Superglue on dash of Type S GT

tbl · 11th November 2007, 11:50

I stupidly managed to get some superglue on the dash underneath the right hand side headlight level adjuster knob.

In a blind panic I pick something, anything nearby to try and mop it up which has now left a large smudge and the headlight knob stuck

I now kinda want to cry.

I've tried an alcohol free nail polish remover which I found in my girlfriend's box of stuff, but it made no difference.

I'm not TOO bothered about the knob being stuck, I would rarely touch the level, however I'd like to try and remove the smudge.

Luckily being where it is, it's mostly out of sight to all bar me, but it's going to bug me severely.

Anyone have any ideas?

civicfan · 11th November 2007, 11:54

Quote:

Originally Posted by tbl

I stupidly managed to get some superglue on the dash underneath the right hand side headlight level adjuster knob.

In a blind panic I pick something, anything nearby to try and mop it up which has now left a large smudge and the headlight knob stuck

I now kinda want to cry.

I've tried an alcohol free nail polish remover which I found in my girlfriend's box of stuff, but it made no difference.

I'm not TOO bothered about the knob being stuck, I would rarely touch the level, however I'd like to try and remove the smudge.

Luckily being where it is, it's mostly out of sight to all bar me, but it's going to bug me severely.

Anyone have any ideas?

Would be nice to have some picture of it, as to the smudge I really don't know, my first thought would be some fine-grade polishing paste but in some cases it might even make matters worse. As for the knob, I would not worry so much it should become loose again after s few frosty nights (the temperature difference often makes the glue break)

Dimplyred · 11th November 2007, 11:55

Sorry to hear that, super glue is evil stuff, I can't think of anything that will shift it. I've tried loads of different ways in the past, when I have done exactly what you have, but with no luck.

Someone may come up with a solution though you never know.

robbo51 · 11th November 2007, 11:56

I would replace it. £50 from dealers. Type R one available too for the same money(its doesnt scratch)

tbl · 11th November 2007, 12:01

50 quid for the entire dash? That's not too bad actually. How difficult is it to replace? I'm thinking they won't install and fit for 50 bucks!

I'll try and get a picture of it, but it may not show up too well on a pic to be honest.

allan40alt · 11th November 2007, 12:03

Have a look here:

Removing Super Glue - Super Glue Removal Information

I've also seen a Super Glue Remover on the shelf in one of the DIY sheds.

Ps: Watch out though....look at this question and reply... Superglue Removal

also look here... Super Glue Pacer Liquid Super Glue Remover, 1/2 Oz. at Epinions.com

Korkut Varol · 11th November 2007, 12:28

All advices end up with an acetone-based product, but I suspect that acetone will also harm the plastic. If the superglue has made its way into the plastic, it is impossible to recover the panel. If that is the case, you will anyhow, have to replace the panel, so I think you may give acetone a try.
But, before that, take very good care for the surrounding and mask the unspoilt areas with a masking tape. Paper tapes may absorb the liquid, and carry the potentially hazardous acetone to currently intact places; so I would advise the aluminum duct tapes for masking. Also take precautions for the areas where there is a possibility for the acetone to drop on.
I wish you the best of luck...

wizking · 11th November 2007, 15:18

I have some stuff which is very good, you might be able to buy it somewhere.
Its called Bostik skin release agent.
Great stuff and just seems to dissolve away super glue.
Hope this is of help, its what is written on bottle: Bostik limited, Leicester LE4 6BW Tel. 01533 510015

Jack The Lad. · 11th November 2007, 17:10

Superglue remover - obtainable from B&Q,
Phone the glue manufacturer and speak to their tech' dept before using it and if advised, use their own remover.

robbo51 · 11th November 2007, 17:21

Quote:

Originally Posted by tbl

50 quid for the entire dash? That's not too bad actually. How difficult is it to replace? I'm thinking they won't install and fit for 50 bucks!

