Originally Posted by
kunsunoke
There are three methods for getting old tubular adhesive off.
3) Blowtorch method - requires a propane torch, clean rags and temperature resistant gloves.
Overkill! A heatgun is more than enough, and is my first recommendation. Just warm the old glue 'til it bubbles and wipe it off with a disposable rag, easy-peasy. You could even use a hair dryer, if you're very patient (I'm not)
Acetone and mineral spirits work too, but are even slower, and make worse fumes.