Remove Adhesive Residue from Tank - 07 GSA

When traveling I would always put a 2" wide tank protector running from the top of the seat up towards the fuel cap. I did this to protect the paint from the tank bag I use.

I ended up leaving this tank protector on for around 2 years (even though I only use the tank bag when traveling)and took it off the other day. The tank protector is designed to be taken on and off and has a very sticky underside designed for multiple use.

Some of this "sticky" stayed on the tank around the perimeter of the tank protector.

I tried using contact solution to remove the adhesive like residue, with not-so-great results.

Any suggestions on something to use that won't damage the finish.

If I use something like "Goop-Off" will I be okay, as long as I wipe the area down with water afterwards?

tank goop

Go to a body shop; they'll have the right stuff.

Regards,

Will

I used goof-off to remove the "R1200" sticker residue with no ill effects. I have also used this. It takes longer but work pretty well.

I do not recommend Goof Off. It contains Acetone and Xylene that are very strong.

Goo Gone is not as strong, but you still need to use it carefully.

WD-40 does a nice job as well

eraser

Go to an auto body supply shop, they can sell you an "eraser wheel" that goes on your drill. It will not harm the paint and will take off any decal and, I bet, any residue.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HHKN5_UfDik

Mick-F

IÔÇÖve used 3M General Purpose Adhesive Cleaner P/N 08984 for years. Never damaged any painted or fabric surface IÔÇÖve used it on. You can get it at any auto body supply store and most chain auto parts stores. Auto body supply stores usually have a generic equivalent that in my experience, works just as good, and costs half as much.

Bill

Thanks for all the suggestions, I will head to the body shop this afternoon and see what they have!

I second the WD40 proposal!

adhesive remover

Goo-Gone, avialable at most hardware stores with take off Adhesivea with out damaging the paint.

Just used WD-40 and it worked great!

hintzir09 said:

Just used WD-40 and it worked great!

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