How to Clean Underbelly of TT After Removing Tape
After removing old underbelly tape from my TT, what is the best procedure to clean the underbelly before applying new tape? Thanks, Phil
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Best i've found is lacquer thinner or acetone. Other "degreaser" type cleaners work too.
If the underbelly area you are applying new tape has dirt/mud on it, clean first with some spray cleaner like 409, etc. Then wipe with lacquer thinner or acetone. (not mineral spirits/paint thinner as it can leave an oily residue behind).
The more free the surface is free of oily residue, the better the tape's adhesive will stick.
As for Tape, I really like Gorilla Tape in Black for taping my trailer's belly cover where needed. I might even consider Eternabond if I needed something more durable and Eternabond recommends cleaning with their cleaner which is just Acetone in an aerosol can. They also have a primer that really makes their product stick.
If the underbelly area you are applying new tape has dirt/mud on it, clean first with some spray cleaner like 409, etc. Then wipe with lacquer thinner or acetone. (not mineral spirits/paint thinner as it can leave an oily residue behind).
The more free the surface is free of oily residue, the better the tape's adhesive will stick.
As for Tape, I really like Gorilla Tape in Black for taping my trailer's belly cover where needed. I might even consider Eternabond if I needed something more durable and Eternabond recommends cleaning with their cleaner which is just Acetone in an aerosol can. They also have a primer that really makes their product stick.
