Need help! About a week ago I duct taped (the 3M transparent version) the hull strpis on my Nautiraid hypalon hull to prevent abraision . Today I decided to take them off and the glue stayed on my hull. Anybody knows how to remove this glue without damaging the hypalon hull. Thanks Michel *************************************************************************** PaddleWise Paddling Mailing List - Any opinions or suggestions expressed here are solely those of the writer(s). You must assume the entire responsibility for reliance upon them. All postings copyright the author. Submissions: PaddleWise_at_PaddleWise.net Subscriptions: PaddleWise-request_at_PaddleWise.net Website: http://www.paddlewise.net/ ***************************************************************************
> About a week ago I duct taped (the 3M transparent version) the hull strpis on my Nautiraid hypalon hull to prevent abraision . Today I decided to take them off and the glue stayed on my hull. > > Anybody knows how to remove this glue without damaging the hypalon hull. Happens all the time when I duct-tape aluminum frame members together for air luggage. I'm disappointed with 3M transparent tape, btw - it's expensive, but doesn't stay any longer than black duct tape (silver tape seems to be even worse than transparent). The strongest solvent that I know is Goof-off - removes about any glue. It is very poisonous, use it in open air only. I also have good results with a strong stain-remover - canadian product, called The Soap Factory. Cheaper than Goof, also smells nasty and should be used in a ventilated room. Could be another brand too - look for one that removes blood, paint etc, not just grease. Both require gloves - no burns, but skin becomes very dry. *************************************************************************** PaddleWise Paddling Mailing List - Any opinions or suggestions expressed here are solely those of the writer(s). You must assume the entire responsibility for reliance upon them. All postings copyright the author. Submissions: PaddleWise_at_PaddleWise.net Subscriptions: PaddleWise-request_at_PaddleWise.net Website: http://www.paddlewise.net/ ***************************************************************************
Michael... You might try ordinary lighter fluid. It's nothing but naptha, which I think is unlikely to damage the Hypalon hull. I find that it works for many sorts of glue -- particularly helpful for removing sales labels (you know, the ones that shred when you try to remove them). It's easy to work with, the fumes aren't too bad, and it's cheap! Try it on a small section of the hull first, of course. Bob V > Need help! > > About a week ago I duct taped (the 3M transparent version) the hull strpis on my Nautiraid hypalon hull to prevent abraision . Today I decided to take them off and the glue stayed on my hull. > > Anybody knows how to remove this glue without damaging the hypalon hull. *************************************************************************** PaddleWise Paddling Mailing List - Any opinions or suggestions expressed here are solely those of the writer(s). You must assume the entire responsibility for reliance upon them. All postings copyright the author. Submissions: PaddleWise_at_PaddleWise.net Subscriptions: PaddleWise-request_at_PaddleWise.net Website: http://www.paddlewise.net/ ***************************************************************************
The best duct tape residue remover I know of is a can of good old WD-40 - the custodians in the dormitories swear by it...carpet tape, duct tape, etc etc. Works great. Never tried it on Hypalon but figure it can't be much worse than the solvents mentioned. I use some Dawn dish detergent to get rid of the oily residue. K *************************************************************************** PaddleWise Paddling Mailing List - Any opinions or suggestions expressed here are solely those of the writer(s). You must assume the entire responsibility for reliance upon them. All postings copyright the author. Submissions: PaddleWise_at_PaddleWise.net Subscriptions: PaddleWise-request_at_PaddleWise.net Website: http://www.paddlewise.net/ ***************************************************************************
Sometimes rubbing vigorously with one of those white vinyl pencil erasers works. I like Mars brand. Takes a bit of work to get it all off. -andy *************************************************************************** PaddleWise Paddling Mailing List - Any opinions or suggestions expressed here are solely those of the writer(s). You must assume the entire responsibility for reliance upon them. All postings copyright the author. Submissions: PaddleWise_at_PaddleWise.net Subscriptions: PaddleWise-request_at_PaddleWise.net Website: http://www.paddlewise.net/ ***************************************************************************
Michel Charlebois <michelcharlebois_at_videotron.ca> asked: >>Anybody knows how to remove this glue without damaging the hypalon hull. >> Hypalon is inert to hydrocarbon-based solvents, at least for the brief exposure you need. Others have suggested lighter fluid and WD-40, and a couple proprietary mixtures. When I need to remove a particularly intractable adhesive residue from a nonporous surface, I use 3M's General Purpose Adhesive Cleaner, P/N 051135-08984, which I got from the local NAPA store. I've used it on hypalon a couple times, and no damage has shown up, some 3-4 years later. I gather this stuff is in common use for cleaning off old windshield adhesive prior to replacing with new. It is nasty to breathe, so use it outdoors and burn the rags or allow them to vent for a couple days before committing them to the garbage barrel. A quart will last a lifetime. This stuff is composed of naphtha (ala lighter fluid), xylene, and ethylbenzene. It should not be allowed to stand on vinyl, but is OK on hypalon. -- Dave Kruger Astoria, OR *************************************************************************** PaddleWise Paddling Mailing List - Any opinions or suggestions expressed here are solely those of the writer(s). You must assume the entire responsibility for reliance upon them. All postings copyright the author. Submissions: PaddleWise_at_PaddleWise.net Subscriptions: PaddleWise-request_at_PaddleWise.net Website: http://www.paddlewise.net/ ***************************************************************************
I used to use things like WD-40 and the like to remove glue but now I use one of the citrus based solvents first. The one I have at hand is "De-Solv-it" "Contractors' Solvent" I think I bought it at Home Depot. Duct tape is listed as one of the many things it will remove. Really good stuff. michael Dave Kruger wrote: > > Michel Charlebois <michelcharlebois_at_videotron.ca> asked: > > >>Anybody knows how to remove this glue without damaging the hypalon hull. >> > > Hypalon is inert to hydrocarbon-based solvents, at least for the brief > exposure you need. Others have suggested lighter fluid and WD-40, and a *************************************************************************** PaddleWise Paddling Mailing List - Any opinions or suggestions expressed here are solely those of the writer(s). You must assume the entire responsibility for reliance upon them. All postings copyright the author. Submissions: PaddleWise_at_PaddleWise.net Subscriptions: PaddleWise-request_at_PaddleWise.net Website: http://www.paddlewise.net/ ***************************************************************************
Another useful trick for removing small areas of adhesive residue is to take regular paper masking tape and apply it over the area. Then quickly/smartly pell off the masking tape and much of the residue will come with it. Repeat as necessary; sometimes a fresh piece of tape is required to get the last of the residue off. --allan Michel Charlebois wrote: >About a week ago I duct taped [snip] >Anybody knows how to remove this glue without damaging the hypalon hull. *************************************************************************** PaddleWise Paddling Mailing List - Any opinions or suggestions expressed here are solely those of the writer(s). You must assume the entire responsibility for reliance upon them. All postings copyright the author. Submissions: PaddleWise_at_PaddleWise.net Subscriptions: PaddleWise-request_at_PaddleWise.net Website: http://www.paddlewise.net/ ***************************************************************************
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