SupraStar 3000 Posted November 24, 2006 Share Posted November 24, 2006 Don't ask me how or why but I may need to remove glue gunk and sticky residue from the outside of my lights. Whats best for plastic lights: - white spirit - thinners - turps thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supRo Posted November 24, 2006 Share Posted November 24, 2006 Hi Ed, Not sure about what to use but perhaps do it with the Head lights off the car so there is no chance of damaging paint work! Ro Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hadyn Posted November 24, 2006 Share Posted November 24, 2006 T-cuts the best Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SupraStar 3000 Posted November 24, 2006 Author Share Posted November 24, 2006 Good idea mate. Although if I spend another weekend pissing around with lights I'm going to go insane. Its only a small area but I don't want to melt or smear the lights with the wrong chemical Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt _Aero top_ Posted November 24, 2006 Share Posted November 24, 2006 I'd use white spirit mate as its not as harsh as thinners and wont eat into the plastic . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SupraStar 3000 Posted November 24, 2006 Author Share Posted November 24, 2006 T-cuts the best won't that scratch the plastic? maybe worh a go. thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SupraStar 3000 Posted November 24, 2006 Author Share Posted November 24, 2006 I'd use white spirit mate as its not as harsh as thinners and wont eat into the plastic . right! thats what i needed to know. Cheers Matt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt _Aero top_ Posted November 24, 2006 Share Posted November 24, 2006 but t cuts a good idea Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JamieP Posted November 24, 2006 Share Posted November 24, 2006 Changed your mind on the eyebrows then. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SupraStar 3000 Posted November 24, 2006 Author Share Posted November 24, 2006 LOL shhuuush Jamie!!! No mate. I put them on with body trim tape which I don't trust and want to use silicon seal. The tape just hasn't stuck down strong enough Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hadyn Posted November 24, 2006 Share Posted November 24, 2006 won't that scratch the plastic? maybe worh a go. thanks Just need elbow grease, will bring them up like new Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rik Posted November 24, 2006 Share Posted November 24, 2006 I wouldn't put any solvents onto plastic. I recon something that removes paint is not going to be very friendly to you plastic lenses (white spirit). WD40 is very good at removing sticky residue left from labels and stickers, tree sap, tar etc. Needs a bit of elbow grease mind. T-cut if fine to use also. I can vouch for that Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SupraStar 3000 Posted November 24, 2006 Author Share Posted November 24, 2006 T-cut it is then. Thanks everyone. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AdzC Posted November 24, 2006 Share Posted November 24, 2006 How about Auto Glym Intensive Tar Remover? Good for all surfaces. Makes short work of sticky residue Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest gzaerojon Posted November 24, 2006 Share Posted November 24, 2006 Don't ask me how or why but I may need to remove glue gunk and sticky residue from the outside of my lights. Whats best for plastic lights: - white spirit - thinners - turps thanks Noooooooo.... step away from the thinners t-cut is too harsh i find, it's ok if you're brinning up a set of dull lights, but yours are perfect. just wash them with soapy water then when it's dry just use some auto glyn resin pollish (red label) this will give it a coating and will keep them clean for ages Edit: just re read your thread, i have some stuff here for cleaning without screwing up plastic. i think i still have your address, i'll send you some Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seb Posted November 24, 2006 Share Posted November 24, 2006 I was reading about an American product which has been specifically designed for this purpose. Not tried it, but it sounds really good - http://www.lensrestorer.com. Edited to add - actually no, it's not designed for that, it's for yellowed headlights. Didn't read the original post properly! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SupraStar 3000 Posted November 25, 2006 Author Share Posted November 25, 2006 WOW, Cheers Jon. Don't worry though, as I'm anticipating a worst case scenario here. Your lights are still pefect and i'm not about to f*ck them up I'd rather gouge out my own eyeballs with a rusty fork This body work tape I have used was very aggressive so I'm sure It will leave sticky residue. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
uk-rich Posted November 25, 2006 Share Posted November 25, 2006 if its the stuff with the green backing, its possible to peel it off in one go Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hulse Posted November 25, 2006 Share Posted November 25, 2006 i used turtle wax perpex window cleaner ( the one for softtops)then polished it after, it look like new Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SupraStar 3000 Posted November 26, 2006 Author Share Posted November 26, 2006 Cheers guys. Its sorted now. Hot soapy water and alot of scratching with my nail. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedM Posted November 26, 2006 Share Posted November 26, 2006 Too late but peanut butter works a treat. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SupraStar 3000 Posted November 26, 2006 Author Share Posted November 26, 2006 your just saying that Martin! You want me to stand in the freezing cold rubbing peanut butter over my car. I'm onto you Mr Red! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedM Posted November 26, 2006 Share Posted November 26, 2006 I'm serious, Ed. Google up a search for peanut butter and glue. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest gzaerojon Posted November 26, 2006 Share Posted November 26, 2006 I'm serious, Ed. Google up a search for peanut butter and glue. crunchy of smooth? sunpat or tescos own? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedM Posted November 26, 2006 Share Posted November 26, 2006 crunchy of smooth? sunpat or tescos own? I know you are taking the p*ss but crunchy is better as the nuts have a soft abrasive effect. Make is not important. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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