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greensto · 12-05-2012, 07:53 AM

After I removed my little trunk spoiler, I was able to get all the 3M residue off. However, there is a matte silver line where the tape was on the paint. Goo Gone or alcohol do not remove this stain that was left from the 3M adhesive. When I run my finger across it, I can't feel it at all. Did it go through the clearcoat? What is my solution? Just a good polish or do I need to get more serious with a rubbing compound?

Dackelone · 12-05-2012, 08:00 AM

I would try a mild polish like 3M's Finese-It.

http://solutions.3m.com/wps/portal/3...beSQSFJR0R56gl

greensto · 12-08-2012, 02:54 PM

Rubber compound worked great! Spoiler installed!

Hogiebear · 12-09-2012, 11:40 PM

How do you go about removing the spoiler in the first place?
Just got a call from my BMW dealer saying they can't fit my new CF spoiler for me as they don't know how to remove the original.

Greenkirby21 · 12-10-2012, 01:55 AM

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Originally Posted by Hogiebear

How do you go about removing the spoiler in the first place?
Just got a call from my BMW dealer saying they can't fit my new CF spoiler for me as they don't know how to remove the original.

tooth floss + googone + towel

Hogiebear · 12-11-2012, 10:27 AM

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Originally Posted by Greenkirby21

tooth floss + googone + towel

Thanks a mill! Awesome advice and very embarrasing for the dealer.

chrisko · 12-24-2012, 06:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Hogiebear

How do you go about removing the spoiler in the first place?
Just got a call from my BMW dealer saying they can't fit my new CF spoiler for me as they don't know how to remove the original.

Might be a bit late but if you haven't removed it yet, here's a great DIY.

http://youtu.be/81i5MnAcEtw

Hogiebear · 12-25-2012, 01:29 PM

Thanks for the link but it came off very easily with the dental floss and glue remover. The problem now is deciding to fit the spoiler or not. I'm enjoying the clean lines without anything on the boot lid.

chrisko · 12-25-2012, 05:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Hogiebear

Thanks for the link but it came off very easily with the dental floss and glue remover. The problem now is deciding to fit the spoiler or not. I'm enjoying the clean lines without anything on the boot lid.

Keep it as it is until you get bored and want to add the spoiler

Easier to add than remove!

BBursey · 03-24-2013, 10:48 AM

I'm really struggling to remove the 3M adhesive - particularly the smooth black surface of the tape that's directly on the clear coat. I've used Goo-Gone and a microfibre towel, but didn't want to rub too hard as I was marring the surface (and will need to polish to clean it up). Any suggestions on how best to get the residual adhesive off?

Cheers,
Bryan

Dackelone · 03-24-2013, 11:08 AM

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Originally Posted by BBursey

I'm really struggling to remove the 3M adhesive - particularly the smooth black surface of the tape that's directly on the clear coat... Any suggestions on how best to get the residual adhesive off?

Try 3M™ Adhesive Remover...

http://www.griotsgarage.com/product/...do?from=Search

It comes in a liquid bottle or in a spray.

BBursey · 03-24-2013, 11:24 AM

Thanks. I'll try to find some locally. Goo-Gone hasn't been cutting it...

Cheers,
Bryan

12-05-2012, 07:53 AM	#1
greensto Wild Card Drives: Black 135i Join Date: May 2007 Location: Delray Beach, FL Posts: 346 iTrader: (1)	Spoiler "Stain" After Removal After I removed my little trunk spoiler, I was able to get all the 3M residue off. However, there is a matte silver line where the tape was on the paint. Goo Gone or alcohol do not remove this stain that was left from the 3M adhesive. When I run my finger across it, I can't feel it at all. Did it go through the clearcoat? What is my solution? Just a good polish or do I need to get more serious with a rubbing compound?
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12-05-2012, 08:00 AM	#2
Dackelone Moderator Drives: 135i Silber mit/Rot 6MT N54 Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Bayern, Germany Posts: 13,016 iTrader: (0)	I would try a mild polish like 3M's Finese-It. http://solutions.3m.com/wps/portal/3...beSQSFJR0R56gl __________________ Dackel's European Delivery Museum Guide 1addicts at Stelv1oPass

03-24-2013, 10:48 AM	#10
BBursey Work hard, play harder Drives: 2011 135i Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Calgary, AB Posts: 171 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2011 135i [0.00]	I'm really struggling to remove the 3M adhesive - particularly the smooth black surface of the tape that's directly on the clear coat. I've used Goo-Gone and a microfibre towel, but didn't want to rub too hard as I was marring the surface (and will need to polish to clean it up). Any suggestions on how best to get the residual adhesive off? Cheers, Bryan __________________ 2011 135i M Sport \| Dinan Stage 3 Suspension \| Dinan High Performance Bushing Kit \| M3 Wishbones \| Modified CDV \| Clutch Stop \| APEX EC-7 Wheels w/ Michelin PSS 235/40R18 265/35R18 Tires \| Maddad Street Series Exhaust \| BMW Performance Kidney Grills \| JBSPEED Painted Spoiler \| 28% Tint

03-24-2013, 11:24 AM	#12
BBursey Work hard, play harder Drives: 2011 135i Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Calgary, AB Posts: 171 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2011 135i [0.00]	Thanks. I'll try to find some locally. Goo-Gone hasn't been cutting it... Cheers, Bryan __________________ 2011 135i M Sport \| Dinan Stage 3 Suspension \| Dinan High Performance Bushing Kit \| M3 Wishbones \| Modified CDV \| Clutch Stop \| APEX EC-7 Wheels w/ Michelin PSS 235/40R18 265/35R18 Tires \| Maddad Street Series Exhaust \| BMW Performance Kidney Grills \| JBSPEED Painted Spoiler \| 28% Tint

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12-08-2012, 02:54 PM	#3
greensto Wild Card Drives: Black 135i Join Date: May 2007 Location: Delray Beach, FL Posts: 346 iTrader: (1)	Rubber compound worked great! Spoiler installed!

12-09-2012, 11:40 PM	#4
Hogiebear Enlisted Member Drives: AW 1M Coupe Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Hillcrest, South Africa Posts: 48 iTrader: (0)	How do you go about removing the spoiler in the first place? Just got a call from my BMW dealer saying they can't fit my new CF spoiler for me as they don't know how to remove the original.

12-25-2012, 01:29 PM	#8
Hogiebear Enlisted Member Drives: AW 1M Coupe Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Hillcrest, South Africa Posts: 48 iTrader: (0)	Thanks for the link but it came off very easily with the dental floss and glue remover. The problem now is deciding to fit the spoiler or not. I'm enjoying the clean lines without anything on the boot lid.