Bare metal foil gum residue

[Racersonly]

First attempt with bare metal foil left gum reside. Any tips as to how to remove it?

[Belugawrx]

What kind of paint is it on?

I would say isopropyl alcohol if it's not on acrylic paint, otherwise WD40 works well taking goo off..but try it on a like painted surface first.

[bh1701]

If it's lacquer or acrylic paint, I use cigarette lighter fluid ( such as Ronsonol ) to remove it. I apply just a little to a Kleenex or cotton swab and rub that on the residue to remove it. Note: The lighter fluid cannot be used on enamels since that will affect the paint.

Bart

[StevenGuthmiller]

You can use WD-40 on any type of paint.

a little on a cotton swab will wipe it right off.

Just be cognizant that once you’ve used it, if any additional coats of paint or decals are required, the model will need to be cleaned well with plenty of warm water and a grease cutting dish washing detergent.

 

 

 

Steve

[bobss396]

Goo Gone is great. It is citrus based so it is okay on painted surfaces. 

[gtx6970]

I use a Q tip dipped in windex 

[peteski]

13 hours ago, bobss396 said:

Goo Gone is great. It is citrus based so it is okay on painted surfaces. 

I wouldn't be so sure. Probably safe with a quick wipe, but I wouldn't leave it on the painted surface for extended period of time.

[bobss396]

10 hours ago, peteski said:

I wouldn't be so sure. Probably safe with a quick wipe, but I wouldn't leave it on the painted surface for extended period of time.

Oh yeah, get it off ASAP and wash with a mild soap and water.