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Best solvent to clean Vibrapod marks?

I "used" Vibrapods to isolate my gear on my audio rack. Well, come to find out, they leave a rubber like substance on the surface when you remove them to clean, etc. Does anyone know the best solvent that will remove this stuff, that won't take the stain or finish off the wood? I have tried some mild solvents to no avail. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. I looked through the threads, but could not find any other references. Thanks!
blueman
audiofeil
4,011 posts
 
Afterthought to my first post.

Toluene and xylene are very agressive solvents and may attack the coating/finish on your wood.

So if the wood has a topcoat, test a very very small area first. If the wood does not have a polyurethane or varnish finish, you have nothing to lose.
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jsd52756
345 posts
 
Try WD40. It will remove some rubber based items & not harm the product you are working with.
Good luck, John
elizabeth
6,726 posts
 
Agree that ruber foot marks never come off. (except off glass) Best to use a sheet of card or thick paper cut to fit under the feet.
Usually trying to remove them makes things WORSE.
blueman OP
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Thanks everyone for responding..I guess it is time for a new rack...:) I have already switched to Herbies Tenderfoot isolators and I highly recommend them. Nasty stuff..that Vibrapod goo....:(
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nsgarch
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Ronsonal Lighter Fluid (naphtha) the universal cleaning solvent. Won't hurt finishes, leaves no residue, even cleans NOS vacuum tubes without removing the delicate printing! Yes, it removes sorbothane (Vibrapod) markes cleanly, no problem.
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