Removing old oil drip pad from featherweight that was glued on...
 

Hi all,
I finally have my lil dream featherweight, currently working on "spiffing" her up. I have read about how to remove the old wool oil drip pads and have done that..problem is it appears it was glued in.. so now the old smelly pad is out but the smelly glue remains. I tried kerosene, didn't work, tried WD 40, didn't work. I have searched but can't find anywhere that discusses glue removal. I don't think it's that the oil has hardened, it really appears to be some sort of glue/adhesive used to hold the pad. I have the new pad ready to go in, but want all the old smelly residue gone 1st. I would rather keep the finish intact even though it will be covered by the new pad... Any ideas from you knowledgeable vintage enthusiasts?
Regards,
Kif
She's a 1952 221K in beautiful condition, just a tad smelly and needs some tlc.

I'll be lurking for a response also....

I used Goo Gone on mine, but I didn't let it sit long as I didn't want the finish to be damaged. So, I'd spray the Goo Gone liberally on the pad and work on removing the gunk.

Thanks Candace...I also tried goo gone...I am going to post a close up of the pan and see if it helps explain things better than I can...lol..
K

I have used nail polish remover...might mess up the finish, but as you say pad will cover it. Also, friend has used laqure(sorry misspelled) thinner.

Thanks didi, that's what dh and I have decided to do. For me it's more important for the old glue/ adhesive and stinky pad remains to be gone and start fresh.
Regards,
K

I clean the residue from these pans with lighter fluid (benzene) it works well and does not ruin the finish.
When you try this be sure you are outside in a ventilated area, away from any open flame.

Try Goo B Gone. They have it in spray but I would test it with a piece of a rag. Or use a medicine dropper/straw with a little dab at a time and see if it'll wipe off.

if the surface underneath the glue is smooth and accessible, you can use an x-acto blade or razor blade to slip under and lift the glue off.

Hi Steve,
I posted a a close up pic of it on a different thread lil further down...can't post link because I'm not on my laptop. I don't think I can get it off without having to just remove it all and refinish prior to putting new pad on. Thanks for the input.
K