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Old 25-09-2010
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Default Removing sticky tape from a chassis

Whats the best way to remove whats left of double sided sticky tape from a chassis. Ive tried to peel off some tape on my cougar sv and dont want to scratch the chassis by using a screwdriver or other sharp edge object to get rid of the remaining stuff. It was the white double sided tape i had used and it leaves some fluffy white rubbish behind that looks horrible.
Is there an easy way or am i going to have to rub with my thumb and get a blister?
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Old 25-09-2010
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I always heat the area with a hairdryer , then it just rubs off with your finger
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Brake cleaner. Spray some on a rag and just give it a rub. Usually about 20 seconds max and all will be removed
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Old 26-09-2010
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thanks everyone. Will give it a try
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I use builders `WonderWipes` They clean everything from sticky to shock oil. They come in a tub like babywipes
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Old 23-10-2010
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Auto Glym intensive tar remover
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Old 23-10-2010
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Old 23-10-2010
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Old 23-10-2010
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Hair dryer worked a treat. Thanks folks.
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Old 23-10-2010
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Stickyoff from Supermarket, then brake cleaner otherwise nowt will stick to it again
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Old 24-10-2010
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What I find works best to not to put yourself in that situation in the first place so, what I normally do, is put electrical tape on both surfaces, (some on the chassis, some on the bottom of the speedo / receiver) then use servo tape, and you then just have to remove the electrical tape from each, which sticks just as well, but leaves less mess.
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Lighter fluid works a treat as well.
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Buy good quality double sided tape and it will stay in one piece when removing it, never had an issue with this!
Maplins do huge rolls for less than a fiver!
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