ttriolo Posted October 8, 2007 Share #1 Posted October 8, 2007 Advertisement (gone after registration) Recently, in an effort to keep a plastic LCD overlay in place, I taped down the corners to the cameras body. OK, I admit it, a stupid thing to do. Now, after removing the tape, I have some residual adhesive gunk on the black paint of the bottom plate. Nothing I have tried so far removes it and before I try Goof-Off, I thought I'd see if anyone has any other suggestions. I have ruined other stuff using GO (mainly plastic items) so I'm trying to be cautious. I don't want to run the risk of removing paint. Any suggestions? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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marknorton Posted October 8, 2007 Share #2 Posted October 8, 2007 What sort of tape did you use? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
giordano Posted October 8, 2007 Share #3 Posted October 8, 2007 Some kinds of tape adhesive, you can just warm the area with a hairdryer, then rub with a finger and roll the adhesive into little balls. Otherwise, the M8 black chrome (but not the white markings) seems resistant to lighter fluid and acetone. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted October 8, 2007 Share #4 Posted October 8, 2007 Hello For stickey tape residue removal I use a little spray furniture polish.Just spray some on to a saucer or similar then apply a small amount too the stickey stuff ,leave a short while and wipe off with a soft cloth.Used it on all sorts of delicate surfaces. Brian Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnwolf Posted October 8, 2007 Share #5 Posted October 8, 2007 Try an adhesive remover like Goo Gone or Goo Be Gone? They won't harm the paint. Go is a paint stripper. Way to strong. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guy_mancuso Posted October 8, 2007 Share #6 Posted October 8, 2007 Tony may want to try some eclipse that you may have to clean the sensor. i ran it over the LCD once after cleaning the sensor and caused no harm but it may dissolve the glue . BTW i don't think goof off would hurt it but maybe try this first Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ttriolo Posted October 8, 2007 Author Share #7 Posted October 8, 2007 Advertisement (gone after registration) What sort of tape did you use? Just standard "Scotch" type transparent tape. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted October 8, 2007 Share #8 Posted October 8, 2007 Hi A better tape than normal Scotch Tape is a Scotch product called Magic tape.This does not leave any residue. Brian Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
gesper Posted October 8, 2007 Share #9 Posted October 8, 2007 Try Goo Gone instead. I have used it on CD cases, cardboard album covers, etc. and never had a problem. Goof Off is overkill. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
photolandscape Posted October 8, 2007 Share #10 Posted October 8, 2007 Just standard "Scotch" type transparent tape. Scotch tape is a 3M product. Why not call or e-mail them and ask? They know their stuff. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ttriolo Posted October 8, 2007 Author Share #11 Posted October 8, 2007 Try Goo Gone instead. I have used it on CD cases, cardboard album covers, etc. and never had a problem. Goof Off is overkill. Never heard of Goo Gone. Where can I find it? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
guy Posted October 8, 2007 Share #12 Posted October 8, 2007 I'd try lighter fluid: cheap, and it works. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rogwp Posted October 8, 2007 Share #13 Posted October 8, 2007 A little butter rubbed onto the residue with a clean cloth will remove it without any damage. I use unsalted butter, because that's all I have. Roger Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
citrus Posted October 8, 2007 Share #14 Posted October 8, 2007 Some glues also go off with nail polisher - but better try on a different surface before you put it on the M8 for testing if it does not harm. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
john_nyc Posted October 8, 2007 Share #15 Posted October 8, 2007 I used WD-40 to get the rather thick residue of the sticker off of the bottom of the grip and a citrus-based furniture polish to get it off of the standard bottom plate. In both instances I applied the fluid to a cotton rag and rubbed gently but deliberately. Worked like a charm each time. Since it's only scotch tape residue that you're dealing with, I can't imagine that anything stronger than the previously mentioned butter or some cooking oil would be required. Just be sure to apply it to a cloth and not directly to the camera body, to avoid the risk of spillage. Good luck! John Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
howardeisemann Posted October 8, 2007 Share #16 Posted October 8, 2007 I am under the impression that the bottom and top plate is plated brass, not painted. Any of the solvents mentioned would be safe to use. Over vigorous rubbing will produce rub mark, not from the solvent, but from friction. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jfgilbert Posted October 9, 2007 Share #17 Posted October 9, 2007 It looks like there is some mixed information in the responses. Lighter fluid, acetone (in nail polish remover) and Goof Off are solvents. They can all be used to remove paint, they dissolve plastic, and I would not recommend getting either near a camera body. They may be safe on a metallic surface that is not painted, but they are dangerous near most kinds of plastic and most paints. Goo Gone or WD40 are completely different, they are basically just oil, and act by penetrating between the two matters that are stuck to each other. They are a lot safer on a about any kind of finish, except some porous ones that may get stained. Use a very small amount, follow Guy's advice to test first on a hidden area, and it should be all you need. Jacques Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guy_mancuso Posted October 9, 2007 Share #18 Posted October 9, 2007 I know eclipse did not casue any harm to the LCD since i ran it on there already. i would honestly start there before the heavy solvent stuff. If your really nervous about this than call leica customer service for advice. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
marknorton Posted October 9, 2007 Share #19 Posted October 9, 2007 I agree with Guy, solvents like lighter fluid and acetone are pretty heavy duty. I'd try Eclipse first, then Iso-propyl alcohol. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
stunsworth Posted October 9, 2007 Share #20 Posted October 9, 2007 Lighter fuel is ok. I removed the protective plastic from my M8's base plate when it started to look rough. There was a lot of residue left and lighter fluid removed it without any issues. Make sure you don't get any on the inside of the base. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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