I'll try and get a picture of it, but it may not show up too well on a pic to be honest.

The black shiney surround I am refering to

tbl · 11th November 2007, 17:24

Quote:

Originally Posted by robbo51

The black shiney surround I am refering to

Yeah I meant that - not the dash itself

Do they install and fit for 50 quid normally, or is it relatively simple?

Unknownsoldier · 11th November 2007, 17:59

Hmm, I'd be interested in this dash too, as mine seems to smudge and smear like crazy.

Tom

Jack The Lad. · 11th November 2007, 18:06

For a Honda part its a good price Tom. ( Not that we should be paying it

).
Cracking "How To" on here for doing it too.

Munro · 11th November 2007, 18:23

If replacing the dash panel is too much hassle / cost, and the glue remover doesnt work, you could always stick something over it to conceal the smudge. For Example black plastic trim or something else which would not look out of place.

Architects use the same trick with trim to cover up unsightly joints etc.

Jack The Lad. · 11th November 2007, 18:25

You been inspecting my plans then Munro.

Unknownsoldier · 11th November 2007, 19:14

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jack The Lad.

For a Honda part its a good price Tom. ( Not that we should be paying it

).
Cracking "How To" on here for doing it too.

Hmm, I agree, it is possibly the worst material they could have chosen for that part of the dash. Mine marks like crazy and shos up every fingerprint (I wear gloves now when cleaning my car, because of this problem).

Tom

philiphenderson · 12th November 2007, 10:34

Quote:

Originally Posted by tbl

I stupidly managed to get some superglue on the dash underneath the right hand side headlight level adjuster knob.

In a blind panic I pick something, anything nearby to try and mop it up which has now left a large smudge and the headlight knob stuck

I know this post doesn't offer any help but I want to ask the question everybody is thinking...why were you using superglue inside your car? Didn't you have a table in the house to construct the Airfix kit?

Phil.

cnicolini · 12th November 2007, 15:10

Did you read that part on the link about removing glue from your eye ball, what muppet would glue there eyes together! LOL Gross!

robbo51 · 12th November 2007, 17:08

Quote:

Originally Posted by cnicolini

Did you read that part on the link about removing glue from your eye ball, what muppet would glue there eyes together! LOL Gross!

A winker??

allan40alt · 12th November 2007, 23:15

Quote:

Originally Posted by robbo51

A winker??

??? have you spelt that correctly ???

11th November 2007, 11:50	#1 (permalink)
tbl Valve Cap Join Date: 18th June 2007 Location: Glasgow, UK Posts: 26 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Superglue on dash of Type S GT I stupidly managed to get some superglue on the dash underneath the right hand side headlight level adjuster knob. In a blind panic I pick something, anything nearby to try and mop it up which has now left a large smudge and the headlight knob stuck I now kinda want to cry. I've tried an alcohol free nail polish remover which I found in my girlfriend's box of stuff, but it made no difference. I'm not TOO bothered about the knob being stuck, I would rarely touch the level, however I'd like to try and remove the smudge. Luckily being where it is, it's mostly out of sight to all bar me, but it's going to bug me severely. Anyone have any ideas?

11th November 2007, 12:03	#6 (permalink)
allan40alt Supporter Civinfo guru Join Date: 6th August 2006 Location: Rugby, Warwickshire. Posts: 2,106 Thanks: 6 Thanked 16 Times in 15 Posts	Have a look here: Removing Super Glue - Super Glue Removal Information I've also seen a Super Glue Remover on the shelf in one of the DIY sheds. Ps: Watch out though....look at this question and reply... Superglue Removal also look here... Super Glue Pacer Liquid Super Glue Remover, 1/2 Oz. at Epinions.com Last edited by allan40alt; 11th November 2007 at 12:08.

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Jack The Lad. Supporter Rocketship door handle Join Date: 28th August 2007 Location: ENGLAND Posts: 1,396 Thanks: 0 Thanked 8 Times in 8 Posts	For a Honda part its a good price Tom. ( Not that we should be paying it). Cracking "How To" on here for doing it too.

