Bonnet insulation REMOVAL - best way?

[gillsl500]

Hey chaps,

I've finally started my e30 restoration !!

So first question is, what's the easiest way to remove the insulation under the hood, especially that sticky residue that's left behind as it's going to be painted.

the problem is more so the sticky glue that left behind. So any ideas are greatly welcomed:-)

Thanks

[DHFiS]

I used a hot air gun on the lowest setting and a plastic scraper. Once it gets a bit warm you can push the glue into a lump then pull it off.

[andysheep]

Paint thinners to finish off the resdue

[gillsl500]

FairPlay ladsa˜€a‘a

[andysheep]

Crappy job, iv done twice now,good luck mate,but while doing it with the bonnet upside down ,dont dent it,i did on my cabby,very easy to do

[Gert_8]

I think Barry suggest the best removal item was toyota's brake fluid to remove the gunk..

[BenHar]

I think Barry suggest the best removal item was toyota's brake fluid to remove the gunk..

Toyota brake cleaner not fluid!

Brake fluid will strip the paint.

Ben

[Gert_8]

Shit! Thanks Ben.

[gillsl500]

Thanks again guys, what about sand blasting it??

[Gert_8]

That isn't going to help the paint, you may as well use the fluid.

Brake cleaner, as corrected above, is the best solution.

[ianev]

where does one acquire the bonnet insulation please?

[Gert_8]

Cotswolds on here..!

[ianev]

I thank you, Sir!

[retroboyo]

I used a fag lighter

[ianev]

anyone have the part number for the insulation please?

[Gert_8]

51488103798.
Bonnet insulation.

[peterjcollins]

I pulled mine off and then used petrol painting it on with a paint brush.
Obviously must be done outside due to fumes and risk.Use good quality PPE

[ianev]

51488103798.
Bonnet insulation.

Thanks buddy!