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Discussion in 'Detailing & Showroom' started by Piper, May 11, 2014.

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  1. Piper

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    #1 Piper, May 11, 2014
    Did some searching, must be here somewhere but can't come up with it. Is there a good, detailed explanation how one might attempt to correct sticky parts oneself?
     
  2. up4speed

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    #2 up4speed, May 11, 2014
  3. Piper

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    #3 Piper, May 11, 2014
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    #4 Piper, May 12, 2014
    Just found out brake fluid works really well.
     
  5. Kevin Rev'n

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    #5 Kevin Rev'n, May 12, 2014
    It seems that almost anything works. I have used denatured alcohol with great success.
     
  6. ilconservatore

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    #6 ilconservatore, May 14, 2014
    I like SD-20 as a good all around foaming cleaner. Great for getting fingerprints, light grime, sticky/gummy residue, etc, and it seems to be very neutral chemically speaking. No odors or residue.

    Have also used it on grease stained auto carpet, before steam cleaning. Much to my surprise it removed as much or more than dry cleaning fluid would have.

    It will take the sticky off some types of plastic. Also great for stainless steel appliances and washable house paint...anything that grimy toddler hands can touch :)




    SD-20 All Purpose Cleaner
     
  7. blown daytona

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    #7 blown daytona, May 14, 2014
    My wifes VW Bettle had the same sticky issue. This problem is very common on most euro cars of the era. I took the peices off and used rubbing achohol to strip the sticky surface. Black plastic was under the coating. Cleaned, armorol and hand buff. Or you could paint with a black satin (after stripping the sticky stuff)if you desire a less glossy finish
     
  8. 369graphics

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    #8 369graphics, May 20, 2014
    I know I'm a little late with this reply but I will share anyways. Regarding the "sticky" interior parts, I highly recommend sending them to stickynomore.com.
    The reason being is because if you use the solvents that were described there is a chance that the plastic could be destroyed and some of the pieces have a white coating under the black paint which help with the light transfer and will be permanently damaged.
    The solvents used by stickynomore have been generated through many trials and mishaps and perfected to accomplish the job. There is also a lot of "Elbow grease" that is involved in the process, not to mention the paint matchup to resemble stock refinishing.
    It's one thing to get the sticky off your interior parts but I'm sure you want the parts looking good.


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