kokoro Posted October 29, 2014 Share Posted October 29, 2014 So I finally bought myself a private plate... and after the headache that was finding a supplier of a jspec sized rear, I finally got the new plates today. Then the nightmare began.... The previous owner had used silicone to seal around the edge of the old rear plate, so when my boyfriend took the old one off, it turns out it's hiding a plate sized hole in the bumper?!?! Anyway, I've spent numerous hours in the dark trying to remove the remaining silicone from the bodywork. Now I'm cold and fed up. I've tried loads of methods (hairdryer, nail polish remover, rubbing, blade, peeling, picking etc etc), all to no avail. Rubbing it with a microfibre cloth helps, and has removed about 60% of it, but the remainder is proving difficult. So does anyone have a clever tip that will help? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MATT RR Posted October 29, 2014 Share Posted October 29, 2014 Petrol works on certain kinds but careful how much you use as it's not great for the paint, I have used it plenty of times sparingly on a rag with no damage to paint. Oh and of course dont have a fag while trying it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
downimpact Posted October 29, 2014 Share Posted October 29, 2014 On the up side the plate sized hole is normal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shane Posted October 29, 2014 Share Posted October 29, 2014 http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/EverBuild-Silicone-Eater-150ml-Silicone-Sealant-Remover-EVBSILEAT-/350885622885?pt=UK_Crafts_Cardmaking_Scrapbooking_Glue_Tape_EH&hash=item51b269b465 There is this. I have used some other stuff that is a strong solvent and smells like pear drops, but can't remember the name. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kendo11 Posted October 29, 2014 Share Posted October 29, 2014 http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/EverBuild-Silicone-Eater-150ml-Silicone-Sealant-Remover-EVBSILEAT-/350885622885?pt=UK_Crafts_Cardmaking_Scrapbooking_Glue_Tape_EH&hash=item51b269b465 There is this. I have used some other stuff that is a strong solvent and smells like pear drops, but can't remember the name. Exactly that, just leave it to work for a good ten minutes, and you will still need elbow grease. There are also several Hagesan products that most diy shops stock that do a similar job. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mk4Gaz Posted October 29, 2014 Share Posted October 29, 2014 Shane, the stuff that smells like pear drops, is upvc solvent cleaner. That helps to remove silicone. I've got loads of the stuff, it's cheap to buy in any plastic suppliers such as eurocell Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kokoro Posted October 29, 2014 Author Share Posted October 29, 2014 (edited) Thanks for the replies. I need to get the new plate on before Friday, so it's whatever we can get our hands on locally. Regarding the hole - how are most people attaching their plates? Screws? If so, do the normal number plate screws fit the bracket? Edited October 29, 2014 by kokoro (see edit history) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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