How to remove tape goo from handlebars?
05-14-08, 10:44 PM
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Originally Posted by jbonamici
Oven cleaner might work
Originally Posted by pachuco_cadaver
blowtorch to burn the goo away, and sterilize the bars at the same time so no crawleys underneath the new tape.
06-26-15, 08:43 PM
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Hi Fellas,
Been following this topic and felt to contribute to the forums with something.
Attached below are my before and after handlebars pics.
For tape goo removal and cleaning I used a $3 Nail Polish Remover from CVS Pharmacy, and a regular sponge.
I hope you like the results!
Been following this topic and felt to contribute to the forums with something.
Attached below are my before and after handlebars pics.
For tape goo removal and cleaning I used a $3 Nail Polish Remover from CVS Pharmacy, and a regular sponge.
I hope you like the results!
06-27-15, 06:52 AM
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Originally Posted by due ruote
Oven cleaner might work, although admittedly I've never tried it. I'm in the wrap-over-it crowd. I also don't worry about the residue on my tubular rims, so at least I'm consistent.
I use solvents starting with mild (orange degreasers) and step up in strength until something works. Soaking and patience helps.
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My patented Zom-B-Gone failed to work?
06-15-20, 06:03 PM
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Nail Polish Remover aka Lacquer Thinner aka Acetone works great.
Originally Posted by ozai
Hi Fellas,
Been following this topic and felt to contribute to the forums with something.
Attached below are my before and after handlebars pics.
For tape goo removal and cleaning I used a $3 Nail Polish Remover from CVS Pharmacy, and a regular sponge.
I hope you like the results!
Attachment 461016Attachment 461017Attachment 461018Attachment 461019
Been following this topic and felt to contribute to the forums with something.
Attached below are my before and after handlebars pics.
For tape goo removal and cleaning I used a $3 Nail Polish Remover from CVS Pharmacy, and a regular sponge.
I hope you like the results!
Attachment 461016Attachment 461017Attachment 461018Attachment 461019
Works great... Nail Polish Remover is also sold as Lacquer-based Paint thinner and Acetone........ usually in larger quantities
Use gloves and in ventilated space.
06-15-20, 06:14 PM
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Originally Posted by himespau
My patented Zom-B-Gone failed to work?
Any kind of regular oil will soften tape goo, if you wait overnight, including cooking oil. Then you can scrub it off with soap and water if you want. The harsh solvents might be preferable if you really need it to be done in 2 minutes, which I rarely do. Admittedly, I'm on a mission to reduce the quantity and variety of chemicals in my house. Surely I don't need the entire Merck Index just to maintain a bike.
Otherwise, leave it on there, so the new tape sticks better. It's like sourdough bread, where you need leave a bit of the starter to make the next batch.
06-15-20, 08:45 PM
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Originally Posted by antchen
I obtained an old bike that had handlebars on.. I unwrapped the tape and there was this gooey film left all over. I tried goo gone and it didn't seem to work so well. any suggestions for a fast way to remove this stuff??
06-16-20, 06:37 AM
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Well, it's been 12 years since the OP asked for advice. I'd assume that the situation is resolved (or dissolved!) by now.
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Originally Posted by Chieftan
A piece of Duck Tape works...just keep blotting the stick residue. If you don't mind the fumes, 3M Adhesive Remover(Home Depot carries it) will take that stuff off in seconds with little effort. Of course, it'll probably give you cancer too. 
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Someone, here, suggested a pink school eraser. Been using it on new and old tape residue... most excellent!
06-17-20, 11:31 AM
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I just recently cleaned tape l goo off my drop bars with isopropyl alcohol. That was goo from electrical tape used to hold cable housing, not from the actual bar tape. I was eventually successful using that plus several paper towels.
However, I’m thinking that moving down the list to something more non-polar like acetone, paint thinner, or perhaps stripper would be quicker, if also a bit nastier.
Otto
However, I’m thinking that moving down the list to something more non-polar like acetone, paint thinner, or perhaps stripper would be quicker, if also a bit nastier.
Otto
06-18-20, 07:49 AM
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On bare metal I would use methylene chloride paint remover. It would dissolve anything paint/glue literally in a couple of minutes. Unfortunately the EPA nannies banned the stuff...said it was too dangerous for public use. Ha! I used the stuff for decades and never brained my damage.
06-18-20, 08:05 AM
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Originally Posted by Fissile
On bare metal I would use methylene chloride paint remover. It would dissolve anything paint/glue literally in a couple of minutes. Unfortunately the EPA nannies banned the stuff...said it was too dangerous for public use. Ha! I used the stuff for decades and never brained my damage.
06-18-20, 10:24 AM
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Originally Posted by Mr. 66
Its the liver you should be concerned with methylene chloride usage.
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