BigBlack-V Posted December 8, 2015 Share Posted December 8, 2015 So my new car came with a clear bra which I am not a fan of. It is 6 years old and I have no clue the brand but I know the original owner had it installed. It is not peeling or cracking but its hazy and has sections with scratches. The hood is done in two pieces, fenders, bumper, headlights, side mirrors and in front of the rear wheels. I did some reading and watched some youtube clips and most use a steamer or a heat gun. I am not going to buy a steamer and a guy i know (who is a painter) said to either use a spray bottle with dish soap and water OR a heat gun and pull back slowly. Has anyone done this? Do you have any tips or advice on the removal? Jay I was 0. And I'm still a zero. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Subielove17 Posted December 8, 2015 Share Posted December 8, 2015 Go ask in the Caddy website. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dujo Posted December 8, 2015 Share Posted December 8, 2015 Oooh. That's cold. But funny. So, :thumbsup: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GTEASER Posted December 8, 2015 Share Posted December 8, 2015 Do the same way you wax your vagina CT, pull fast. GTEASER's 2012 Legacy GT - Sold GTEASER's 2009 XTeaser - Sold GTEASER's 1992 Legacy SS - Sold Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigBlack-V Posted December 9, 2015 Author Share Posted December 9, 2015 Go ask in the Caddy website. Do the same way you wax your vagina CT, pull fast. F you both I'm Fjuans ass I was 0. And I'm still a zero. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XPEL Posted December 9, 2015 Share Posted December 9, 2015 So my new car came with a clear bra which I am not a fan of. It is 6 years old and I have no clue the brand but I know the original owner had it installed. It is not peeling or cracking but its hazy and has sections with scratches. The hood is done in two pieces, fenders, bumper, headlights, side mirrors and in front of the rear wheels. I did some reading and watched some youtube clips and most use a steamer or a heat gun. I am not going to buy a steamer and a guy i know (who is a painter) said to either use a spray bottle with dish soap and water OR a heat gun and pull back slowly. Has anyone done this? Do you have any tips or advice on the removal? Jay As far as removal goes, we usually recommend a steamer or heat gun, and to pull the film is this manner: Here is one of our independent installers that shows you how to remove the film effectively. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigBlack-V Posted December 9, 2015 Author Share Posted December 9, 2015 As far as removal goes, we usually recommend a steamer or heat gun, and to pull the film is this manner: [ATTACH]221035[/ATTACH] Here is one of our independent installers that shows you how to remove the film effectively. i watched that guys video once and I will watch it again. I also bought a 30$ steamer from amazon which has pretty good reviews. thanks I was 0. And I'm still a zero. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeterJMC Posted December 9, 2015 Share Posted December 9, 2015 I would say you should go with a steamer. It will have more use inside your house than a one time use heatgun. I pulled the matte black vinyl off my Prius with a steamer. It was easy peasy. Sent from my LG-H811 using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theflystyle Posted December 12, 2015 Share Posted December 12, 2015 Check out the video from AmmoNYC. They did a removal on a Porsche with steam IIRC. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigBlack-V Posted December 28, 2015 Author Share Posted December 28, 2015 Yesterday I removed the clear bra from my car that the original owner put on about 6 years ago. The hood, fenders and bumper had perm bug marks along with marks and scratches that were beyond saving. It took about 4 hours with a small steamer and everything came off without much glue besides part of the fenders and hood. This is probably due to the hood being in the direct sun light or the heat from the motor. I have done a good amount of reading and I have read everything from people using gasoline http://forums.nasioc.com/forums/images/smilies/lol.gifto rubbing alcohol, goo gone, goof off, terminator bug and tar but the most commonly talked about item was WD-40. I am very leary about using that on my paint but even talking to a auto body guy for 10 years said the same thing. What are your suggestions and or experience? I purchased a this on amazon as its on autogeek however I have read several things about people using WD-40 without any issues and that it IS safe for paint. [ame=http://www.amazon.com/3M-38983-General-Purpose-Adhesive/dp/B004EBNTYK/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1451314949&sr=8-3&keywords=3m+adhesive+remover]Amazon.com: 3M 38983 General Purpose Adhesive Remover - 12 oz.: Automotive[/ame] I was 0. And I'm still a zero. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jasejase Posted December 28, 2015 Share Posted December 28, 2015 you ask a reputable body shop how much they would charge to remove it? You may be able to get it done for much cheaper than you think.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigBlack-V Posted December 28, 2015 Author Share Posted December 28, 2015 you ask a reputable body shop how much they would charge to remove it? You may be able to get it done for much cheaper than you think.... I have not but its worth a phone call. pics attached I was 0. And I'm still a zero. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jasejase Posted December 28, 2015 Share Posted December 28, 2015 uhhh yeah. call a reputable body or detail shop. Or drive it to one at lunch if you have the car. That looks horrible. If under $100, I'd be tempted to let someone else deal with it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigBlack-V Posted December 28, 2015 Author Share Posted December 28, 2015 It is JUST the hood and tops of the fenders and the rest came off with no problems. I ordered the 3M stuff and will try that first to see what happens. A local body shop said $75 an hour and they have no clue how long it would take without seeing it. I do not want to really drive the car as anything outside will just stick to the adhesive causing it to potentially scuff or scratch when the adhesive is being removed. The shop said the 3M stuff should work well so I will give that a shot first and see what happens I guess. I was 0. And I'm still a zero. