Getting gum off a card - Freezer trick?

[scmavl]

I recently opened a pack of '79 cards and got a Thurman Munson that the gum is firmly stuck to. I've heard about freezing the card to get it off. If so, how long do I do this and then do I just pull the gum right off or what? Do I keep the card in a plastic bag?

Thanks!

[4815162342]

Though I've never done it, I've heard of using a can of compressed air to freeze the gum. Just don't spray the card!

[Volod]

Seems like an ordinary freezer wouldn't have much effect, you might need lower temps. But, put it in a snug fitting plastic wrap and try it for a day or so, then quickly but very carefully see if the gum separates. I was once advised by a computer geek that my old laptop with a dead, but removeable harddrive could be resuscitated by leaving the drive in the freezer overnight. It got good and frosty but never responded.

[novakjr]

Try Peanut Butter

[a761506]

Just soak the card in water, the gum will come off without taking paper with it, but you're going to have a gum stain no matter what.