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Author Topic: How do I clean the black rubber adhesive from the rear light shroud?  (Read 1166 times)
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« on: October 26, 2015, 05:29:14 AM »

This doesn't seem to fit the fenders on my '98 Tourer.

Am I missing something?



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« Reply #1 on: October 26, 2015, 06:10:09 AM »

Show Chrome tail light cover.

https://www.google.com/search?q=show+chrome+tail+light+cover+valkyrie&tbm=isch&tbo=u&source=univ&sa=X&ved=0CGUQsARqFQoTCICcg4uf4MgCFcg6JgodQ_4L0w&biw=980&bih=557
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« Reply #2 on: October 26, 2015, 06:38:47 AM »

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« Reply #3 on: October 26, 2015, 07:07:51 AM »


Oh yeah.

Thanks.
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« Reply #4 on: October 26, 2015, 07:11:14 AM »




With the blue pinstripe that could be my bike!
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« Reply #5 on: October 26, 2015, 07:15:03 AM »

How do I clean off the black adhesive rubber ?
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« Reply #6 on: October 26, 2015, 07:27:33 AM »

http://www.amazon.com/Turtle-Wax-T-529-Sticker-Remover/dp/B004M3F5CO/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_top?ie=UTF8

Leave it in for a few minutes and scrape it off.
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« Reply #7 on: October 26, 2015, 07:27:50 AM »

If that item is chromed metal and NOT plastic W D 40 or some other stronger solvent. If the item is plastic and it was me I'd be doing a google search. RIDE SAFE.
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« Reply #8 on: October 26, 2015, 07:28:49 AM »

How do I clean off the black adhesive rubber ?

I had (really) good luck with linseed oil on the residue from the lawyer
stickers on the gas tank.

Since that thing you have has no paint on it, you might try paint
thinner.

Just have to hunt for the right solvent, since none of us probably
know what that goo is...

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« Reply #9 on: October 26, 2015, 07:55:55 AM »

If that item is chromed metal and NOT plastic W D 40 or some other stronger solvent. If the item is plastic and it was me I'd be doing a google search. RIDE SAFE.

Not plastic.

I think it's some kind of 3M double sided that came with the piece?
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« Reply #10 on: October 26, 2015, 01:27:59 PM »

I use Bumper Sticker Remover and then coat with Turtle Wax.
You can purchase it at most auto stores.  cooldude
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« Reply #11 on: October 26, 2015, 02:04:30 PM »

That looks pretty thick. Why not heat opposite side with a heat gun and see if it will roll off or scrape off, then go at it with solvents.
Sometimes heat makes it stick more sometimes less, worth a shot.
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« Reply #12 on: October 26, 2015, 02:45:45 PM »

I found a product that is so useful, I stocked up on it.  Ace Hardware has it.  Goof-Off - Professional Strength.  In the metal can, not the spray bottle - that citrus stuff is not nearly as effective.  But it's less aggressive, if that's appropriate.  Goo Gone - doesn't compare.
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« Reply #13 on: October 26, 2015, 08:01:19 PM »

3M Adhesive Remover - 3M doesn't make bad products.

This has been a shop staple for me for many years. Even works on your hands.

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« Reply #14 on: October 27, 2015, 01:38:19 AM »

Had 1 I was going to put on my bike. You need to bend form it GRADUALLY to fit it properly and I'm not sure if you can ever get it to look perfect. I gave up and never actually peeled the cover off the sticker to install. Asked Joe about his which doesn't sit perfect either. He says wherever you FIRST palce it it STAYS so get it right the first time. Mine is one the shelf still unused..........
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« Reply #15 on: October 27, 2015, 07:26:59 AM »

Had 1 I was going to put on my bike. You need to bend form it GRADUALLY to fit it properly and I'm not sure if you can ever get it to look perfect. I gave up and never actually peeled the cover off the sticker to install. Asked Joe about his which doesn't sit perfect either. He says wherever you FIRST palce it it STAYS so get it right the first time. Mine is one the shelf still unused..........

I'm not going to be putting it on.

Want to clean it up so I can sell it.

Apart from the rubber adhesive/pad it's poifect.
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« Reply #16 on: October 27, 2015, 12:31:08 PM »

Had 1 I was going to put on my bike. You need to bend form it GRADUALLY to fit it properly and I'm not sure if you can ever get it to look perfect. I gave up and never actually peeled the cover off the sticker to install. Asked Joe about his which doesn't sit perfect either. He says wherever you FIRST palce it it STAYS so get it right the first time. Mine is one the shelf still unused..........

I'm not going to be putting it on.

Want to clean it up so I can sell it.



Apart from the rubber adhesive/pad it's poifect.

Was responding to your saying it didn't seem to fit your Tourer and "What am I missing"
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« Reply #17 on: October 27, 2015, 04:22:05 PM »

Goo-gone or WD-40 will work spray on let sit awhile and peel off or scrap off
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