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Mindgame · 09-22-2009, 03:50 PM

Instead of using the 3M double-sided tape, I used the 3M emblem adhesive provided by BMW for the CF spoiler. Thought I cleaned it real good but once it dried it left yellow gunk stuck to the back along the lines of the spoilers.

I've tried goo-gone, and quick-detailer + plastic razor blade. Neither worked...

this area gets much more views than cosmetic

Robert · 09-22-2009, 04:17 PM

3M adhesive remover

oneintheory · 09-22-2009, 04:21 PM

vodka. or gasolina.

Mindgame · 09-22-2009, 07:14 PM

one is this a joke, or does it actually work?

3M adhesive remover sounds like a good idea haha...able to get it from anywhere (this stuff was a glue-like liquid...not these black gummy adhesives i've been seeing)

Eyeman · 09-22-2009, 07:36 PM

I'd try the 3M product if I had it. What I do always have is goof-off. It's way stronger than goo-gone so try everything else first, but as a last resort, cautious use of goof-off will do it.

Mindgame · 09-22-2009, 07:48 PM

Holy shit I just found this
http://www.golfmkv.com/forums/showthread.php?t=46104

this is the stuff BMW gave me

I am so fucked. Time to try the heat gun tomorrow

mynew135 · 09-22-2009, 08:42 PM

gas or carb cleaner should do it. Just clean and wax well when done.

oztiks · 09-23-2009, 12:00 PM

Cheapest products that do work for things such as tar would be peanut butter (I kid you not) and for your problem windex...yup..spray it on leave for 30 seconds and wash and rub off with soap.

mike07i · 09-23-2009, 04:02 PM

goo-gone is not going to work. You have to use "goof-off" it comes in a yellow metal can with a red lid. You could also try "tarminator," but I think you are good w/ goof off, also try your wife's nail polish remover.

RobMason · 09-23-2009, 06:28 PM

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mike07i · 09-23-2009, 06:54 PM

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Originally Posted by RobMason

Goof off has a lot of acetone, like nail polish remover. It dissolves many substances, it is very strong. Paint thinner, turpentine, and lighter fluid are less harsh, and less strong. I usually try lighter fluid first.

I agree. Although, I have used it to remove residue of double sided tape on the paint of the car with no problems, I have also used it to remove tree sap. I used it on the interior to remove the airbag warning stickers. and..... I used it on my cell phone to try to get rid of some super glue - no luck, in the process I spilled a bit on my finished wooden table and it took the stain right off, through the polyurethane.. so yeah, be careful and make sure you wax your car afterwords.

RobMason · 09-23-2009, 09:47 PM

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09-22-2009, 03:50 PM	#1
Mindgame Poke Her Face Drives: 09 135I Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: McKinney, TX Posts: 367 iTrader: (0)	Help me clean adhesive off car? Instead of using the 3M double-sided tape, I used the 3M emblem adhesive provided by BMW for the CF spoiler. Thought I cleaned it real good but once it dried it left yellow gunk stuck to the back along the lines of the spoilers. I've tried goo-gone, and quick-detailer + plastic razor blade. Neither worked... this area gets much more views than cosmetic __________________ ///
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Mindgame Poke Her Face Drives: 09 135I Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: McKinney, TX Posts: 367 iTrader: (0)	one is this a joke, or does it actually work? 3M adhesive remover sounds like a good idea haha...able to get it from anywhere (this stuff was a glue-like liquid...not these black gummy adhesives i've been seeing) __________________ ///

09-22-2009, 07:36 PM	#5
Eyeman Major Drives: 2008 135 blk, blk, step Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 1,483 iTrader: (0) Garage List 1977 Mercedes 450SE ... [0.00] 2004 Porsche 968 Cab [0.00] 2008 135 [4.00]	I'd try the 3M product if I had it. What I do always have is goof-off. It's way stronger than goo-gone so try everything else first, but as a last resort, cautious use of goof-off will do it. __________________ BSM, Blk leather, 30%tint, Injen, RR OCC, MadDad Whisper, donut spare, 19x8.5et43fr 19x9.5et45r Volk LE37's, rear fenders rolled/pulled, Nitto 555 225/35fr PSS 255/30r, KW V1's, AR coated catless dps, Cross strutbar, CF grills and license plate holder, rearseat removal, iCarbon diffuser and front lip, ETS black anodized FMIC, M3 control arms, Quaife, ER chargepipe, ForgeDV's, Topspeed Custom Tune, V3sims, Braille

09-22-2009, 07:48 PM	#6
Mindgame Poke Her Face Drives: 09 135I Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: McKinney, TX Posts: 367 iTrader: (0)	Holy shit I just found this http://www.golfmkv.com/forums/showthread.php?t=46104 this is the stuff BMW gave me I am so fucked. Time to try the heat gun tomorrow __________________ ///

09-23-2009, 04:02 PM	#9
mike07i Second Lieutenant Drives: 09 135i Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: STL / Nashville / CoMo Posts: 296 iTrader: (5)	goo-gone is not going to work. You have to use "goof-off" it comes in a yellow metal can with a red lid. You could also try "tarminator," but I think you are good w/ goof off, also try your wife's nail polish remover. __________________ 09 135i -fun 08 335i - sold 07 335i - sold 01 325ci - sold/gone, later found abandoned in a field w/ fire damage.

09-22-2009, 04:17 PM	#2
Robert Major General Drives: 135i, current is350 Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Socal Posts: 6,768 iTrader: (1)	3M adhesive remover

09-22-2009, 04:21 PM	#3
oneintheory no longer a BMW owner Drives: 2011 Ford Edge Sport Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Suffolk/Chesapeake, VA Posts: 1,469 iTrader: (0)	vodka. or gasolina.

09-22-2009, 08:42 PM	#7
mynew135 assistant to the regional manager Drives: 135i Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Virginia Beach, VA Posts: 242 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2009 135i [0.00]	gas or carb cleaner should do it. Just clean and wax well when done.

09-23-2009, 12:00 PM	#8
oztiks Lieutenant Drives: 2012 AW 335i sport line Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Montreal Posts: 446 iTrader: (1)	Cheapest products that do work for things such as tar would be peanut butter (I kid you not) and for your problem windex...yup..spray it on leave for 30 seconds and wash and rub off with soap.

09-23-2009, 06:28 PM	#10
RobMason M Power Drives: '09 ///M-Sport 135i Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: San Rafael Posts: 1,471 iTrader: (3)	! Last edited by RobMason; 04-11-2010 at 07:40 PM.

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