Cars > Cleaning OutsideSeptember 06, 2005

Duct Tape on Car

Does anyone know how to remove duct tape from the outside of a car? It is on the paint and around the back windshield. I am currently using Orange Blast, an auto degreaser. It is working, but very slowly. Any faster suggestions that would save the paint on my car would be great.

Roccoli

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06/30/2008

I have not tried this yet, but another source said to use boining water with tongs and then rub it off after it has softened.

By superhog (Guest Post) 06/30/2008

Have not tried it yet, but another blog said use tongs and boiling water then rub it off.

By Free (Guest Post) 07/06/2007

I had the same problem so I did a search and found this thread. I used WD-40 and it worked great, even on the weather stripping! Thanks!

By Barbie (Guest Post) 09/08/2005

WD-40 I have never had a problem with it affecting paint....can also be sprayed on places where bugs stick after washing the car......helps remove bugs for that matter.....visit the WD-40 website.. http://www.wd40.com/
...it has endless uses.....great product......

By Rene' (Guest Post) 09/07/2005

Try some shortening, let sit for 15 minutes. Wipe off,
then clean as usual!! It will soften the glue in the duct tape= My Hubby got burned with Hot Tar on a roof job- & it worked Great on removing the tar after it had cooled on Him!! Try a second time, if needed!

By Holly (Guest Post) 09/07/2005

I asked my DH, who works on cars. He said to get adhesive cleaner at Home Depot or an auto parts store.

By Sharon (Guest Post) 09/07/2005

Have you tried a hairdryer?...You may have tape residue left, but you can remove it with mineral spirits, lighter fluid, Goop or turpentine.

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