Removing Duct Tape Residue

[mswyka]

Does anyone know a good way to remove duct tape residue from a fibreglass hood?  On this 89, rather than use the windscreen tabs someone thought it better to hold the windscreen with duct tape.  And, while the tape backing came off fairly easily, it has left a miserable amount of adhesive behind.  I dont want to use anything that will ruin the hood.

[Interceptor398]

WD 40 can be OK.

[mswyka]

WD 40 can be OK.

WD40 is my normal go-to for sticker residue.  In this case the WD40 didn't cut it.  I have attached a photo for reference. 

[Interceptor398]

WD 40 can be OK.

WD40 is my normal go-to for sticker residue.  In this case the WD40 didn't cut it.  I have attached a photo for reference.

Ish!!!!

[gixxer6]

I used to use “bug and tar remover” years ago, it worked amazingly.  It was a white paste substance that came in a can.  But I used the last of it a while back and was unable to find it again.  I’ve tried a few different adhesive remover products with marginal results. 

[mswyka]

I used to use “bug and tar remover” years ago, it worked amazingly.  It was a white paste substance that came in a can.  But I used the last of it a while back and was unable to find it again.  I’ve tried a few different adhesive remover products with marginal results.

I had not thought of using Bug and Tar remover.  Thank you for the suggestion.  I will need to give that a try and let you know how that works out.

[mswyka]

Excellent call on the bug and tar remover!  Worked great to soften the goo.  Then used WD40 to finish the clean-up.  Good as new!

[gixxer6]

Excellent call on the bug and tar remover!  Worked great to soften the goo.  Then used WD40 to finish the clean-up.  Good as new!

What kind did you use?

[mswyka]

Good question. I am out of town right now but will check when I get back next week.