hobbsdevon

I just got my first c5 a few days ago and removed the side molding. It definitely wasn’t taken care if well, and this residue was left behind. Any ideas what it is or how to remove it? Wouldn’t come off with a rubber wheel/goo gone, scraping with a credit card, or a good wash. Thanks!

MosEspa

I have thought about doing the same thing to my C5 but worried about this exact issue.
Goo Gone is what I was going to suggest but since you tried that I would search for more / different ones that people recommend.


This guy uses another "citrus cleaner" and WD-40 - says to use a heat gun and credit card can work too... but of course this is on a newer C7.
Start at about the 8:30 mark of the video.

streetstrip

I did mine. Used fishing line,

a heat gun, soft plastic scaper and then WD40. After it was all off. I washed it to get all the chemical (WD40) off. Then I used a polishing compound on a dual action polisher

hobbsdevon

Thanks for the ideas but this isn’t the adhesive. I got that off without issue, this stuff is in a ring around where the molding used to be.

streetstrip

Ok got it, mine didn't have that, would assume that is wax and dirt build up. Try WD40 if you havent yet. If that doesn't work, I would wet sand it with 1000 grit then come back with 1500 grit then dual action polisher

hyperv6

I use lighter fluid on all the emblem and strip removals. It does not harm the paint. It technically is a oil.

Just do not smoke around it and it will evaporate fast.

JJ in FL

You can try some rubbing compound...lightly in a small spot, it most likely will get that all off. You can actually just try some polish first since that will be less abrasive.

jdmvette

i used this stuff when removing my BSMs

https://www.homedepot.com/b/Goof-Off/N-5yc1vZ4jx

Vetteman Jack

Good luck - if you are able to get it cleaned up, please post up what worked for you.

nitromainia

Monsters Adhesive Remover

Use Saran Wrap over it to prevent drying of the solution.

let penetrate several hours or overnight

Remove with Plastic Razor-blade or credit card or Bondo Applicator

WD40 or Jet-A (Kerosene) also works

key is Saran Wrap and Keeping your penetrant wet and on for a few hours

Time is your Friend

Patience is Key

Missileboy

Another WD-40 user. If it is REALLY stubborn, use some neverdull then wash it well with some good soapy water.

c5arlen

No.... The key is leave em on the car! Zero problems.

Sydwayz

3M Adhesive Remover
Amazon

ztheusa

It might be a repainted door..................in which case it will need another repaint

Frank4202

Would a clay bar do anything?

hyperv6

If it was just dirt yes it it is still adhesive it needs a solvent. This is why in said lighter fluid. It is a solvent and it dissolves the adhesive. It is oil based so it will not harm the paint.

Just refrain from smoking. I have used it for years to remove car emblems.