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Post subject: Cleaning pickguards
Posted: Wed Jan 02, 2013 10:42 am
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I just got a screaming deal on a MIM Standard Fat Strat in sunburst, but it needs a little cleanup work. The guy I bought it from never removed the protective cover from the pickguard or the plate on the back. When I removed those, lots of glue stayed behind.

I've seen naptha recommended for cleaning a guitar, but usually for the finish. Is that stuff safe to use on a plastic pickguard?

(For those curious - I got the Strat, hardshell case, and a Frontman 25R, all for just over $300. I think this guy played the guitar a total of 4 times, as it still looks brand new.)


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Post subject: Re: Cleaning pickguards
Posted: Wed Jan 02, 2013 10:47 am
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For film adhesive residue on a pickguard or trem cover, I generally prefer Goo-Gone.

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Post subject: Re: Cleaning pickguards
Posted: Wed Jan 02, 2013 11:38 am
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Forgot about Goo-Gone! I'll try that first - especially since it's about 1/4 the price of the bottle of naptha I found.


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