Trouble removing wrap adhesive.

[MTsled3]

So this year I am borrowing my wife's old sled from my father in law, and it has a pink wrap so I'm removing it. I started with the headlights and the adhesive is an absolute bitch to get off, I can't make any headway on it at all. I have 3m adhesive remover, Goo Gone, and a cheap chemical guys adhesive remover, and can't get it off at all. Is it possible the adhesive has etched the lenses over time?

I used to detail cars in college so I'm usually pretty good with this stuff, but I'm at a loss. I tried heat, a polisher, and even extra fine steel wool but it looks like I haven't even touched it still. Not really wanting to continue removing the wrap if it'll all look like this underneath, but I can kinda see the heat from the headlights causing the issue so maybe the rest of it will be fine? Any other recommendations/products/methods anyone would recommend?

 

[MTsled3]

Okay I tried a different section. Of the sled, all the adhesive was left behind but it came off fairly easily with just goo gone. Something definitely happened with the headlights that basically ruined the lenses

 

[koolaid]

Use grease and wax remover. Strong enough to soften adhesive but won't soften plastic lens on light. Might have to use a compound on lens after you're done. On the body, switch to lacquer thinner to remove adhesive. Get rag damp and it will remove that quick. Just don't saturate the panel. Good luck!

 

[MTsled3]

Use grease and wax remover. Strong enough to soften adhesive but won't soften plastic lens on light. Might have to use a compound on lens after you're done. On the body, switch to lacquer thinner to remove adhesive. Get rag damp and it will remove that quick. Just don't saturate the panel. Good luck!

Thanks! Never dealt with such a heavy duty adhesive before, definitely not easy to get it off.

 

[fltrsei97]

You might try a heat gun or hair dryer. The wrap should come right off with a bit of heat. The adhesive will probably stay.

 

[hassoalbert51]

Use grease and wax remover. Strong enough to soften adhesive but won't soften plastic lens on light. Might have to use a compound on lens after you're done. On the body, switch to lacquer thinner to remove adhesive. Get rag damp and it will remove that quick. Just don't saturate the panel san francisco hair salon. Good luck!

Removing adhesive residue from a wrap can be a bit tricky, but there are several methods you can try:

1. Heat: Use a hairdryer or heat gun to gently warm up the adhesive. This can help soften it, making it easier to remove. Be careful not to overheat the wrap, as this could damage the surface underneath.
2. Adhesive Remover: There are commercial adhesive removers available specifically designed for this purpose. Apply the remover to the adhesive residue according to the product instructions, then gently scrape it off with a plastic scraper or soft cloth.
3. Rubbing Alcohol: Isopropyl alcohol can also help dissolve adhesive residue. Apply a small amount to a cloth and gently rub the adhesive until it loosens and comes off.

 

[MTsled3]

Removing adhesive residue from a wrap can be a bit tricky, but there are several methods you can try:

1. Heat: Use a hairdryer or heat gun to gently warm up the adhesive. This can help soften it, making it easier to remove. Be careful not to overheat the wrap, as this could damage the surface underneath.
2. Adhesive Remover: There are commercial adhesive removers available specifically designed for this purpose. Apply the remover to the adhesive residue according to the product instructions, then gently scrape it off with a plastic scraper or soft cloth.
3. Rubbing Alcohol: Isopropyl alcohol can also help dissolve adhesive residue. Apply a small amount to a cloth and gently rub the adhesive until it loosens and comes off.

I used to work at a car detail shop so I've done all that, and i have a little industrial adhesive remover in my garage that I tried, it was okay.

I tried all of these and more with this wrap, the 2 things I found that worked best were the 3m adhesive remover, and straight acetone. I use plastic razorblades to scrape it. It definitely scratches it up but there's so much glue, it's the only way.

Turns out that the 3m adhesive remover ruined the clear plastic, and it did it where it reacted with the glue, which is why it looks like there is still glue on the headlights. I ended up breaking the lights on a tree so I had to out new ones on anyway