EMan 928

Just bought a 79 Euro that the owner put on an early 80's rear spoiler. Said he used double sided tape instead of drilling holes.

What would be the easiest way to remove the spoiler without harming the paint and window trim. Was thinking of something like 3M adhesive remover.

Thanks in advance, Eric

davek9

Hi Erick, I was thinking maybe some mono filament fishing line and cut the tape up close to the Spoiler then deal w/ the glue.

Hopefully someone can offer up their experience and or suggestions

Dave

martinss

Assuming standard, double-sided, foam-core, trim tape, I agree - pull a fishing line or dental floss through to start cutting the tape core while gently levering up the spoiler using a plastic trim tool.

To deal with the glue and torn tape remaining, soak in PB Blaster, WD40 or something like Goo Gone - a couple of hours of soaking versus a few minutes makes a huge difference to the ease of removal in my experience.

Eplebnista

Another vote for monofilament fishing line. Pick up some 25 lb test at wally world if you don't have any.

DKWalser

Double-sided tape? I think if you drive fast enough the spoiler will come off by itself!

RennPartsDirect

Once you have it off use this solvent from PPG. It will easily dissolve the adhesive without requiring any intense rubbing. Works like a charm...

Ad0911

Consider yourself luckiy!. The PO or the first owner (PPO) of my car drilled some ugly holes to fix the rear spoiler. Someday I need a hatch without, but nowadays they seem to be made out of solid gold

EMan 928

Thanks, everyone. Will try to remove the spoiler this weekend and will post pics of how it went.

JWise

You might warm the area with a hair dryer before employing the fishing line, but don't overdo it. Also, some of the thinner braided line might be softer on the paint than monofilament. Bass Pro Shop or Cabela's will have plenty of choices. Good luck!

WALTSTAR

soak the double sided tape as best you can with wd-40. reapply once or twice over the course of a couple of days (if your not driving the car) and use the monofilament to "saw" through it after it softens a bit. the wd-40 wont harm the pain and is not as hazardous to rubber as some solvents.

hacker-pschorr

+1 on the WD-40 and using some heat.

Take your time and it should all come off without any damage.

Some of the 3M double sided tape is so strong you could tow the car by the spoiler.

I've seen it used for fast repairs on race cars body panels.

davek9

Eric do you think you can find any WD-40 around the Shark Tank?

EMan 928

I think there is an old can around there somewhere

RennPartsDirect

The PPG product I was suggesting is available at your local body shop supply store for $10 to $15. That is where I picked up mine. Works almost instantly. I use it on anything that has a sticky label residue from household items to car parts and such. I've yet to have any issues with rubber products or plastic. I use it on plastic all the time. It evaporates quickly but don't let it sit unattended pooled up on a painted or delicate surface (I always wipe it completely clean). Spray it on a shop rag or towel heavily then rub it on the remaining residue and with minimal effort it will dissolve super easily without leaving behind scratches in the clear coat. Summit sells a very similar surface wash product that works just as well as the PPG330DX. Both products are used before paint or primer is applied so once it drys you are good to go.
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/sum-up403
No additional cleaning is required to prevent damage. I use it so much I bought a dedicated pump-style spray bottle. I bought one from Summit but you can find a similarly functioning one from Home Depot for a fraction of the price. Impulse purchases never result in the best deal...
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/ucp-70305
http://www.homedepot.com/p/RL-Flo-Ma...56HD/100164531