removing UHMW adhesive?
 

I peeled the UHMW tape off the flaps in preparation to for paint, and move of the adhesive was left behind on the flaps. Does anyone have a good way of removing the adhesive left on the flaps after removing the UHMW tape? Tried isopropyl and ethanol... no good.
Thanks in advance,

Lacquer thinner? Acetone? MEK?

Less toxic...kerosene?

Try Goof-Off (or is it Goo-Gone? They both work....) - the stuff in a yellow can, Home Depot Aviation Supply....works great on every adhesive I've run into.

Paul

Try a product called goo gone, it works very well on adhesives........ it can be found at home depot or lowes.

Victor

thanks
 

Thanks, guys.

no goo-gone
 

Couldn't find Goo-Gone. Ended up using "Gumout" carburetor cleaner. It worked okay, but required some elbow grease.

Lacquer thinner is the best.
 

Lacquer thinner is the best.

I had some severely cracked and brittle UHMW Tape. The best way I found to remove the tape in this condition was to use 80 grit on a electric palm sander to sand through the top layer. Be careful not to go through the adhesive layer. Then I used a rag well soaked with lacquer thinner on the adhesive. This allowed me to use another rag to rub off the adhesive and the second layer of the tape. The lacquer thinner did not hurt the paint.

I bought the plane with the UHMW Tape in this condition and would never let it get this far before repairing it. Although it can be done without removing the paint, I did not find this method until I was into the job too far. I had to end up sanding down to the metal and repainting.

If the tape is not severely cracked, you can just pull up the tape and use lacquer thinner to remove the adhesive. Much easier than letting it get too cracked.

3M 08984
 

3M makes a general purpose adhesive cleaner designed for just that application. On dried adhesive it is best to let it soak for a few minutes before using a squeege to remove. It won't work thru the film of the decal though. 3M also makes a aerosol that will go thru the film, spray on and let dry. Scrape off and then the adhesive remover. Any automotive paint supply store should have those items.

My secret adhesive removal tool has been WD-40. I don't know what adhesive was used on the UHMW, but I haven't found a tape-backed adhesive that wouldn't come off with WD-40. For thin adhesives, give a spritz right on the adhesive and let it sit for a few seconds, then wipe with a paper towel. For thicker residue, soak the paper towel and apply it to the area. Hold for a little bit, and then wipe.

What about duct tape adhesive on plexi?
 

I some spots of residual duct tape adhesive on my canopy. suggestions??