Peeling roof moulding strips
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Peeling roof rails C300
The rails are coated with the automotive equivalent of "Scotch" tape. Unfortunately by the time you notice a problem, it has deteriorated to the point where it won't stay together as you peel it.
I found the tape can be loosened with acetone. I wrapped paper towel around the rail and soaked it with atone for an hour and the tape came off quite easily. The rails look fine without any additional treatment
I found the tape can be loosened with acetone. I wrapped paper towel around the rail and soaked it with atone for an hour and the tape came off quite easily. The rails look fine without any additional treatment
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Originally Posted by dave@soundplann
The rails are coated with the automotive equivalent of "Scotch" tape. Unfortunately by the time you notice a problem, it has deteriorated to the point where it won't stay together as you peel it.
I found the tape can be loosened with acetone. I wrapped paper towel around the rail and soaked it with atone for an hour and the tape came off quite easily. The rails look fine without any additional treatment
I found the tape can be loosened with acetone. I wrapped paper towel around the rail and soaked it with atone for an hour and the tape came off quite easily. The rails look fine without any additional treatment
