maybe "goo Gone " ? .

Linky : https://www.google.com/search?client=firefox-b-1-d&q=goo+gone+target

When I first cleaned the hoods on my 107 and 123 15 years or so ago, I was faced with same problem. How to remove build up of unknown adhesives.

I tried mineral spirits, acetone, carb cleaner and whatever other solvents I happened to have. They all worked to some extent but you end up with a gooey mess that has to be scraped off.

This time, what worked was initial peeling with the ice scraper,
followed by detailed scraping with various scrapers, plastic and metal
followed by hand and powered wire brush to remove the final stubborn spots
This left the even 3M sprayed on coating that will be a good substrate for next application.

I never tried citrus-based cleaners like goo-be-gone or 3M™ Adhesive Remover:

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Removes the Residue, Leaves the Paint
Our 3M™ Adhesive Remover uses a blend of petroleum solvents that helps remove the stickers and wax without abrasives or the need for scrapers or other tools. This wipe-on, wipe-off formula requires no mixing and is safe for use on most cured automotive paints. It is also suitable for removing adhesive residue from vinyl and glass surfaces. It can be used to remove tar, attachment tape residue and bumper sticker adhesive as well as wax.

3M™ Adhesive Remover is also available in larger containers, great for removing surface contaminants such as masking tape and other adhesive residue from bare or primed metal in auto body repair.

vwnate1 · #3 08-21-2020, 03:22 PM

THANK YOU ! .