Ok, sometime during todays AutoX, I sat down in some chewing gum! And I did not notice until after my first run the gum managed to get itself "weaved" into the fabric of the seat (the middle cushion part). Anyone have suggestions as to what will get it out but at the same time not damaged my Rs seat?

TIA...

 

use ice.

then rip it out.

 

This stuff called 'Goo Gone' works really well at removing gum. It's this orange liquid that comes in a plastic bottle with a black screw on cap. Probably should be able to find it at any hardware store. I'm not sure how it would react to the fabric though, I know I've de-gummed many shoes with the stuff. On the plus side, it smells like oranges

 

dont use oil in the seat.

also, do not use goo gone. that will cause the gum to come out, but also some of it (the residue) to sink deeper.

 

IT SMELLS LIKE ORANGES! Who can argue with the sweet smell or oranges?!

Ok, ok, don't use goo gone

I've got your recipies... You're THROUGH, Soup ****!

 

compressed air in a can

 

I would use the ice method. Try to freeze it, and pic out the small pieces. Then clean the whole area with a mild detergent solution, and scrub w/ a brush.

 

His suggestion might top the Ice method. Turn over a can of comp.air and it sprays ultra cold liquid, which then evaporates cleanly. So it will freeze like the ice with no water to deal with.

 

Had this problem, Forget all the methods above.

I went to an Upholsterer and his suggestion was a bit of Laquer thinner on a rag and just dab the gum. It breaks down the gum in seconds and its GONE. Doesn't harm the seat either.

 

Try a little acetone on the gum itself. It works. I detail cars

 

not sure if it works on seats, but mousse (hair styling stuff) works really well when gum gets tangled in kid's hair.

 

Mike M is DA MAN!! I just happened to have some of this stuff in the garage, that a friend of mine left here literally 3-4 years ago...tried it an viola! Worked like magic!

Thanks to all who offered help

 

LOL, peanut butter too right?

 

I say used natures frozen h20... you cant go wrong.. it will be a little more work, but it will do it without putting your seat in any danger.