How to CLEAN N.O.S. Fan Shroud ?????

CamarosRus · #1 06-02-2002, 02:16 PM

Just bought and received a very rare 1970-72 Big Block Camaro Fan Shroud. On the top curved portion that most shows is some very old residue from (???) I'm guessing some kind of 3/4" wide tape by maybe 5" long. I've tried using a commercial cleaner made to remove grafitti and marks from fiberglas and epoxy panels but didnt really accomplish much.
I'm afraid to use anything abrasive and change the complexion. Also there is a small area that shows with a surface scratch/like from tip of sharp object. There must be a way to sand the surface and refinish...... This is (WAS) NOS and I dont want to have it look like anything else but.......HELP if you can.....Chuck

x44d80 · #2 06-02-2002, 04:38 PM

The local phone companies use a product called d-Gel that takes off alot of different stuff and is really safe on plastics, it comes in a plastic container, If you know any phone people ask if you can borrow some. I think it must be alot like the citrus products because of its smell but on the ingrediant list it says only it contains hydrocarbons....

BBIGG BLOCK 396 · #3 06-02-2002, 10:34 PM

I used some denatured alcahol on my 67 shroud,it didn't hurt it.I used a good clean rag,sparingly use the alcahol and rub lightly until th residue is gone.Before trying this on an area you can see,try a little on an area you can't see to make sure it doesen't hurt it any way.Plastic items vary in all types of chemical compositions and some can be cleaned easily some can't be cleaned at all without damage to them. Hope this helps

Bobby

BBIGG BLOCK 396 · #4 06-02-2002, 10:39 PM

Excuse the spelling it is suppose to be alcohol.I guess I need to use spell check more often!! [img]/ubbthreads/images/icons/shocked.gif[/img]

Bobby

Seattle Sam · #5 06-03-2002, 03:13 AM

Is it still sticky? You can remove sticky glue residue safely using motor oil (or WD40, or any other clean oil) and a soft cloth, just apply and gently rub, rub, rub. Keep applying small amounts of the oil to keep the area moistened. The oil neutralizes the sticky characteristic of the glue, allowing it to lift off.
Be very careful with any kind of solvent; look for a spot on the shroud that won't be exposed once it's installed and test it there if you must use solvent.
Good luck!
Sam

CamarosRus · #6 06-03-2002, 07:45 AM

No its NOT sticky......Its very apparent from some VERY old tape......But once again nothing sticky, but VERY OLD dried on residue none the less......What now ????? ......Chuck

BBIGG BLOCK 396 · #7 06-03-2002, 10:34 AM

Did you try a little denatured alcohol.I tell you it worked great removing the old sticker off mine.Caused no damage or discoloring.But please if you try it use a little where you cant see it first just to test it.

Bobby

CamarosRus · #8 06-03-2002, 05:23 PM

Worked both days over the weekend and DIDNT get around to trying denatured alcohol on shroud.....Seller says he will take it back......I'm in limbo as to what to do, as finding another NOS shroud will be very unlikely, yet I want this one to look "as new" from the factory.......carry on !!!!!

DjD · #9 06-03-2002, 05:31 PM

Try soaking it in water for several hrs to over night. If it's a stain it may not help but if it's just dry tape residue it will soften up.

jon rand · #10 06-14-2002, 03:46 AM

I say put a big MOROSO sticker over the spot it will cover it up and look realy COOL to

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