Removing adhesive glue from a rag top


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Old 10-26-17, 08:23 AM
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Cool Removing adhesive glue from a rag top

We purchased a rag top Miata that had a new rag top put on before we bought it. I live in sunny California and it gets very very hot in the San Joaquin Valley. So......the glue/adhesive that was used in making this rag top has melted and stained the top every place that the glue/adhesive was used. How can I remove this substance from the canvas..........Can any one help with this.....
 
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Old 10-26-17, 09:59 AM
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Try a little goo gone, Maybe some acetone, Try on a hard to see area first.
 
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WD40, cooking oil, ... depends on the glue sometimes. Might also be easier done with the top in the hot sun.
 
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Tough

This is a tough type of stain, and was apparently not uncommon on some early factory Miata tops. Goo gone seems to be a solution, you apply it, let sit for a few minutes, agitate gently with a soft toothbrush, and blot it off (rather rub or smear it about). Wash off the goo gone residues with 303 cleaner, or simple green and a wet towel. Let dry completely, and do over repeatedly til you get it as good as it will get. You might not get it all, but with a bit of luck will reduce the staining. It may well bleed out again under high heat.
 
 

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