Sticky wheels weight residue

[java]

I know someone that works in a muffler and brake shop and they always use brake cleaner to clean the sticky weight residue. So I was always wondering is it safe to use on the wheels finish without causing any damage?

[Desertnate]

I don't think I'd go that harsh.

I'd start with a bug/tar remover or something like Goo Gone. Goo Gone has always worked for me on even some of the nastiest adhesive residue.

[FUNX650]

-3M Adhesive Cleaner/Remover
-Wurth Clean Solv/Prep

Bob

[Alansr]

2nd the GooGone

[jamesboyy]

when I remove that type of glue off my wheels I used bug and tar remover with an cotton rag(that way the glue stick to the rag/ i could throw it out if I wanted) then I was left with a black semi sticky stain so I placed meguiars M105 and followed it with M205 and it was good as new

[BrutalNoodle]

Agreed with Goo Gone suggested.

You can find it anywhere (Target, Walgreens, etc). And cheap. An 8oz bottle should last you years.

[CarolinasFinestDetailing]

I like to mix a bit of Goo Gone with water and use in a spray bottle. Works well for lower panels/valences with road tar and removing adhesive.

[oldmodman]

Since I have gallons of it I use Naptha.

Pour some onto a rag and let it sit on the old wheel tape and a few minutes later the crud just wipes off. And a gallon of it should last most of you for years.

[aim4squirrels]

-3M Adhesive Cleaner/Remover
-Wurth Clean Solv/Prep

Bob

I can vouch for the 3M adhesive remover. Much faster than goo-gone.


Probably more toxic too...

[FUNX650]

I can vouch for the 3M adhesive remover. Much faster than goo-gone.


Probably more toxic too...
CITRUS EXTRACT...
Is probably less toxic than...
ALCOHOLS (C9-11) ETHOXYLATED.

Bob

[WillWashesCars]

I usually just use a plastic scraper and steam but if they are stubborn I use 3m Adhesive Remover and it does the trick!

[java]

The brake fluid cleaner was removing the sticky weight residue in seconds so I wasn't sure how safe it is for the wheels. For my cars I think am going to try the 3m adhesive remover.


Thanks for the replies everyone.