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11th November 2007, 11:55	#3 (permalink)
Dimplyred Type R GT 09570 Civinfo guru Join Date: 24th August 2007 Location: Staffordshire Posts: 3,097 Thanks: 16 Thanked 30 Times in 30 Posts	Sorry to hear that, super glue is evil stuff, I can't think of anything that will shift it. I've tried loads of different ways in the past, when I have done exactly what you have, but with no luck. Someone may come up with a solution though you never know.

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robbo51 Type S GT Civinfo guru Join Date: 1st July 2007 Location: Bingley, W.Yorks Posts: 2,677 Thanks: 31 Thanked 15 Times in 13 Posts	I would replace it. £50 from dealers. Type R one available too for the same money(its doesnt scratch)

11th November 2007, 12:01	#5 (permalink)
tbl Valve Cap Join Date: 18th June 2007 Location: Glasgow, UK Posts: 26 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	50 quid for the entire dash? That's not too bad actually. How difficult is it to replace? I'm thinking they won't install and fit for 50 bucks! I'll try and get a picture of it, but it may not show up too well on a pic to be honest.

11th November 2007, 12:28	#7 (permalink)
Korkut Varol Triangular Exhaust Join Date: 31st October 2006 Location: Ankara, Turkey Posts: 454 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	All advices end up with an acetone-based product, but I suspect that acetone will also harm the plastic. If the superglue has made its way into the plastic, it is impossible to recover the panel. If that is the case, you will anyhow, have to replace the panel, so I think you may give acetone a try. But, before that, take very good care for the surrounding and mask the unspoilt areas with a masking tape. Paper tapes may absorb the liquid, and carry the potentially hazardous acetone to currently intact places; so I would advise the aluminum duct tapes for masking. Also take precautions for the areas where there is a possibility for the acetone to drop on. I wish you the best of luck...

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wizking Supporter Wheelnut Join Date: 15th August 2007 Location: Manningtree, Essex Posts: 51 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	I have some stuff which is very good, you might be able to buy it somewhere. Its called Bostik skin release agent. Great stuff and just seems to dissolve away super glue. Hope this is of help, its what is written on bottle: Bostik limited, Leicester LE4 6BW Tel. 01533 510015

11th November 2007, 17:10	#9 (permalink)
Jack The Lad. Supporter Rocketship door handle Join Date: 28th August 2007 Location: ENGLAND Posts: 1,396 Thanks: 0 Thanked 8 Times in 8 Posts	Superglue remover - obtainable from B&Q, Phone the glue manufacturer and speak to their tech' dept before using it and if advised, use their own remover.

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Unknownsoldier Smart Ase Civinfo guru* Join Date: 22nd September 2007 Location: Kent, UK Posts: 2,079 Thanks: 28 Thanked 10 Times in 10 Posts	Hmm, I'd be interested in this dash too, as mine seems to smudge and smear like crazy. Tom

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Munro Supporter Rocketship door handle Join Date: 10th August 2007 Location: Scotland Posts: 1,009 Thanks: 19 Thanked 16 Times in 12 Posts	If replacing the dash panel is too much hassle / cost, and the glue remover doesnt work, you could always stick something over it to conceal the smudge. For Example black plastic trim or something else which would not look out of place. Architects use the same trick with trim to cover up unsightly joints etc.

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Jack The Lad. Supporter Rocketship door handle Join Date: 28th August 2007 Location: ENGLAND Posts: 1,396 Thanks: 0 Thanked 8 Times in 8 Posts	You been inspecting my plans then Munro.

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cnicolini Triangular Exhaust Join Date: 15th August 2007 Location: Hertfordshire Posts: 462 Thanks: 0 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts	Did you read that part on the link about removing glue from your eye ball, what muppet would glue there eyes together! LOL Gross!