Stock tape removal...

[gpoldblue]

Need to remove existing stock tape from my BR rifle before having it painted and need advice as to the best way to do this. Thanks to all who answer.

 

[alinwa]

I've had good luck with a hair dryer on the two I've removed. Hardly a large pool of experience but ....

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[abintx]

Here's some ideas presented in the past from a variety of sources.

Removing stock tape

What's the best way to remove it without damaging the paint job ???

1. Carefully peel it off, then use mineral spirits on a cloth (old t-shirt works well) to remove any glue residue.

2. Use automotive adhesive remover from an auto paint store. I think it's a 3M product. The best stuff I've used for tape, decals, etc., has not harmed any paint I've used it on.

3. Use a blow dryer to heat it up. Glue residue came off with alcohol.

4. Spray WD40 under one corner and work it off slowly.

5. The hair dryer method worked well.