What removes duct tape adhesive?

Anyone know what the best thing is for removing the residual adhesive from Duct Tape? Preferably something which won't affect the color of the plastic dashboard on which it is stuck. Normally I'd expect laquer thinner or something to cut through it but I think it would make it look like hell afterwards. TIA

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James Goforth
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WD40

Bob

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Bob Urz

Stay away from any hard core solvents on your dashboard. Try lighter fluid.

Reply to
Mike Marlow

Some skin softeners work well, like Skin-so-soft, but you really have to rub it in.

I've also heard some vegetable oils, or even peanut butter.

Then there's commercial products, like Goo-Gone.

Reply to
Mike Y

Mineral spirits works fine

mike

Reply to
Mike Hunter

I second lighter fluid.

Steve

Reply to
Steve Mackie

Try the citrus based solvent, but test on an inconspicuous area first. I think the chemical name is D-Limanol but not sure.

Reply to
C W

Lighter fluid is what finally worked .

Reply to
James Goforth

Next time try WD40.

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RaceWoodward

Lighter fluid will beat WD40, hands down, every time.

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Steve Mackie

I am not knocking ligher fluid. WD40 is a bit more common / convenient than lighter fluid and worth a try.

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RaceWoodward

chemical name of "lighter fluid"................NAPTHA.......available at wal-mart in a gallon container...........

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BAD 4 GOOD

Problem with WD40 is the residue...and the smell. It also doesn't work quite as well as lighter fluid.

Steve

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Steve Mackie

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