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Old Sep 9, 2006 | 04:10 PM
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Is it posible for me to remove my Zenon hood scoop without hurting the paint. It is held on with alot of 3M tape. Thanks.
Old Sep 9, 2006 | 04:43 PM
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Fishing line works pretty good for small items. Not sure you'll be able to get off an entire scoop without damaging the scoop in the process. Patience is the key to removing anything atached with 3M tape. The adhesive residue comes off quite easily with bar & tar remover. Good luck!
Old Sep 10, 2006 | 08:47 PM
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In addition to the fishing line a hairdryer (no heat gun) on a warm day helps a lot.
Old Sep 10, 2006 | 11:04 PM
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Hairdryer is a good idea.

Also, invest in a bottle of "3M #08987 General Purpose Adhesive Cleaner". You can get this at most auto parts stores. It comes in a red and white aerosol or rectangular can. This is BY FAR the best "sticky stuff" remove you will ever use. I use this in my motorcycle shop. I know a lot of professional mechanics (Auto, aviation, and heavy equipment) and they all swear by it. Expect to pay about $10-12 for a can. A little goes a long way, and it won't harm auto paint.
Old Sep 10, 2006 | 11:34 PM
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Good product tip, will look for it. Thanks.
Old Sep 10, 2006 | 11:47 PM
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if you are going to use fishing line, make sure its braided line, and use it to "saw" through the tape.
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