Trying to remove 3M adhesive from previous mounting of GPS mounting disk on my dashboard. Will this product damage the dashboard material?
1631103
I think it would depend on the adhesive that was used to stick the GPS on in the first place. If it's kind of a sticky rubber basedadhesive I would bet that this remover would work. If it is that kind of adhesive my guess would be that it will work without anydamage to your dash. It's not like a harsh solvent that eats plastic. Good luck.
1631104
I would think not, I sprayed it on some trim molding and it didn't hurt it.
583617
I've been using it on my black textured dashboard for several months now. The only physical damage that may occur is a sunspot. If you maintain your car occasionally slightly relocating The holder then this could be avoided
583619
Some material on dashboards is too texured to use just the suction cup attachment alone. I use the included metal circle to insure greater adhesion of the holder under all conditions. It has never bumped off using the disc. It will definitely stick without the disc---BUT not IN-definitely. If you find you need to use the disc, it sticks on there as long as the adhesive works. I haven't had any problems using the disc. You can try to find SOME smooth surface/place on your dash but it might not be as convenient to use. I don't know if any "sunfading" might occur over the long term.
2115182
Get a can of 3M Adhesive Remover, it is the only thing safe to use to remove adhesive from automotive paint and plastics. It comes in a quart can as a liquid or in an aerosol spray can.
1504791
The adhesive and suction are very strong an sturdy. I have mine stuck to my dashboard and I do not remove it. However I'm sure, as with most adhesive backings, that if u keep removing it, it will probably wear down. I don't know about that company's policy on replacements.
1130945
Try washing the mount in warm soapy water. Then air dry. Make sure it is free of all dirt and dust. Also make sure the dashboard is very clean. This should help it stick.
900006
The unit has a suction cup with a material that is very sticky that seals so well that the bond is very strong. My dashboard has a typical hard plastic surface that is not absolutely smooth; the texture is a pebbly faux leather with very small, rounded bumps. Also, the dash is slightly curved where my unit is mounted. Nevertheless, the iOttie has stayed in place since I mounted it two months ago. With respect to your question about removal, yes, it was easy for me to remove it from the dashboard when I repositioned it during initial mounting. I cannot speak to how easy it would be if I removed it now, but have no reason to believe it would be different. Removal was not a matter of releasing the lever on the suction cup ... that was step 1. I used the tip of a plastic knife to gently lift the edge of the suction cup up enough to allow air into the center, then peeled the unit off. It left a little sticky residue--very slight--that wiped off with a damp cloth. The iOttie remounted easily immediately thereafter and has stayed put ever since.
1082361
No, it does not damage the dashboard at all. The bottom is made of a rubbery type surface that doesn't slip, and there's a rectangular pad also on the bottom that feels kind of jelly like that helps it stick, but has no actual adhesive.
410018
I removed the 3M clear film from the front of my Country Coach Motorhome. Left behind was a very difficult adhesive residue. I used 3M General Purpose Adhesive Cleaner to remove this adhesive residue. Just spray it on liberally and wipe off with a clean terry cloth. Lots of elbow grease so get ready.
1757384
It had no adhesive for mounting, but is pretty dificult to unmount the original one for the adhesive. So i just put the new one over the old adhesive with no problem.
892517
The adhesive strips are very strong, but I think if you were able to get the top off, you could use Goo Gone to remove any remaining residue. Might take some elbow grease though too.
1284063
If left in for extended amounts of time, the plastic around the slot will start to warp. I always remove mine when I am getting out of the car. It's not really permanent damage, and it depends on the set up of your cd slot and console in your car. The dust protectors made of fabric in the cd slot will get slightly deformed, but again this is not really considered damage. If I had a brand new car, I might think twice before using this product.
26370
Yes you can. I've mounted my Dash Disk on Dash board of my 2003 VW Passat. I centered the disk on top front edge of the dash and use the mount "upside down". (opposite of whats shown)This lets the GPS hang in the middle of the center vents and makes for a somewhat unobstructed view of the wind shield. (and I still get enough A/C through the vents) I used denatured alcohol to pre-clean the dash before sticking the double sided tape to it. After 6 months of Southern California Sun and Heat, the Disk is still super solid. I hope this helps!
1082360
hi..to be honest with you, i did not peel the adhesive, its heavy enough and my dashboard is wide and kinda steep enough of a surface, it very rarely and slightly tips off, especially if you want to remove it for many different reasons, you better off just not to peel off the adhesive, but you really want to peel off the adhesive, remember, it will leave a mark after sometimes, its inevitable,
1530469
I have never used the adhesive disk, bur it looks like it may leave some residue to be scrubbed off. I cant imagine it doing permanent damage though.
1534461
I've used UnDu self adhesive remover for the residue after removing wheel weights. It's the best! Worth every penny of my time & patience, too.
957102
You won't be able to just pry it off, without risking damage to your dash. It can and I did remove one with adhesive remover. Work it around the edges with q-tip. A real light oil will work also.