Junkman Posted September 2, 2014 Share Posted September 2, 2014 Since those stupid tax discs are now thankfully going to be binned forever, I'll immediately want to remove that daft holder the moment my last one expires (can't wait). What is the best method to get 40 year old, presumably fossilised, glue residue off the windscreen without leaving a trace? I was thinking this: But are there better methods?If not, where can I find examples of those blades that are still made in England, and not China? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
willswitchengage Posted September 2, 2014 Share Posted September 2, 2014 ScotchBrite could work, or an organic solvent WOT UR NOT LEAVING URS ON AS A MEMENTO? Junkman, Angrydicky and Squire_Dawson 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pillock Posted September 2, 2014 Share Posted September 2, 2014 Blades will only work on flat profile. If your screen is curved in two dimensions, you'll scratch the shit out of it as the corners will dig in and the middle won't be touching. Either some sort of sticky stuff remover spray like Bettaware and all those types do (probably JML and something in The Range too), or put a hammer through it after checking insurance excess. Junkman 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twosmoke300 Posted September 2, 2014 Share Posted September 2, 2014 Tar and glue remover Junkman and Sigmund Fraud 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Junkman Posted September 2, 2014 Author Share Posted September 2, 2014 WOT UR NOT LEAVING URS ON AS A MEMENTO? I IZ NO PINAPPLAR Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steviemillar Posted September 2, 2014 Share Posted September 2, 2014 Zoffers are the best when removing residue, a bit salty maybe but does the job admirably http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/like/331301307439?limghlpsr=true&hlpv=2&ops=true&viphx=1&hlpht=true&lpid=108&device=t&adtype=pla&crdt=0&ff3=1&ff11=ICEP3.0.0-L&ff12=67&ff13=80&ff14=108&ff19=0 Junkman 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trigger Posted September 2, 2014 Share Posted September 2, 2014 I'm going to buy a age related tax disc to put in mine, that would also seem to be a very good business to get oneself into also. Junkman and saucedoctor 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Formula Autos Posted September 2, 2014 Share Posted September 2, 2014 Nail varnish remover (also known as acetone) removes most glues from glass. As an added bonus it can be procured for free from the missus, if you are so afflicted. A far cheaper option though would be to buy some from Boots or The Pound Shop. Probably not the most effective of stuff mind, but for most of us it'll be knocking around in the house anyhow. Vince70, DS20 and Junkman 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Angrydicky Posted September 2, 2014 Share Posted September 2, 2014 Think I'll just leave the last ones in my cars for old times sake. Magnificent Rustbucket, eddyramrod and Micrashed 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
overrun Posted September 2, 2014 Share Posted September 2, 2014 I'm going to buy a age related tax disc to put in mine, that would also seem to be a very good business to get oneself into also. Someone already does that, trig and I have had one displayed in my Escort, since I re-taxed it at the beginning of the year and nobody sez nowt. #abovethelaw Junkman, HillmanImp and trigger 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lisbon_road Posted September 2, 2014 Share Posted September 2, 2014 Sadly I am the anal weido who still has the first tax discs off my cars so I will put them in. 1983 for my 1967 Viva. Sad - oh yes! Craig the Princess 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DVee8 Posted September 2, 2014 Share Posted September 2, 2014 Grinder Minimad5, Junkman and forddeliveryboy 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Asimo Posted September 2, 2014 Share Posted September 2, 2014 Cooking oil is very good on most sticky stuff if petrol won't do. My tax discs are all going through the shredder asap! Junkman 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
overrun Posted September 2, 2014 Share Posted September 2, 2014 Old motors suit this tat, imo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vulgalour Posted September 2, 2014 Share Posted September 2, 2014 cellulose thinners, clay bar, T-cut (other cutting compounds available) and good old elbow grease can all assist with this endeavour. For best results, replace screen. Junkman, Vince70, Parky and 1 other 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Junkman Posted September 2, 2014 Author Share Posted September 2, 2014 For best results, replace screen. You know, I might just do that.It's the only way to make absolutely sure, that there is no trace of any stinking government left. gtd2000 and anonymous user 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vulgalour Posted September 2, 2014 Share Posted September 2, 2014 or put a hammer through it after checking insurance excess. All the tiny bits of glass in all the places. Use the hammer *after* you've removed the windscreen. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saucedoctor Posted September 2, 2014 Share Posted September 2, 2014 cellulose thinners, clay bar, T-cut (other cutting compounds available) and good old elbow grease can all assist with this endeavour. For best results, replace screen. cellulose thinners, clay bar, T-cut (other cutting compounds available) and good old elbow grease can all assist with this endeavour. For best results, replace screen. Literally! vulgalour and Junkman 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EssDeeWon Posted September 2, 2014 Share Posted September 2, 2014 New windscreen? Junkman 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
overrun Posted September 2, 2014 Share Posted September 2, 2014 You know, I might just do that.It's the only way to make absolutely sure, that there is no trace of any stinking government left. Jim Bell and Junkman 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trigger Posted September 2, 2014 Share Posted September 2, 2014 This is the place I'm gonna get my reproduction tax discs from, a mate bought his from here and they looked bob on. http://poplargreg.com/ Leyland Lawrence 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Partridge Posted September 2, 2014 Share Posted September 2, 2014 I'll be binning mine too. Stupid, sticky shite can go hang. Hot water and old fashioned soap maybe? Junkman 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
derskine Posted September 2, 2014 Share Posted September 2, 2014 Think it can do curvy parts. Partridge, Junkman, Twiggy and 1 other 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Partridge Posted September 2, 2014 Share Posted September 2, 2014 And then plug the hole with, I dunno, a tax disc holder? Magnificent Rustbucket, Twiggy, Junkman and 1 other 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Micrashed Posted September 3, 2014 Share Posted September 3, 2014 I cant be arsed to remove mine in the MicraShed. Up to the missus what she does with the one in the C8 ( though it doesnt expire until March next year). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Largactil Posted September 3, 2014 Share Posted September 3, 2014 This stuff's great for it: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alf892 Posted September 3, 2014 Share Posted September 3, 2014 OMG! I can see this is going to be a massive problem! Or an opportunity? maybe I could buy me a van and offer a mobile service...... Junkman 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sawdustman Posted September 3, 2014 Share Posted September 3, 2014 Just use zippo petrol and a rag. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bobthebeard Posted September 3, 2014 Share Posted September 3, 2014 Just use zippo, petrol and a rag, then run away.EFA... sawdustman and catsinthewelder 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leyland Lawrence Posted September 3, 2014 Share Posted September 3, 2014 This is the place I'm gonna get my reproduction tax discs from, a mate bought his from here and they looked bob on. http://poplargreg.com/ I've just ordered one for the Dolomite! So as the tax is being renewed this month I'l have the last ever tax disc for the Dolomite and (sort of) the first. Although I won't commit an authenticity fail and will ensure it is 6 months FROM date of register! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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