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jasejase Posted December 28, 2015 Share Posted December 28, 2015 gotcha. do a small spot and see what happens. I just see that turning into a time consuming nightmare! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigBlack-V Posted December 28, 2015 Author Share Posted December 28, 2015 gotcha. do a small spot and see what happens. I just see that turning into a time consuming nightmare! yea well the car is sitting so if i do a little at a time its not a big deal. I will see how it goes. All I gots is time bruh !! I was 0. And I'm still a zero. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeterJMC Posted December 28, 2015 Share Posted December 28, 2015 if you do end up driving it to a shop, just throw some saran wrap on there and some painters tape to hold it down. Good job on getting that clear bra off. Did you try using a clay bar? That thing pulls up even glue. but it looks like you'll need a lot of clay. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jasejase Posted December 28, 2015 Share Posted December 28, 2015 yea well the car is sitting so if i do a little at a time its not a big deal. I will see how it goes. All I gots is time bruh !! Some how you have a lot of time... and a kid. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
laz Posted December 28, 2015 Share Posted December 28, 2015 Taking glue off a car is the worst freaking thing ever! Talk to a shop that does vinyl wraps, it's the same concept. This is why I hate clear bras. You may want to try some lacquer thinner as well. You will probably end up wet sanding and buffing all areas. Black is the worst color to do any type of detailing as everything shows. I would not clean that glue for any money in the world! You have a hard job ahead of you. And before anyone else says it, stop cummin on your hood! --- Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jasejase Posted December 28, 2015 Share Posted December 28, 2015 tldr - take it to a shop LOL (and stop jizzing on your hood) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
laz Posted December 28, 2015 Share Posted December 28, 2015 The 3M pin stripe removal wheel works well in some instances. May be a good tool. [ame=http://www.amazon.com/3M-Stripe-Wheel-Mandrel-Diameter/dp/B00063VT0G/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1451326755&sr=8-1&keywords=pin+stripe+remover+adapter]3M Stripe Off Wheel 07498, 3/8" Mandrel, 4" Diameter x 5/8" Width, Beige (Pack of 1): Power Rotary Tool Accessories: Amazon.com: Industrial & Scientific[/ame] --- Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigBlack-V Posted December 28, 2015 Author Share Posted December 28, 2015 if you do end up driving it to a shop, just throw some saran wrap on there and some painters tape to hold it down. Good job on getting that clear bra off. Did you try using a clay bar? That thing pulls up even glue. but it looks like you'll need a lot of clay. car will be clayed before we do the paint restoration but clay isnt really an adhesive remover. Taking glue off a car is the worst freaking thing ever! Talk to a shop that does vinyl wraps, it's the same concept. This is why I hate clear bras. You may want to try some lacquer thinner as well. You will probably end up wet sanding and buffing all areas. Black is the worst color to do any type of detailing as everything shows. I would not clean that glue for any money in the world! You have a hard job ahead of you. And before anyone else says it, stop cummin on your hood! yea i would probably never put a clear bra on a car again after this but it did need to come off. Right now I am going to attempt to remove the adhesive myself with the 3M product and if that does not work I will try goof off. If by some odd chance both of those do not work I will go with WD-40 as I have read several places. Should be a fun job thats for sure lol The 3M pin stripe removal wheel works well in some instances. May be a good tool. 3M Stripe Off Wheel 07498, 3/8" Mandrel, 4" Diameter x 5/8" Width, Beige (Pack of 1): Power Rotary Tool Accessories: Amazon.com: Industrial & Scientific yea not sure i wana take that wheel with my dremel to my car ... I was 0. And I'm still a zero. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
laz Posted December 28, 2015 Share Posted December 28, 2015 Wimp! It is amazing at how it works! It does not strip paint, just the glue above it. But knowing you, you'll probably f it up! I also bet you that you will have a different shade of black between the clear bra p arts and the other parts after the car is detailed. --- Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigBlack-V Posted December 28, 2015 Author Share Posted December 28, 2015 Wimp! It is amazing at how it works! It does not strip paint, just the glue above it. But knowing you, you'll probably f it up! I also bet you that you will have a different shade of black between the clear bra p arts and the other parts after the car is detailed. The car only has 18k miles on it and does not sit outside much so after the detail I doubt the colors will differ. Also the whole hood, fenders were done in the clear bra so after paint restoration it should look better than new. I was 0. And I'm still a zero. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
laz Posted December 28, 2015 Share Posted December 28, 2015 The car only has 18k miles on it and does not sit outside much so after the detail I doubt the colors will differ. Also the whole hood, fenders were done in the clear bra so after paint restoration it should look better than new. Just dont jizz on it again. mmkay. --- Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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