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Acetone ok for removing residue from bow finish?

3.1K views 13 replies 13 participants last post by  erictski  
#1 ·
Hey guys. I bought my GT500 used, and who ever had it before me put thick sticky felt on the arrow shelf. I want to take it off and replace it with thin mole skin, and I was wondering if acetone would be ok to clean the residue off and not damage the finish. Any other tips would be appreciated!
 
#2 ·
I think I'd try alcohol first. Acetone is some pretty strong stuff... If it's anodized, then the acetone ought to do the job with no problem. I think I'd try to scrape as much off as possible with my fingernail.....
 
#9 ·
I would be careful using acetone, your may remove more than you won't. Acetone is powerful stuff.