Menu toggle

Stone guard removal AARGHHHH!

Eldavo

Eldavo

PCGB Member
Member
Am midway through a decent 3 stage machine polish on the car and the stone guards are looking a bit tatty around the edges so decide to remove them, polish underneath them and replace with new.

What I actually did was manage to remove most of the top layer of one, a 10p sized bit of paint and leave myself a mess of hard melted goop. Used a heatgun and a plastic scraper to remove most of it but what is left is a sticky glue/plastic residue that hardens when cool.

I've ordered an eraser wheel and some IPA to try and remove the residue if that doesn't work I'm going to have to sand it back and get a friend to make a little smart repair.

If anyone has any tips or advice it would be appreciated and here's one of mine, if you're thinking of removing your stoneguards . . . . DON'T!
 
Petrol is usually used by the paint shops for removal. When I had mine done he said he used nearly a gallon as one was really bad.

When you come to put the new ones on use a water spray to mist the car and the guards, then put the stone guards in situ, this allows you to move them about without touching the inside of the guard and allows you to get the bubbles out. Water then evaporates.

PS no smoking please.
 
IMHO I would use acetone to dissolve the adhesive. Acetone seems to melt almost anything (except paint) but don't leave it on too long. For stubborn stuff you may need to apply several times to work through the thickness. Once all the glue is off, a good wash with very soapy warm water usually flushes away any residue.

Beware the fumes (very smelly and toxic ) and wear good rubber gloves (like dishwashing gloves) as it takes the oils out of your skin right up to your elbows [:D]
 
Where would I buy acetone, would it be my local chemist and would I need a prescription, would they have it to sell to the general public , or would B&Q or similiar have it ?
 
Before you start wiping wierd and wonderful concoctions over your paintwork just pop into your local bodyshop suppliers and ask for some residue removing fluid. I don't know whereabouts you are but we use Brown Brothers http://www.brownbrothers.com/contact-us/our-locations

If you are anywhere near Northampton then just pop into our workshop and I'll wipe it off for you (PM me your contact details). Surely your friend who is going to do the Smart repair will be able to do the same thing - he'll have wipes, fluids and in the worst case scenario mild thinners that will do the job
 
Well, the eraser wheel turned up today and is awesome!

Like a hot knife through butter. Makes lots of mess with bits of rubber flying everywhere but works very well.
 

ORIGINAL: majorporsche

Where would I buy acetone ...
Click to expand...

Over here (Canada) acetone is sold in tins (one liter and up) at the hardware store/home improvement center - like paint stripper, paint brush cleaner or solvent. Not usually sold in plastic bottles as it will melt plastic over time.....
 
You must log in or register to reply here.

Posts made and opinions expressed are those of the individual forum members

Use of the Forum is subject to the Terms and Conditions

Disclaimer

The opinions expressed on this site are not necessarily those of the Club, who shall have no liability in respect of them or the accuracy of the content. The Club assumes no responsibility for any effects arising from errors or omissions.

Porsche Club Great Britain gives no warranties, guarantees or assurances and makes no representations or recommendations regarding any goods or services advertised on this site. It is the responsibility of visitors to satisfy themselves that goods and/or services supplied by any advertiser are bona fide and in no instance can the Porsche Club Great Britain be held responsible.

When responding to advertisements please ensure that you satisfy yourself of any applicable call charges on numbers not prefixed by usual "landline" STD Codes. Information can be obtained from the operator or the white pages. Before giving out ANY information regarding cars, or any other items for sale, please satisfy yourself that any potential purchaser is bona fide.

Directors of the Board of Porsche Club GB, Club Office Staff, Register Secretaries and Regional Organisers are often requested by Club members to provide information on matters connected with their cars and other matters referred to in the Club Rules. Such information, advice and assistance provided by such persons is given in good faith and is based on the personal experience and knowledge of the individual concerned.

Neither Porsche Club GB, nor any of the aforementioned, shall be under any liability in respect of any such information, advice or assistance given to members. Members are advised to consult qualified specialists for information, advice and assistance on matters connected with their cars at all times.

Porsche
Lockton
Pirelli
Officially approved
Oracle Finance
WEX Esso
Collecting Cars
Back
Top