michael_lowexj

What's the best way to take trim and adhesive off a 98 cherokee?

Evhfan2000

I grabbed the leading edge of the door trim and simply started peeling it back. I used a flexible razor knife to cut the body trim tape/adhesive as close to the paint as possible. After peeling off all the trim pieces, I used my pressure washer to slowly get under the remaining adhesive and slowly watch it peel back as the high pressure water does it's job. Aim the water at a sharp angle. It took about 30 minutes to so it.

You can also use a 3M stipe off wheel. They come with instructions on max rpms to be used at. They work good, just keep the rms down so you don't burn your paint.
Dean

michael_lowexj

Where do you get that at?

Evhfan2000

The 3M part number is 7498. You can check your local auto parts store but they aren't cheap. I found my best price online.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/3M-Stripe-Off-Wheel-07498-4-in-x-5-8-in-with-Mandrel-3m-7498-/330772747745?hash=item4d039795e1&item=330772747745&pt=Motors_Automotive_Tools&vxp=mtr

vulcan1701

I used the 3M eraser disc to get rid of a dealer sticker on the back. Works like a champ!

Xj88

THe XJ I just picked up had trim off already..but the glue/adhesive was still there. I got 95% of it off just by rolling it off with my fingers...now I just have a few small spots that I plan on hitting with bug and tar remover.

PurpleToxin505

GOO GONE! **** works like Black Magic

Evhfan2000

bug and tar remover and goo gone are great too once you get it down to just the last layer of film. I've also CAREFULLY used a plastic putty knife on my old Suburban with laquer thinner. That disco chrome along the bottom of the rockers had to go!

michael_lowexj

Anybody know any links on how to paint the flares and bumpers in bed liner the right way?

salad

What is "the right way" in your mind?

Take them off, prep them like a normal surface, and paint them. If plastic is bare you'll want to use something like Krylon Fusion for at least a priming coat.

Are you asking how to take off the bumper caps and flares? Or how to paint things?

michael_lowexj

There's a few videos on YouTube and they just tape stuff off. I was goin to take it off but I'm not sure how to take off all the flares and bumpers

Evhfan2000

I've seen flares removed and bolts break, strip etc. my advice would be to mask it off. Take your time and it will pay off.

Dean

michael_lowexj

Alright, could the bolts be replaced if broken or are they mad to where I couldn't. That was my main worry. And I'll mask them if it comes down to it

salad

Yes. The parts that break are the studs in the fender flare brackets. They'll shear off even if you live in the south, they're not SAE Grade Anything.

What myself and a bunch of other folks do is drill 'em out and put some new bolts in. Those with welders tack them in place but I just put a nut on. Works great! Takes some patience but that's all.