Best way to remove wheel weights?

What is the best method, specifically to get the sticky adhesive pad from alloy wheels? I know the guys at the tire store have some good juice they splash on there, but the sticky stuff remains behind. There has got to be a better way than what I am doing (using WD40 and a rag).

 

I like the citric acid based "goo" removers -- like "GOO GONE" (sometimes they've got "orange" or one of the other citrus fruits in the name/description/labeling).

PS The TR wheel is deep enough on the backside that the tire shop should still be able to do a 2-plane balance with all the weights on the inside.

 

I removed the glue by letting a little car polish (mer) soak in for 20 mins,and then cleaned off.Came off completely.

 

I agree. "Goo Gone" is the way to go.

 

I would try both to see which works best, but I don't know what "mer" is! Must be one of those good old British products. Goo Gone I can find! Thx for the advice guys! Jim

 

I use a shop with a road force balancer, and they usu end up with a weight on the inside and one on the outside. I run Pirelli's and they say that they are the toughest to get balanced. In fact, I usu return two out of four tires bc they won't meet tolerences. They are half worn now, so should be easier to balance I would think.

 

Whatever you do, don't use chisel and hammer

 

Just apply it to the surface, leave it be and let it work for a few minutes and then wipe off. The other popular similar product is called "Goof Off"