Superglue removal from paint?

I would try super glue remover (they sell it at most places). Then follow it up with rubbing compound/polish to smooth out the paint.

Ray

 

Acetone will dissolve the glue.

I think it'll probably do some damage to the paint. Might want to check on a spot on the car where it won't show first.

I've seen body shop guys remove imperfections with a razor. This might be a job for a professional.

Last but not least PM Peters, he sells the stuff.

DM

 

call me crazy but i use acetone on all my cars to remove tarr/bugs gum junk like that. works great on the 'soot' from the exhaust on the ferrari. no damage, and i follow up with wax. unlike laquer thinner acetone evaporates FAST! so it has little time to dissolve the clear coat and paint. now i wouldn't go pouring it on, but dab a rag and wipe.

 

First, I would take it to a professional for their opinion.

However, if you want to fix it yourself, I would suggest a paint run/nib remover. These are like a small file on a wood block specifically designed to shave off paint runs or paint nibs from dirt, etc. Just take it slow and keep it flat. If it gets tipped, you will cause a scratch.

See http://www.jcwhitney.com/autoparts/Product/tf-Browse/s-10101/Pr-p_Product.CATENTRY_ID:2004087/showCustom-0/p-2004087/N-111+10201+600003548/c-10101 for what they look like.

After you are done, you probably will have to wet sand the area and re-polish it.

Regards, Kerry

 

I use 3M general purpose adhesive remover #08984.

You can get at automotive paint supply, or some autoparts stores.

I've never used it on superglue but have used it to remove decals and I use it to remove bugs and tar and rubber. One thing for sure it is safe on the paint.

 

I think I have this right: Superglue was originally developed as a surgical suture replacement - for battlefield wounds. As such, it is water-soluable, even when dry. You might try flushing the area with water over a long period of time (hours) and see if that works.